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Caleb McCullough is the Executive Editor at The Daily Iowan. Caleb is a senior studying journalism and political science, with a minor in philosophy. Caleb has previously held positions at the DI as a news reporter, designer, digital producer, and politics reporter. In his junior year, he was the co-politics editor and later a managing editor.
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Sen. Chuck Grassley speaks to reporters at a town hall meeting in Albia, Iowa on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022.

Ukraine invasion will be felt by Iowans, Grassley says

February 25, 2022
Residue of erased chalk messages left by the UI College Republicans are seen on Friday, May 7.

University clarifies campus chalk policy after College Republicans chalk Pentacrest

May 7, 2021
Johnson County Public Health Director Dave Koch speaks at a press conference in front of the Graduate Hotel on June 25.

Johnson County health and business leaders urge mask wearing as coronavirus cases tick up in the county

June 25, 2020
An Iowa City Police car is seen near the Iowa City Police Department in Iowa City Monday, Nov. 1, 2021.

Iowa City police investigate shots fired incident at Mercer Park

May 10, 2022
Senior Column | Quittin’ time

Senior Column | Quittin’ time

May 10, 2022
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks in a Daily Iowan interview at the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

47 years and counting: Chuck Grassley pursues eighth Senate election

May 3, 2022
An Iowa City Police car is seen near the Iowa City Police Department in Iowa City Monday, Nov. 1, 2021.

Iowa City man arrested in July 2021 shots fired incident

April 28, 2022
Kellyanne Conway, the counselor to the President, speaks during the Family Leadership Summit in Des Moines on Saturday, July 15, 2017. The sixth-annual summit featured speakers Conway, Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, and Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, as well as The Benham Brothers.

Former Trump advisor Kellyanne Conway to visit University of Iowa

April 25, 2022
University of Iowa students caucus at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday February 3, 2020.

Iowa GOP retains first-in-the-nation caucuses; Democrats determined amid uncertainty

April 14, 2022
President Joe Biden waves during his visit at the POET Bioprocessing ethanol plant in Menlo, Iowa, on Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Fact Check | Checking claims in President Joe Biden’s visit to Iowa

April 12, 2022
Iowa Senate candidate Abby Finkenauer poses for a portrait during Iowa House Rep. Christina Bohannan’s birthday celebration in Iowa City on Friday, July 2, 2021.

Abby Finkenauer to appeal ballot rejection to Iowa Supreme Court

April 11, 2022
Iowa Senate candidate Abby Finkenauer is interviewed by The Daily Iowan journalists in Iowa City on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022.

Judge rejects Abby Finkenauer’s ballot nominating papers

April 11, 2022
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks during a Biden drive-in rally on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Around 200 cars parked on the grounds and a few people gathered at the front as Biden commented on a change in the presidency and promised to address issues with public health due to the Coronavirus.

Joe Biden to visit Menlo, Iowa on Tuesday

April 8, 2022
Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee during her confirmation hearing on March 21, 2022.

Senate confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court; Grassley, Ernst vote no

April 7, 2022
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks in a Daily Iowan interview at the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

Iowa’s U.S. Senators Grassley and Ernst will vote against Judge Jackson’s SCOTUS confirmation

April 5, 2022
The United States Supreme Court Building is seen on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

SCOTUS nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson receives split vote from Senate Judiciary Committee

April 4, 2022
Sen. Chuck Grassley delivers his opening statement during a Judiciary Committee meeting considering recommendation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday, April 4, 2022. (CSPAN)

Sen. Chuck Grassley will not support Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the Supreme Court

April 4, 2022
The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

Most UI students feel they belong on campus, sense of belonging lower for underrepresented groups

March 24, 2022
Abby Finkenauer gives a speech at a campaign meet and greet at Sanctuary in Iowa City on Thursday, Mar. 3, 2022. Finkenauer went after Sen. Chuck Grassley for being in the senate for too long, saying “47 years in Washington DC is too damn long for anyone.”

