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

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor

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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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Theresa Greenfield wins Democratic Senate primary

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor
June 2, 2020
Protesters gather on the Pentacrest for a moment of silence during a protest in Iowa City on Monday, June 1, 2020. Protesters walk through downtown to the Johnson County Jail where they interacted peacefully with the police. Protesters then moved to the Iowa City Police Department where they smashed windows on a door.

Iowa City protest remains mostly peaceful despite tension with police, broken glass

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor
June 2, 2020
Protesters raise their hands and chant “Don’t shoot” during the Say Their Names rally on the Pentacrest on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Iowa City community members gathered to remember George Floyd, Ahmed Arbury, Yassin Mohamed and others. Money was collected during the event which went in donation to a vehicle procession carrying protesters going to Minneapolis. There were about five vehicles leaving directly following the rally.

Hundreds gather at Pentacrest for ‘Say Their Names’ rally against police violence

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor
May 30, 2020
Fact Check | Theresa Greenfield’s no-corporate-PAC pledge needs some explanation

Fact Check | Theresa Greenfield’s no-corporate-PAC pledge needs some explanation

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor
May 28, 2020
The College of Public Health is seen on March 11, 2019.

UI researchers expect relaxing guidelines to increase infections, universal PPE could slow spread

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor
May 27, 2020
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UIHC begins phased approach to bringing employees back to work

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor
May 19, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Test Iowa equipment validated, governor expects increased testing ability

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
May 14, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Gov. Kim Reynolds enters modified quarantine after White House visit

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
May 11, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Governor shifting coronavirus strategy to “managing and containing” virus

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
May 7, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Governor allows more businesses to reopen Friday

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
May 6, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Governor’s push for reopening creates rift with health experts

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
May 4, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds smiles during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020.

Workers may lose benefits if they don’t return to work because of safety concerns

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 30, 2020
Graphic by Katina Zentz

Iowa lobbying group pushes for coronavirus drug price controls

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 29, 2020
A farm in Waukee is seen on Wednesday, October 9, 2019.

Iowa officials call for immediate assistance for pork producers

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 27, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Governor to ease restrictions on restaurants, fitness and retail centers in most counties starting May 1

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 27, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Public health officials ramp up surveillance testing and contact tracing at essential businesses

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 20, 2020
U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with the Daily Iowan staff after a visit to Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019.

Iowa’s members of Congress work from home amid pandemic

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 19, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Reynolds restricts gatherings to immediate household members in northeast Iowa region

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 16, 2020
Fact Check | Iowa had a strong job market and low unemployment before coronavirus

Fact Check | Iowa had a strong job market and low unemployment before coronavirus

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 15, 2020
The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Iowa health officials issue PPE shortage order

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 10, 2020
during the Iowa City Climate Rally at the Graduate hotel on Sunday, January 12, 2020. Sanders discussed his climate policies, the impact of climate change, the Green New Deal, and the dangers of climate inaction in the government.

Iowa City supporters hopeful for progressive movement after Bernie Sanders exits race

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 8, 2020
University of Iowa mascot Herky the Hawkeye goes back out On Parade for the 10th Anniversary of Herky on Parade on Monday, May 5, 2014.

University of Iowa seniors may participate in fall 2020 or spring 2021 commencement ceremonies

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 8, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Reynolds orders further closure of businesses

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 6, 2020
Kim Reynolds talks at Hy-Vee in Coralville during her 99 Counties tour on Thursday, April 5, 2018.

Iowa governor says medical institute’s COVID-19 projection based on faulty assumptions

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
April 1, 2020
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during her first Condition of the State address in the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Jan. 9, 2018.

Iowa Democrats urge Reynolds to issue stay-at-home order

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 31, 2020
The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

PETA calls for ending animal research at the UI

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 31, 2020
North Dubuque St. is seen on Tuesday, March 17th, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency.

