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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

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Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs and greets fans during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

Caitlin Clark drops 38 in homecoming at Wells Fargo Arena as Iowa stomps Cleveland State, 104-75

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 16, 2023

DES MOINES — Since the Iowa women's basketball schedule was announced earlier this year, Caitlin Clark has had Saturday night's matchup against Cleveland State circled on her calendar.  The game...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a three-pointer during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Clark shot 9-of-16 in 3-pointers. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

Caitlin Clark scores 38 as No. 4 Iowa blows out Cleveland State, 104-75, at Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase in Des Moines

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 16, 2023

DES MOINES — The No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball team blew Cleveland State out, 104-75, at the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday. Iowa was led by star guard...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Clark played for 30 minutes and 36 seconds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

Photos: No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball vs. Cleveland State in Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase

Grace Smith, Photojournalist December 16, 2023

The No. 4 Hawkeyes defeated Cleveland State 104-75, at the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase in a sold-out Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday. 14, 786 fans attended the contest. Cleveland State guard...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort celebrates during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball and Florida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Florida A&M in Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase

Grace Smith, Photojournalist December 16, 2023

The Hawkeyes defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers, 88-52, at the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase in Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday. Iowa improved to 6-5 on the season in the team's first game in...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort shoots a layup during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball and Florida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Iowa men’s basketball crushes Florida A&M, 88-52, to snap three-game losing streak

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 16, 2023

In a span of less than two minutes, Iowa first-year big man Owen Freeman best encapsulated the journey of the Iowa men's basketball team over the past two weeks. With 1:07 remaining in the first half...

Mercy Hospital Iowa City is seen on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.

UIHC to rename Mercy Iowa City, rebrand in 2024

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor December 14, 2023

Mercy Iowa City, the hospital recently acquired by the University of Iowa, will be renamed University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown once it merges with UIHC next year. The rebrand...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs toward the end zone for a touchdown after a punt return during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. DeJean’s touchdown on the punt return was 70 yards.

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean, Tory Taylor unanimous consensus All-America

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 14, 2023

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean and Tory Taylor are unanimous consensus All-Americans. They were each recognized as first-team All-America by Walter Camp, Football Writers Association of America,...

A Donald Trump bobble head is seen before a campaign event with 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump at the Hyatt Regency in Coralville on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023. Doors open at 3 p.m., with the former President expected to speak around 6 p.m..

Trump visits Coralville for campaign rally, reiterates disapproval of Gov. Kim Reynolds’ endorsement of DeSantis

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor December 14, 2023

Former President Donald Trump reiterated his criticism of Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ endorsement of GOP presidential hopeful Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during an address in Coralville on Wednesday evening.  Trump’s...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks on the sideline during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 10-0, after the first half (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football transitions into a future of ambiguity

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 13, 2023

The last time Iowa played against Tennessee was on Jan. 2, 2015, in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl: a contest that would serve as the climax of a season of disappointment, but also a final transition to...

Community members hold up a Palestinian flag in solidarity during public comment at an Iowa City City Council Meeting on Tuesday Dec. 12, 2023.

Iowa City residents request city council issue statement on supporting Palestine

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter December 12, 2023

The Iowa City City Council chambers were packed with community members on Tuesday who are advocating the council to pass a resolution in support of Palestine and a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. The...

A fan dressed as Elvis cheers from the stands during a game against Northwestern University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

‘Elvis isn’t Dead’: Greg Suckow and his mother’s shared fascination of Elvis

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 12, 2023

Billed as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley’s lasting impact on the music industry will never be forgotten, despite dying almost 50 years ago. But some still refuse to believe the rockstar...

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Ragaini received the ball four times for 48 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Wide receiver Nico Ragaini’s journey from an overlooked recruit to being in the Iowa football record books

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 12, 2023

The end of the 2023 Iowa football season will mark the end to some familiar faces for Hawkeye fans in recent years – some more positive than others. After the conclusion of Iowa’s Citrus Bowl...