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Caleb McCullough, Managing Editor

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Caleb McCullough is a Managing Editor at The Daily Iowan. In his freshman year, Caleb worked as a news reporter and designer. In his sophomore year, he was a politics reporter and later the assistant politics editor. Caleb is a junior studying journalism and political science with a minor in philosophy.
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Johnson County Public Health Director Dave Koch speaks at a press conference in front of the Graduate Hotel on June 25.

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

June 25, 2020
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 Floyd's neck sparked world wide protests against police brutality.. Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY

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 UIHC's application for a Certificate of Need.

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). (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

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 reporters's 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
The Iowa City City Council is seen at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. (Nichole Harris/The Daily Iowan

City proposes upcoming capital projects

January 5, 2021
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Mariannette Miller-Meeks to take up 2nd District seat as Hart contest continues

December 30, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds: Vaccine rollout begins, some gathering restrictions lifted

December 16, 2020
Representative Dave Loebsack stands for a portrait at the Daily Iowan newsroom on Sunday, September 23, 2018. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Extending opportunity: Dave Loebsack reflects on a career in Congress

December 15, 2020
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’s presidency could bring major changes to higher education

December 3, 2020
U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with the Daily Iowan staff after a visit to Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019.

Chuck Grassley says Congress should pass bipartisan COVID-19 relief package

December 2, 2020
Iowa State Senator for District 41, Mariannette Miller-Meeks discuses COVID-19 at The Palmer House Stable on Oct. 20. Miller-Meeks was a 2020 candidate for US Representative for Iowa 2nd District.

Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ six-vote lead certified by Iowa Secretary of State

November 30, 2020
U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with reporters during a press conference at Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Chuck Grassley tests positive for COVID-19

November 17, 2020
U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with the Daily Iowan staff after a visit to Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019.

Sen. Chuck Grassley in quarantine after COVID-19 exposure

November 17, 2020
Iowa State Senate candidate Zach Wahls speaks to an audience in the Shambaugh Auditorium on Tuesday, April 17, 2018.

Iowa Senate Democrats elect Zach Wahls as minority leader

November 15, 2020
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller

Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller rebuffs Trump’s claims of election fraud

November 13, 2020
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa., has a conversation at the Iowa State Capitol on Monday, January 13, 2020.

Chuck Grassley won’t acknowledge Joe Biden as president-elect until recounts and legal challenges are settled

November 12, 2020
Michael Osterholm is director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. (Glen Stubbe/Minneapolis Star Tribune/TNS)

Biden names Iowa native Michael Osterholm to coronavirus task force

November 9, 2020
Vice-President-elect Kamala Harris and President-elect Joe Biden celebrate with supporters after declaring victory in the presidential election at the Chase Center in Wilmington, Delaware, on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020.

Third time’s the charm: Joe Biden’s long road to the White House

November 8, 2020
U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst R-IA speaks at the republican watch party at the Des Moins Marriott Downtown on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020 . Republicans from across the state have gathered to watch the results of the 2020 General Election.

Independents, economy drove Republican wins Tuesday night

November 5, 2020
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