Iowa service industries reel as unemployment claims spike 

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 29, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Iowa using several methods to obtain medical supplies amid national shortage

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 25, 2020
President Trump pauses during a speech at the Iowa GOP’s America First Dinner at the Ron Pearson Center in West Des Moines on June 11, 2019.

Trump approves major-disaster declaration for Iowa

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 25, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the Condition of the State address at the State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Reynolds discussed initiatives such as tax cuts, mental health funding, and workforce training.

Governor closes salons, spas, tattoo shops, and more to combat COVID-19

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 22, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Iowa agency seeing ‘staggering’ number of unemployment claims as COVID-19 prevention shuts down businesses

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 20, 2020
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii speaks to the audience during a meet-and-greet at Yotopia in Iowa City on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Attendees gathered to listen to Gabbard discuss topics such as defunding regime changing wars, environmental policies, and medicare for all.

Tulsi Gabbard exits presidential race, endorses Joe Biden

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 19, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Reynolds signs bill granting her increased spending power, emergency provisions to combat COVID-19

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 17, 2020
The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Iowa Legislature will pause for at least a month after community spread of the coronavirus confirmed in Iowa

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 15, 2020
The College of Public Health is seen on March 11, 2019.

University of Iowa public-health experts talk COVID-19, ways people can stay healthy

Kelsey Harrell and Caleb McCullough
March 13, 2020
The University of Iowa Study abroad office is seen on Monday, October 21st, 2019.

“I was absolutely devastated.” Students return home and cancel trips amid COVID-19 outbreaks

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 12, 2020
Iowa medical cannabidiol patient John Fenner poses for a portrait on Feb. 25. Fenner enrolled in Iowa's Medical Cannabidiol Program in October 2019. He advocates for more options for medical cannabis patients.

Patients face roadblocks in medical marijuana program

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor
March 10, 2020
Senator Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. walks on stage during a rally in Essex Junction, Vermont on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.

Bernie Sanders wins in Vermont, loses momentum in swing states on Super Tuesday

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
March 3, 2020
(From left) Dominic Barone and Max Crystal pose for a portrait in Kru Coffee in Burlington, Vermont on Monday, March 2, 2020.

Voices from Burlington: Locals in Sanders’ liberal stronghold prepare for Super Tuesday

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
March 3, 2020
Designed by Haley Triem

Final caucus results: Pete Buttigieg holds on to lead after caucus recount

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 27, 2020
The Capitol building in Des Moines is pictured on April 29, 2019.

Which prominent bills survived the first legislative funnel?

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 24, 2020
Designed by Haley Triem

Iowa Democratic Party corrects 29 precinct results after recanvass

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 19, 2020
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New Iowa Democratic Party chair has eyes set on November

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 17, 2020
University of Iowa students form lines during the caucus at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday February 3, 2020.

Iowa Democratic Party approves recanvass requests

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 12, 2020
A sign for Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass. is seen during a caucus at the Iowa Memorial Union on Feb. 3.

Johnson County reports record Democratic caucus turnout

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 11, 2020
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price discusses the Iowa caucuses in an interview for The Daily Iowan at Prairie Lights on Friday, May 5, 2019. (Jenna Galligan)

Iowa Democratic Party receives request for recanvass of 143 precincts

Caleb McCullough, Politics reporter
February 10, 2020
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price discusses the Iowa caucuses in an interview for The Daily Iowan at Prairie Lights on Friday, May 5, 2019. (Jenna Galligan)

Iowa Democrats extend recanvass deadline, allow reporting of inconsistencies

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 7, 2020
President Donald Trump pauses during a speech at the Iowa GOP’s America First Dinner at the Ron Pearson Center in West Des Moines on June 11, 2019.

Grassley, Ernst join Republicans in vote to acquit President Trump

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 5, 2020
John Deeth, volunteer from Johnson County Democrats, recounts before assigning delegates during the caucus at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday February 3, 2020.

