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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Carl Krambeck, the Libertarian Candidate for Iowa State Senate District 37, participates in a public forum at the Coralville Public Library on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018.

Who are the Libertarian candidates on the ballot?

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter October 28, 2018

Carl Krambeck, Senate District 37 Libertarian candidate Carl Krambeck plans on bringing a practical, individualist approach to policy in the state Senate. Krambeck, a Kirkwood Community College and Buena...

Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley rolls out of the pocket during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Despite loss to Penn State, Iowa’s defense remains strong

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 28, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Iowa’s defense wasn’t happy after the 30-24 loss to Penn State on Oct. 27. “We got to put our foot down,” defensive lineman Parker Hesse said about Iowa’s 12-0 start,...

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette avoids a defender during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Hensley: The Big Ten West is complete chaos

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 28, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Well, Iowa’s road to Indianapolis just got rockier. Right before Iowa’s kickoff against Penn State, the final whistle blew for the Northwestern-Wisconsin game. The Wildcats...

Margo O'Neill addresses the crowd during a transgender rights rally on the Pentacrest on Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018. Protesters gathered to promote rights in light of the upcoming elections.

LGBTQ health survey shows issues with trans health care in Iowa

Becca Turnis, News Reporter October 28, 2018

Survey results of a University of Iowa study have shown the disadvantages the LGBTQ community faces in regards to health care. The report highlighted deficiencies in care for transgender and gender-queer...

Iowa's Matt Hankins (8) blocks a pass during the New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday, Dec. 27. The Hawkeyes went on to win 27-20. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Matt Hankins, Trey Creamer charged with disorderly conduct

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 28, 2018

Hawkeye cornerbacks Matt Hankins and Trey Creamer were charged early Sunday morning for disorderly conduct, according to the Iowa City police report. Both were released. The charges were made at...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) walks off the field after throwing an interception during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

No passing game, no victory for Iowa

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 27, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Two weeks ago, quarterback Nate Stanley threw 6 touchdown passes in Iowa’s 42-16 win over Indiana on the road. Before No. 18  Iowa’s final two possessions of the game against...

Iowa wide receiver Kyle Groeneweg (14) trips as the ball sails over his head and out of bounds during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

McSorley and Company hand Iowa loss No. 2 of 2018

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 27, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — With time winding down in the fourth quarter, Iowa faced a first-and-goal at the Penn State 3-yard line. Quarterback Nate Stanley dropped back to pass, looking in the direction...

Tight end Noah Fant catches a pass in pregame warmups before the Iowa-Penn State football game on Oct. 27.

Penn State takes down Iowa, 30-24

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 27, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — No. 18 Iowa led No. 17 Penn State, 12-0, with 5:22 left in the first quarter. From there, the Nittany Lions outscored the Hawkeyes, 30-12, handing Iowa its second loss of the...

Tight end Noah Fant catches a pass in pregame warmups before the Iowa-Penn State football game on Oct. 27.

Halftime reactions – Iowa vs. Penn State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 27, 2018

Well, that was one weird first half. UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - So, to recap, Penn State's first punt of the game (on its opening drive) was blocked by Hawkeye Dominique Dafney, and it resulted in a safety. Then,...

Johnson County Supervisor Kurt Friese has died

Johnson County Supervisor Kurt Friese has died

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor October 26, 2018

In a report released Oct. 26, the Johnson County Police Department has reported the death of Johnson County Supervisor Kurt Friese. Friese was 54 years old. According to the report, emergency personnel...

Hawkeye defensive end Parker Hesse's relationship step from football gridiron

Hawkeye defensive end Parker Hesse’s relationship step from football gridiron

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 25, 2018

Standing in a classroom on a Monday in May after finals week, Parker Hesse was instructed to introduce himself using five photos. One of those photos, of course, was of Iowa football. He began the summary...

In this composite photo, businesses line Clinton St. in Iowa City on a summer evening. Tuesday, September 12, 2017.

Iowa City releases list of bars with most under-21 drinking violations

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 25, 2018

The Iowa City police recently released the bar-check report with the top-10 list of bars in Iowa City that have been the scene of the most under-21 drinking citations in the past 12 months.  The top...