Photos: Democratic Senate candidate Abby Finkenauer rallies group at Sanctuary Pub

March 3, 2022
Fact-checking Gov. Kim Reynolds’ Republican response to Biden’s State of the Union speech

Fact-checking Gov. Kim Reynolds’ Republican response to Biden’s State of the Union speech

March 2, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. Teauge gave his State of the City address, the city council heard concerns from the Center of Worker Justice, and the city council discussed meeting protocols.

Mayor Bruce Teague lifts Iowa City mask mandate

February 28, 2022
Regent Milt Dakovich, vice chair of the state Board of Regents tuition task force, listens to public comment during the regents tuition task force meeting in 101 Biology Building East in Iowa City on Monday, Aug. 14, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Milt Dakovich, Iowa regent since 2013, dies at 67

February 25, 2022
Fact Check | Right-wing group Turning Point USA is not a white nationalist organization

Fact Check | Right-wing group Turning Point USA is not a white nationalist organization

February 16, 2022
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. During the State address, Reynolds spoke about childcare, Iowa teachers, material taught in schools, unemployment, tax cuts, and more. Reynolds announced she will be introducing a bill to reduce unemployment benefits from 26 weeks to 16 weeks while making sure that those collecting unemployment can’t turn down suitable jobs.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds to end coronavirus public health proclamation

February 3, 2022
Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver, R-Ankeny, speaks during the opening of the 2022 Legislative Session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. Whitver addressed the issues of high taxes. “High taxes close schools and oppressive government chases residents to other states,” Whitver said. “People are voting with their feet and with their wallets. Theyre moving to low tax pro freedom states… We must improve our competitive advantage to attract new residents and create new career opportunities.”

Iowa Senate Republicans release flat tax proposal with road to elimination

January 26, 2022
Backpack of school child with face mask and sanitizer.

Appeals court partially reinstates mask mandate ban in Iowa K-12 schools, IC schools to keep mandate

January 25, 2022
A UI health station is shown with medical-grade masks and KN95 masks. (via uiowa.edu)

UI to stock health stations with KN95 masks

January 13, 2022
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. During the State address, Reynolds spoke about childcare, Iowa teachers, material taught in schools, unemployment, tax cuts, and more. Reynolds announced she will be introducing a bill to reduce unemployment benefits from 26 weeks to 16 weeks while making sure that those collecting unemployment can’t turn down suitable jobs.

Fact Check | Analyzing Gov. Kim Reynolds’ Condition of the State Address

January 11, 2022
Three Iowa lawmakers hope to legalize recreational marijuana through constitutional amendment. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Iowa lawmakers release proposal to put marijuana legalization on the ballot

January 5, 2022
Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds smile after Reynolds made a joke at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.. (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Reynolds and legislative leaders look to tax cuts in 2022

January 4, 2022
Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley, R-New Hartford, responds to questions posed by reporters at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa Republicans “prepared to act” on federal vaccine mandates

January 4, 2022
People stand in front of Phi Gamma Delta during a protest following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021.

Jury trial for FIJI sexual assault lawsuit set for July 2023

January 3, 2022
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Second man accused of sexual assault at FIJI house denies allegations

December 20, 2021
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa plans to continue final exam schedule amid severe weather forecast

December 15, 2021
Source: National Weather Service

High winds, thunderstorms expected for eastern Iowa Wednesday afternoon

December 15, 2021
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Iowa FIJI chapter denies wrongdoing in lawsuit over alleged sexual assault

December 13, 2021
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Man accused of FIJI sexual assault arrested on harassment charge

December 8, 2021
WIN Technology in Eau Claire, owned by 31 mostly small telephone companies, has built a fiber network covering more than 9,200 miles in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and Iowa.

Internet providers await federal broadband dollars

December 5, 2021
The University of Iowa Police Station is seen on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.