Some fear raucous Iowa Democratic caucuses will threaten first-in-the-nation status

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 4, 2020
Supporters of Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., hold up cards during the caucus at Des Moines Precinct 62 in the Knapp Center on Monday, February 3, 2020. The caucus head count reached 849 people, leaving 127 individuals needed for the candidate to be declared viable. Sen. Warren received 212 1st round total head count votes.

Where did support for nonviable candidates go in the caucuses?

Caleb McCullough and Naomi Hofferber
February 4, 2020

Iowa City Transit adds four extra routes on caucus night ahead of expected record-breaking turnout

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 2, 2020
Buttigieg pitches winning a coalition before Iowa caucuses

Buttigieg pitches winning a coalition before Iowa caucuses

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
February 2, 2020
Students and members of the community sign in to caucus for the Democrat Party in the Robert Lee Rec Center on February 1, 2016.

Caucus rule change could leave uncommitted caucusgoers stuck in a viable group

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 26, 2020
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. speaks to the audience during a campaign event for Senator Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. on Friday, January 24, 2020. Although Sanders could not attend the event, Ocasio-Cortez spoke in his place. The Iowa caucuses, just under two weeks away, will take place on February 3.

Late Friday night, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rallies several hundred people for Bernie Sanders in Iowa City

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 25, 2020
Former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg hosts a town hall at Cedar Rapids Veterans Memorial Building Armory on Jan 21. Buttigeg is a democratic hopeful for the 2020 Democratic Presidential nomination.

Buttigieg, Loebsack rally for last-minute support in Cedar Rapids

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 21, 2020
Students and members of the community sign in to caucus for the Democrat Party in the Robert Lee Rec Center on February 1, 2016.

What are the Iowa caucuses and how do I caucus?

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 17, 2020
U.S President Donald Trump speaks as Sen. Joni Ernst from Iowa looks on during a meeting with Republican senators on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, D.C. (Olivier Douliery/Abaca Press/TNS)

Joni Ernst praises trade agreements ahead of U.S. Senate vote on USMCA

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 16, 2020
Six candidates made their final pitches to Iowans while together on a single stage Jan. 14, 2020 at the January Democratic debates hosted by CNN and the Des Moines Register. Photo available to The Daily Iowan from CNN.

Presidential hopefuls make final pitches to Iowans 20 days out from caucuses in Democratic debate

Julia Shanahan and Caleb McCullough
January 15, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds smiles during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Gov. Kim Reynolds discussed initiatives such as tax cuts, mental health funding, and workforce training.

Iowa governor proposes sales tax increase to fund key programs, tax cuts

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 14, 2020
The Iowa House convenes at the Iowa State Capitol on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020. Leaders in the Iowa House of Representatives gave opening remarks to preview their priorities for the 2020 session.

Interest in increased vaping regulations unclear among Iowa lawmakers

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 13, 2020
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., speaks during the Iowa City Climate Rally at The Graduate hotel on Sunday, January 12, 2020.

Bernie Sanders urges climate action in Iowa City after rising in the Iowa Poll

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
January 12, 2020
Retired Naval officer, Michael Franken speaks to supporters at the law office of Iowa City attorney Jim Larew on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019. After forty years of service in the Navy, Franken is stepping down to pursue a campaign for senator.

U.S. Senate candidate Michael Franken highlights rural concerns in Iowa City

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
December 14, 2019
Former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro speaks at the Latino-Native American Cultural Center on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan)

Julián Castro challenges Iowa caucuses in Iowa City stop

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
December 11, 2019
Illustration by A.J. Boulund

Online advertising key in countdown to Iowa caucuses

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
December 10, 2019
South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg takes the stage during a town hall at the Coralville Marriott on Sunday, December 8, 2019. Mayor Buttigieg spoke to a crowd of over 2,000 people at the event.

Pete Buttigieg pitches country unity amid scrutiny over private-sector work

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
December 8, 2019
Daily Iowan to host legislative forum Dec. 8 ahead of 2020 session

Daily Iowan to host legislative forum Dec. 8 ahead of 2020 session

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
December 4, 2019
2020 Democratic candidate Marianne Williamson speaks at Heartland Yoga on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. The author compared the government to the human body, promoting ongoing healing.

