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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang shakes hands with Harry Zielinski of Iowa City during an appearance sponsored by the college Democrats in the IMU on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

2020 presidential hopeful Andrew Yang wants to give every American $1,000 a month

Emily Wangen, Politics Reporter September 24, 2018

With two years until the 2020 election cycle, former tech executive Andrew Yang has launched his presidential campaign. Though he has not previously held elected office, Yang said an early start to his...

A mail truck is seen after catching fire on Sept. 24 at 2:45 p.m. on N. First Avenue.

Mail truck catches fire in Iowa City, no mail damaged

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor September 24, 2018

The Iowa City Fire Department responded to a call of a mail truck catching fire on N. First Avenue at 2:45 p.m Monday. There were no injuries or damages. Iowa City Fire Marshal Brian Greer said the...

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley looks on before the confirmation hearings of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill Sept. 4, 2018 in Washington, D.C. (Olivier Douliery/Abaca Press/TNS)

New allegations surface against Kavanaugh

Emily Wangen, Politics Reporter September 24, 2018

New allegations of sexual misconduct against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh have been made in a report in The New Yorker, further complicating a judicial confirmation process headed by Senator...

Then-UI sophomore Daisy Torres patrols as a student security officer for the UI police on early Saturday morning, Feb. 18, 2017.

UI Student Security kicks off third year of operations

Paul Elwell, News Reporter September 24, 2018

The University of Iowa Student Security Division has grown in both size and scope in its two-year history. In prior years, the UI staffed a full-time, professional security force. However, it began...

Thea Basili preps food on Friday, Sept. 21, 2018. She has been working at Oasis for over a year. "This is the friendliest kitchen I have ever worked in," Basili said.

Oasis Falafel opens second location in Omaha

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter September 24, 2018

Iowa City’s resident Middle Eastern café, Oasis Falafel, has expanded to Omaha. The Omaha location is operated by Council Bluffs natives and University of Iowa alumni Mike and Kellie Osler. After...

Rick and Juan Friday of Lorimor, Iowa shared their story with Telling the Story Project. Rick fell 10 feet from a ladder and broke his ribs.

New program through UI center seeks to end farming-related accidents

Jordan Prochnow, News Reporter September 24, 2018

In order to help prevent farming-related injuries and fatalities, University of Iowa researchers have implemented a new project. Three agricultural centers — UI Great Plains Center for Agricultural...

The Old Capitol is shown on Monday, July 25, 2016.

Hawkeye Completion Grant Program helps students with overdue U-Bill Charges

Mastura Ibnat, News Reporter September 24, 2018

University of Iowa Student Government has awarded 61 grants to UI students after it allocated $30,000 to the Hawkeye Completion Grant Program in spring 2018 in an effort to help boost retention. The program,...

Wisconsin wide receiver A.J. Taylor catches a touchdown pass during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Hensley: The Big Ten West is Wisconsin’s to lose now

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 23, 2018

One game doesn’t define a season. But Iowa’s loss to Wisconsin sure sets it back in 2018. Iowa’s season isn’t over by any means. There are eight regular-season contests remaining, and the Hawkeyes...

Wisconsin quarterback Alex Hornibrook drops back during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Hornibrook’s big day against Hawkeye football comes at a big time

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor September 23, 2018

Wisconsin quarterback Alex Hornibrook isn’t on any Heisman Watch lists like Badger running back Jonathan Taylor. Taylor, who broke the FBS record for most rushing yards in a season by a freshman in...

Iowa infielder Kyle Crowl prepares to swing during men's baseball Iowa vs. OSU at Duane Banks Field on April 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 9-5. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa shortstop Kyle Crowl leaves Hawkeye baseball

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor September 21, 2018

Former Iowa starting shortstop Kyle Crowl will leave the Hawkeye baseball program, Crowl confirmed to The Daily Iowan on Sept. 21. Crowl is not listed on the Iowa baseball roster and did not play in...

Referees attempt to spot the football during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. The badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 38-14.

Iowa vs. Wisconsin: A Battle for the West

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter September 20, 2018

The game that Hawkeye fans have been waiting for is finally here. Iowa (3-0) will take on No. 18 Wisconsin (2-1) under the lights at Kinnick on Saturday night in a game that could have major implications...

Fans storm the field on Nov. 4, 2017 after Iowa defeated Ohio State, 55-24.

A look back at the best of Kinnick Stadium under the lights

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 20, 2018

Kirk Ferentz and Company are no stranger to the magic that Kinnick Stadium holds during night games. With No. 18 Wisconsin coming into town this weekend for a 7:35 p.m. kickoff, the 18th night game in...