Police investigate shooting near Old Capitol Mall

December 5, 2021
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

UI FIJI fraternity president elected as new Interfraternity Council president amid lawsuit against chapter

November 17, 2021
Iowa 3rd Congressional District-elect Cindy Axne speaks to supporters during the statewide Democratic candidates watch party at Embassy Suites in Des Moines on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020.

Ruling out gubernatorial bid, Cindy Axne announces candidacy for redrawn 3rd District

November 12, 2021
Iowa City Police Dept. 410 E. Washington St. As seen on Monday June 8, 2020.

Iowa City TRC Chair Mohamed Traore arrested Thursday in connection with 2019 OWI offense

November 5, 2021
Protesters wave signs in the street in front of the President’s Residence during the second night of protests following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2021.

Two former members, Iowa FIJI sued over alleged 2020 sexual assault

October 26, 2021
Members of the United Auto Workers strike outside of the John Deere Engine Works plant on Ridgeway Avenue in Waterloo, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021. About 10,000 UAW workers have gone on strike against John Deere since Thursday at plants in Iowa, Illinois and Kansas.

John Deere strike shows signs of changing tides in labor market, labor leaders say

October 19, 2021
Former President Donald Trump greets Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, after endorsing the senator on Saturday night.

Fact Check | Fact-checking former President Donald Trump’s Iowa speech

October 10, 2021
Chuck Grassley stands on stage at the Second Annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The event was a fundraiser for current governor Kim Reynolds.

Former President Donald Trump endorses Chuck Grassley for U.S. Senate

October 9, 2021
Former Vice President Mike Pence addresses the crowd during The Family Leadership Summit in Des Moines on Friday, July 16, 2021. Pence said his favorite encounters with Americans were when people mentioned they were praying for him.

Former Vice President Mike Pence to visit University of Iowa in November

October 1, 2021
RVAP is pictured on Thursday, April 5, 2018.

University of Iowa releases results of third Speak Out Survey, new anti-violence plan

September 30, 2021
The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

AAUP, COGS question legal standing of prohibition on instructors requiring masks in class

September 26, 2021
The University of Iowa Department of Public Safety is housed in the Old Capitol Mall.

UI student found dead outside Burge Hall Friday

September 22, 2021
Regent President Mike Richards listens during the state Board of Regents meeting at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls on Friday, November 15, 2018.

Regents to evaluate federal vaccine mandate effect on Iowa’s public universities

September 10, 2021
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Police served multiple warrants against FIJI and its members last year, court records show

September 2, 2021
Thousands of scientists and their supporters, including Bill Nye the Science Guy, join the March for Science on April 22, 2017 in Washington, D.C. Nye is suing Walt Disney Co., claiming the company improperly kept millions of dollars in profits related to his popular TV series.

Bill Nye to visit the University of Iowa

August 26, 2021
Johnson County Supervisors Rod Sullivan and Royceeann Porter listen to a presentation during a meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2020.

Johnson County Sheriff to keep MRAP for now

August 19, 2021
Neighbors stand on a property after an FBI raid in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 18. Damage can be seen on the side of the house after being hit by an armored truck during the raid.

One arrested in Iowa City FBI raid

August 19, 2021
Classroom 105 in the English-Philosophy Building sits empty on Aug. 28, 2020.

Instructors can’t ask students to wear a mask, encourage masks or vaccines in classroom

August 11, 2021
The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

Hundreds of UI employees call for stricter COVID-19 mitigation measures

August 11, 2021
A sign marking a polling location is seen outside the North Liberty Community Center in North Liberty on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In 2016, Johnson County was one of six Iowa counties to vote for a democratic presidential candidate, according to the New York Times.