Marianne Williamson promotes ‘outside the box’ agenda at Iowa yoga studio

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
December 1, 2019
Attendees watch during a Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass, watch party of the Democratic debates in Schaffer on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City reacts to first debate after Pete Buttigieg’s rise in Iowa Poll

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
November 20, 2019
Mayor Pete Buttigieg speaks during the first annual Finkenauer fish fry at Hawkeye Downs on Saturday, November 2, 2019. U.S. Rep. Abby Finkenauer hosted eight presidential candidates for a fish fry focused on jobs and infrastructure.

Pete Buttigieg releases plan targeting higher education and tuition costs

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
November 18, 2019
Former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and 2020 Democratic candidate Julián Castro listens to parents and board members at The Arc of Southeast Iowa on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019. Attendees brought up education, funding, privatization of medical care, minimum wage, and other factors that play into the needs of The Arc and the families they serve. (Jenna Galligan/ The Daily Iowan)

Julián Castro says he plans to remain in presidential race if he fails to qualify for November debate

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
November 10, 2019
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y, exit the stage after a rally at the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Conference Center on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. Sen. Sanders and Rep. Osasio-Cortez spoke on climate change and women’s rights.

Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez preach grassroots campaigning in Coralville stop

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
November 9, 2019
Roger Grobstich, Vice President of the Retail Wholesale and Department Store Union, speaks on behalf of the companies employees on Wednesday, November 6, 2019. 99% of workers have rejected the offer presented by the company and will discuss with General Mills tomorrow. If an agreement is not met workers may strike. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Presidential hopefuls weigh in on threat of strike from General Mills workers

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
November 6, 2019
Rep. Abby Finkenauer, D-Iowa greets the crowd during the first annual Finkenauer fish fry at Hawkeye Downs on Saturday, November 2, 2019. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Presidential hopefuls connect climate change to infrastructure policies at first Finkenauer fish fry

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
November 2, 2019
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price discusses the Iowa caucuses in an interview for The Daily Iowan at Prairie Lights on Friday, May 5, 2019. (Jenna Galligan)

Iowa Democratic Party chair predicts 2020 caucuses to be best-attended in history

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 30, 2019
Bernie Sanders speaks before citizens at a rally in downtown Iowa City on Friday, October 25th, 2019. Bernie Sanders made an appearance downtown to drum up support for the upcoming Presidential Caucus. (Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan)

Iowans weigh health concerns in first Iowa City Bernie Sanders stop since heart attack

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 25, 2019
Rep. Tim Ryan speaks at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Saturday, August 10, 2019.

Tim Ryan drops 2020 presidential bid

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 24, 2019
Senator Kamala Harris, D-CA, addresses supporters at Backpocket Brewery on Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders, Marianne Williamson to visit Iowa City this week

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 20, 2019
Former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and 2020 Democratic candidate Julian Castro speaks on gun violence at a town hall organized by Moms Demand Action volunteers in North Liberty on Wednesday, August 14, 2019.

Julián Castro talks criminal justice at re-entry summit

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 18, 2019
Rep. Dave Loebsack speaks during a brunch fundraiser for Sen. Zach Wahls at the Walker Homestead on July 14, 2019.

Primary fields for 2nd Congressional District race shape up

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 16, 2019
Senator Cory Booker, D-NJ, speaks to an audience during a forum at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, October 7, 2019.

Cory Booker releases plan to pay college athletes

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 11, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass, addresses the crowd during the Polk County Steak Fry in Des Moines on Saturday Sept. 21, 2019. 17 democratic candidates gave speeches and grilled steaks.

