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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

Councilor Megan Alter is pictured at an Iowa City City Council meeting at City Hall on Monday, June 6, 2022.

Iowa City defers vote on proposed height limits for new houses in the Northside neighborhood

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 21, 2023

The Iowa City City Council elected to defer a vote on a zoning code amendment that would reduce the maximum allowable height of select homes in the Northside neighborhood. The amendment is a proposal...

President of The FAMiLY Leader, Bob Vander Plaats introduces three republican presidential candidates during the 2023 Thanksgiving Family Forum hosted by The FAMiLY Leader, an organization dedicated to advancing the role of religious values in government, at the Marriott hotel in downtown Des Moines on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. The event, moderated by Vander Plaats, began at 3:30 p.m. with a round table discussion, and was followed by meet-and-greet events with each of the candidates, which included Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, and Nikki Haley.

Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats endorses Ron DeSantis

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor November 21, 2023

Bob Vander Plaats, an influential leader among Iowa evangelicals — one of Iowa’s most influential voting blocks — endorsed presidential hopeful Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday, just days...

Iowa City city council members sit during a city council meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, June 20, 2023

IC City Park stage to receive upgrades to enhance viewer and actor experiences

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 21, 2023

The wooden festival stage in Iowa City’s City Park will receive improvements to its ventilation and lighting upgrades to enhance the viewer and actor experience early next year. The Iowa City...

The Iowa City City Council listens to public comment during a City Council meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023.

Portion of Dubuque Street to be entirely reconstructed next spring

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 21, 2023

A portion of Dubuque Street between cross streets Washington Street and Iowa Avenue will be entirely reconstructed starting in spring 2024 and is expected to be completed by fall 2024. The Iowa...

Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte runs the ball after catching an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Schulte intercepted the pass in the 4th quarter, running 39 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa free safety Quinn Schulte leads Hawkeye defense with communication, execution

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 21, 2023

Quinn Schulte isn’t the loudest guy when he’s not playing football. He keeps to himself when he’s around people he doesn’t know well, speaking only when spoken to, and even then in a softer...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Hill passed for 167 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Iowa football Week 13 notebook | Hawkeyes don’t look to step off gas heading to Nebraska

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

When Iowa football last played Nebraska, the stakes and situation were in a different stratosphere. Needing a win over the then-3-8 Cornhuskers at Kinnick Stadium to finish atop the Big Ten West, the...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen in Iowa City on Sept. 21, 2023.

Alfred Younes sentenced to five years in prison for aiding escape of son, former UI student Ali Younes’ escape

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 21, 2023

Alfred Younes, the father of former University of Iowa student and attempted murder suspect Ali Younes, was sentenced on Tuesday to a five-year prison sentence with a chance of parole. He was also...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen on South Clinton Street in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022.

Iowa City man who made sexual comments to junior high students pleads not guilty

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 20, 2023

Iowa City man Brayton Reynolds, who made sexually explicit remarks to junior high students in September, pled not guilty Monday. His case will now go to a case management hearing. Reynolds, 30,...

Iowa defender Sam Cary hoists the Big Ten Trophy as Iowa soccer gets recognized during a home opener basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. The Hawkeyes, defeated the Knights, 102-46.

Column | Iowa women’s soccer set up for success after historic postseason run

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 20, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team’s season ended after a 3-2 loss to SEC champion Georgia in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Nov. 17. The Hawkeyes had a historic 2023 season. They went...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and Kansas State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 65-58.

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark to join ‘ManningCast’ during Monday Night Football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 20, 2023

Iowa women's basketball star Caitlin Clark will watch her favorite NFL team in a different light on Monday night. Clark, a lifelong Chiefs fan, will join ex-NFL quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and Drake at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. Clark was the only Hawkeye to miss a shot in the first quarter. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs in the sold-out arena, 113-90.

Photos: No. 2 Iowa women’s basketball vs. Drake

Grace Smith, Photojournalist November 19, 2023

The No. 2 ranked Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Drake Bulldogs, 113-90, at sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday. Iowa improved to 4-1 in the regular season. The last Drake road win in Carver-Hawkeye...

Iowa guard Kate Martin celebrates scoring a three-pointer during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and Drake at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023.

No. 2 Iowa women’s basketball earns bounce-back win over Drake, shows improved shooting

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 19, 2023

The No. 2 Iowa women’s basketball team earned a bounce-back win over the Drake Bulldogs, 113-90, inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena on a Sunday night of much better shooting. The Hawkeyes came back nicely...