Candidates line up in Johnson County Board of Supervisors race

May 12, 2021
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Police investigating Iowa City shooting death

April 29, 2021
Apr 28, 2021; Washington, DC, USA; U.S. President Joe Biden addresses a joint session of Congress as Vice President Kamala Harris (L) and Speaker of the House U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) (R) look on in the House chamber of the U.S. Capitol April 28, 2021 in Washington, DC

Iowa Republicans deride Biden’s pitches for broad social spending

April 28, 2021
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Hari Osofsky answers a question at a public forum, Monday, April 10, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Osofsky currently serves as dean of Penn State’s Law and the Penn State School of International Affairs.

Finalist Hari Osofsky brings ‘infectious’ energy to deanship

April 28, 2021
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Hari Osofsky answers a question at a public forum, Monday, April 10, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Osofsky currently serves as dean of Penn State’s Law and the Penn State School of International Affairs.

Finalist Hari Osofsky brings ‘infectious’ energy to deanship

April 25, 2021
A sign marking a polling location is seen outside the North Liberty Community Center in North Liberty on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In 2016, Johnson County was one of six Iowa counties to vote for a democratic presidential candidate, according to the New York Times.

Johnson County to hold special election to fill supervisors vacancy

April 23, 2021
April 20, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Crowds celebrate in the streets outside of the Hennepin Government Center as Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. Floyd died on May 25, 2020 while in police custody. A video showing Derek Chauvin kneeling on George Floyds neck sparked world wide protests against police brutality.

Local leaders urge continued action after guilty verdict in Chauvin trial

April 20, 2021
Johnson County Board of Supervisors Member Janelle Rettig watches election returns during an election night watch party at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018.

Janelle Rettig resigns from Johnson County Board of Supervisors

April 18, 2021
Coronavirus Brazil variant found in Johnson County

Coronavirus ‘Brazil variant’ found in Johnson County

April 15, 2021
Iowa City’s mayor Bruce Teague holds the online Iowa City City Council Meeting, broadcasted live on Youtube, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The meeting covered many topics, ranging from transit updates to police budgeting.

Truth and Reconciliation commission to resume after joint meeting with City Council

April 13, 2021
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Hari Osofsky gives opening remarks at a public forum, Monday, April 10, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Osofsky currently serves as dean of Penn State’s Law and the Penn State School of International Affairs.

First UI presidential forum: Penn State College of Law Dean Hari Osofsky emphasizes collaboration, integrity in leadership

April 12, 2021
Contributed photo of Hari Osofsky, dean of the Penn State College of Law and School of International Affairs.

UI presidential search: Dean of Penn State Law Hari Osofsky named finalist

April 11, 2021
Former representative and Iowa congressional candidate Bobby Schilling

Former Illinois congressman and Iowa congressional candidate Bobby Schilling dies of cancer

April 6, 2021
The Old Capitol Building is seen on Monday, March 1, 2021.

UI opens vaccine sign-up to employees as eligibility expands statewide

April 5, 2021
University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld talks with members of the Daily Iowan during an interview at the Adler Journalism Building on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2019. President Harreld has been the president at the university since November 2, 2015.

President Bruce Harreld to leave University of Iowa May 16

March 25, 2021
Daily Iowan Managing Editor Caleb McCullough poses for a portrait on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at the DI newsroom.

Opinion | The Daily Iowan provides young journalists with unique opportunities, and it’s worth supporting

March 23, 2021
Iowa City City Council adopts 2022 budget

Iowa City City Council adopts 2022 budget

March 16, 2021
Co-owner of The Shop, Jessica Meyer, poses for a portrait on Saturday, March 13, 2021.

Iowa City businesses adapt to pandemic year’s changing markets

March 16, 2021
A COGS sticker is seen on a stop light post on Friday, October 16, 2020.

Regents approve collective bargaining agreements with UI unions

March 12, 2021
UI names Sara Sanders permanent dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

UI names Sara Sanders permanent dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

March 11, 2021
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House committee rejects Miller-Meeks’ motion to dismiss Hart’s election contest

March 10, 2021
Johnson County Supervisor Royceann Porter speaks at a protest outside The College Dentistry on Friday, January 29th, 2020. University students from the dental college marched to the College of Dentistry to protest unaddressed issues regarding the treatment of minority students.