National Iowa leaders stand behind electoral college despite calls from 2020 Democrats to remove it

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 6, 2019
Designed by Jim Geerdes and Katina Zentz

A look at presidential candidate endorsements ahead of the Iowa caucuses

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
October 1, 2019
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price discusses the Iowa caucuses in an interview for The Daily Iowan at Prairie Lights on Friday, May 5, 2019. (Jenna Galligan)

DNC approves Iowa Democratic Party’s plan to host satellite caucuses, including at out-of-state college campuses

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
September 20, 2019
Elizabeth Warren speaks during a campaign rally for presidential candidate and Senator Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass. outside the IMU on Thursday, September 19, 2019. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

Elizabeth Warren hits on economic reform in Iowa City stop

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
September 19, 2019
President Donald Trump makes a statement announcing that a deal has been reached to reopen the government through Feb. 15 during an event in the Rose Garden of the White House Jan. 25, 2019 in Washington, D.C.

Iowa Republican leaders: Iowans sticking to Trump despite not canceling caucus

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
September 11, 2019
Bernie Sanders addresses the crowd during the Bernie 2020 College Campus Tailgate Tour on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at The Old Capitol Building. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Bernie Sanders rallies students on the Pentacrest

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
September 8, 2019
Warren stickers are seen during a Hawkeyes for Warren meeting at the Iowa City Public Library on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

2020 campaigning ramps up on UI campus in fall semester

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
September 5, 2019
South Bend Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg talks with voters at College Green Park in Iowa City on Monday, Sept. 2. (Hanna Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Pete Buttigieg opens field office in Iowa City

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
September 2, 2019
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price discusses the Iowa caucuses in an interview for The Daily Iowan at Prairie Lights on Friday, May 5, 2019. (Jenna Galligan)

Democratic National Committee recommends not to approve virtual caucus

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
August 30, 2019
The Capitol building in Des Moines is pictured on April 29, 2018.

Governor signs bill allowing stun guns on college campuses

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter
May 9, 2019
(From left) Demetrius Perry, Peter Krogull, and Tony Casella pose for a portrait at their store Vice in Iowa City on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. Vice sells streetwear and vintage clothing to the Iowa City community, and online through their e-Bay page. In April Perry, Krogull, and Casella started a podcast about sneakers, fashion, and the fashion culture of Iowa City.

Iowa City’s Vice launches podcast about fashion, culture

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
May 8, 2019
City Councilor John Thomas addresses complaints regarding the new benches for the Pedestrian Mall at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019. Some community members feel that the new benches are hostile to the homeless.

City Council comes to three-year decision on Forest View mobile home park

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
May 7, 2019
The Capitol building in Des Moines is pictured on April 29, 2018.

Stun gun bill would overturn University of Iowa weapons policy

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
May 5, 2019
Pauline Taylor announces run for City Council re-election

Pauline Taylor announces run for City Council re-election

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
May 2, 2019
City Council members address complaints regarding the new benches for the Pedestrian Mall at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Some community members feel that the new benches are hostile to the homeless.

City Council approves first consideration of rental-permit moratorium

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
May 1, 2019
Contributed photo of Laura Bergus

Iowa City attorney Laura Bergus announces bid for City Council

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
April 30, 2019
AJ King, President of the UI Trans Alliance, delivers a presentation called "Crash Course: Transphobia" at a brown bag event for Trans Week of Action in North Hall on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan)

UI Trans Alliance focuses on activism and education in Trans Week of Action

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
April 25, 2019
Iowa City Mayor Jim Throgmorton listens as community members address complaints regarding the new benches for the Pedestrian Mall at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Some community members feel that the new benches are hostile to the homeless.

Mayor Jim Throgmorton not running for third term

caleb McCullough, News Reporter
April 23, 2019
People walk around downtown on Tuesday, Jan 31, 2017. Iowa City was named City of Literature by Unesco City of Literature.

Iowa City prepares for 2020 census by forming Complete Count Committee

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
April 22, 2019
The entrance to Terry Trueblood Recreation Area is seen on Tuesday, April 17, 2019. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan)

City plans inaugural 100-mile bike ride at Terry Trueblood Recreation Center

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
April 17, 2019
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