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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

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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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...

Kid Captain Kiersten Mann stands in front of her locker during Iowa Football Kid's Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018. The 2018 Kid Captains met the Iowa football team and participated in a behind-the-scenes tour of Kinnick Stadium. Each child's story will be featured throughout the 2018 Iowa football season.

14-year-old Kid Captain remains ‘granny’s little fighter’

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter September 20, 2018

Kiersten Mann has overcome all the hurdles that have stood in her way to inspire everyone around her. Kiersten, 14, of Ankeny, Iowa, is the Kid Captain for Saturday’s football game against Wisconsin. At...

NextGen America founder visits UI to engage youth voters

Elianna Novitch, Politics Reporter September 20, 2018

Iowa’s largest voting bloc — 18- to 35-year-olds — has the lowest voter turnout rate in the state. Billionaire and Democrat Tom Steyer said he seeks to change that in the upcoming midterm elections. Steyer,...

Iowa Linebacker Nick Niemann (49) celebrates a defensive stop with defensive back Amani Hooker (27)during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Hawkeye Nick Niemann embraces football family

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter September 20, 2018

It was fourth-and-2 at the Hawkeye 39-yard line for Northern Illinois in a scoreless game near the end of the first quarter. The Huskies went for it, trying a jet sweep to the right, but immediately after...

Steve Moon of the Lowlands Bigfoot Research Group simulates a sasquatch’s “wood knock” in a wooded area near the Cedar River on Monday, Sep. 17, 2018. According to Moon, sasquatch communicate through wood knocks made by knocking branches or logs against trees and rocks. Moon uses the scientific method, print casting, photography, and audio recording to research Bigfoot.

The hunt to prove the existence of Sasquatch

Adrian Enzastiga, Arts Reporter September 20, 2018

It is a pitch-black night with only a slight sliver of moonlight seeping through the thick branches of surrounding trees. The air feels almost alive, hazy and thick with the breath of nature. The ground...