Former chair and vice chair resign from Iowa City’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission

March 9, 2021
University of Iowa Graduate College Dean John Keller to step down this summer

University of Iowa Graduate College Dean John Keller to step down this summer

March 4, 2021
College of Dentistry Dean David Johnsen to step down early after free speech controversy

College of Dentistry Dean David Johnsen to step down early after free speech controversy

February 25, 2021
A schematic for the proposed North Liberty facility is shown. The schematic comes from UIHCs application for a Certificate of Need in February.

State board denies approval for $230 million UIHC facility in North Liberty

February 17, 2021
The University of Iowa Police Station is seen on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.

University of Iowa considers three models to change approach to campus safety

February 16, 2021
President Donald Trump walks to the podium during the Iowa GOP’s America First Dinner at the Ron Pearson Center in West Des Moines on Tuesday, June 11, 2019.

U.S. Senate acquits Donald Trump in impeachment trial

February 13, 2021
U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with the Daily Iowan staff after a visit to Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019.

Grassley says he will reserve judgment on impeachment until after trial

February 10, 2021
A mask sits on the Irving B. Weber statue in front of Van Allen on Thursday, March 12, 2020. The US has seen a shortage of N95 surgical masks in the recent weeks due to coronavirus. The CDC currently recommends the use of facemarks be reserved for those who are sick or for those who are caring for the sick.

Iowa City mask mandate still in effect despite governor relaxing statewide restrictions

February 6, 2021
Community vaccinations given on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. Ronald See closes his eyes as Kristen Van Scoyoc RN administers the vaccine. See said he was glad to finally get it.

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics vaccinate 1,000 people Wednesday

February 3, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera appears for an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 in Montezuma. Brian Powers/The Register

Prosecutors in Mollie Tibbetts trial accuse defense of filing illegitimate subpoena for Tibbetts’ banking records

January 27, 2021
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Underrepresented groups report lower satisfaction in campus climate, UI embarks on new DEI initiatives

January 25, 2021
Gubernatorial candidate Ross Wilburn speaks during the Johnson County Democrats BBQ at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. Multiple gubernatorial candidates spoke at the event as well as guest speaker Rep. Dave Loebsack (D-Iowa).

Iowa Democrats elect Rep. Ross Wilburn as party chair

January 23, 2021
Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, sits down for an interview with The Daily Iowan on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2020. Only a day after the inauguration of President Joe Biden, Ernst discussed upcoming work and the possible impeachment of former President Donald Trump. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa’s U.S. senators question constitutionality of impeachment trial

January 21, 2021
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Study abroad canceled through through Aug. 1

January 15, 2021
Gov. Kim Reynolds delivers the condition of the state address to a joint session of the Iowa House and Senate.

Governor calls for in-person learning and tax cuts in Condition of the State address

January 12, 2021
Iowa Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver stands during the opening of the 2021 legislative session on Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines. Legislative goals for the session include further tax cuts, expanding in-person learning, and moving towards economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Republican majority to push for fully in-person option at Iowa schools

January 11, 2021
U.S. President Donald Trump gives pauses to answer a reporterss question about a whistleblower as he leaves the Oval Office after hosting the ceremonial swearing in of Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia at the White House September 30, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images/TNS)

Iowa’s congressional delegation split along party lines over impeachment

January 8, 2021
Photos of Sen. Chuck Grassley (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan) and Sen. Joni Ernst (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa congressional delegation rejects objections to Biden’s electoral victory after riots disrupt count

January 7, 2021
The United States Capital is seen in Washington DC on Monday, Nov. 2, 2020.

Iowa lawmakers sheltering as rioters storm the U.S. Capitol

January 6, 2021
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