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Gabby Drees

Gabby Drees, Photojournalist

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Gabby Drees is a fourth-year student at the University of Iowa, pursuing degrees in Journalism and Mass Communications and Sociology. This is her fourth semester at The Daily Iowan.

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Iowa guard Kylie Feuerbach drives towards the basket during an Iowa women's basketball game against Evansville on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes defeated the Purple Aces, 119-43.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs Evansville

Gabby Drees, Visuals Editor
November 9, 2025
Iowa City District B city councillor Shawn Harmsen reacts to poll results at a watch party at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, during the 2025 Iowa City general election.

[Photo] Shawn Harmsen wins District B seat in Iowa City City Council race

November 4, 2025
Iowa City District B city councillor Shawn Harmsen reacts to the final poll results at a watch party at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, during the 2025 Iowa City general election.

Ann Breeding poses for a portrait in her home in Bondurant, Iowa, on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. Daniel was cremated after dying from an overdose five years ago, and Ann has his ashes in a tattoo and one of her rings. “I tried. I tried so hard, and that’s the part that sucks, is that I tried so freaking hard.” One of Ann’s tattoos is a quote from the Bible, Galatians 6:9, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” Ann said, “I didn’t give up. I didn’t give up… Why did he die?” (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Firefighters tend to a fire at 605 E. Burlington St. on Oct. 30, 2025.

[Photo] ICFD responds to small porch fire Thursday

October 30, 2025
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A protestor walks back to the Pentacrest while holding a sign during a “No Kings” protest in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. The Iowa City demonstration is part of protests taking place nationwide against Donald Trump’s administration, ICE raids, and National Guard deployments across major U.S. Cities.

Photos: No Kings Protest and March in Iowa City

Gabby Drees, Andy Espineira, and John Charlson
October 18, 2025
Chazadi ‘Chit-Chat’ Wright talks with media during the Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. The team was ranked 21st in the Associated Press preseason poll.

[Photo] Iowa women’s basketball’s Chazadi Wright defines herself beyond “Chit-Chat” nickname

October 21, 2025
during the Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. The team was ranked 21st in the Associated Press preseason poll.

Body props chilllax at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen laughs at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costumes rest on hangars at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen listens at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Materials rest on a table at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen puts away clothing at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen puts away clothing at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen shares notes at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen shares notes at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen shares notes at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen checks the fitting of clothing at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen flips through notes at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Fabric rests on a sewing machine at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume shop manager Cindy Kubu and costume designer Jenny Kelchen check the fit of GABBYWILLGETNAME’s clothing at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume shop manager Cindy Kubu takes notes while costume designer Jenny Kelchen takes a photo of a dancer at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Fabric rests on a shelf at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen speaks at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume shop manager Cindy Kubu and costume designer Jenny Kelchen check the fitting of clothing at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume shop manager Cindy Kubu and costume designer Jenny Kelchen check the fitting of clothing at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen speaks at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

GABBYWILLGETNAME at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Langston Lyon points out cows at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.

Langston Lyon points to a tractor in the shed while his father, Logan Lyon, holds him after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon pulls in to the driveway at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.

Logan Lyon carries his son, Langston Lyon, to the combine at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.

Langston Lyon plays with his father Logan Lyon’s hat while Logan harvests corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Langston Lyon and his father Logan Lyon look for toys while Logan harvests corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon harvests corn with his son Langston at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon drops off kernels after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Langston Lyon plays with his father Logan Lyon’s hat while Logan harvests corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon speaks with his youngest child, Langston, and his mother-in-law after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon poses for a photo after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.

Logan Lyon speaks with a client over the phone while harvesting at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Lyon is a crop insurer. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon checks for leftover kernels after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Corn is seen at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas. This year, the extended heat brought fungus to the farm.

Logan Lyon checks for missing kernels after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon harvests corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Logan Lyon fills up a combine at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former district six director of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Costume designer Jenny Kelchen shares notes at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

[Photo] How Dance Gala’s costumes come to life

October 14, 2025
Costume designer Jenny Kelchen listens at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Materials rest on a table at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Fabric rests on a shelf at the University of Iowa Hancher Auditorium costume shop located in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. The costume shop created pieces for the University of Iowa annual Dance Gala.

Logan Lyon fills up a combine at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

[Photo] As Iowa soybean farmers continue a record harvest, a trade war with China spells financial hardship for farmers

October 14, 2025
Logan Lyon drops off kernels after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Langston Lyon points to a tractor in the shed while his father, Logan Lyon, holds him after harvesting corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

Langston Lyon plays with his father Logan Lyon’s hat while Logan harvests corn at Martz Family Farms outside of Blue Grass, Iowa, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. The former president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association is used to $10 soybean prices but said he’s economically hurt the most when the family has to purchase new machinery parts from overseas.

University of Iowa third-year undergraduate Ephram Sinnwell and University of Iowa second-year MFA acting candidate Raphael Thomé act during a rehearsal of Romeo and Juliet at the University of Iowa Mabie Theatre on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The show will premiere Oct. 10.

[Photo] UI theater set to premiere Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” on Oct. 10

Rian Barr, Arts Reporter
October 8, 2025
A photo rests on top of an ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila hugs Maria Bruno during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Deb Schoelerman works on her ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila takes a photo of Deb Schoelerman with her ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila speaks with Deb Schoelerman during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila speaks with Carolina Kaufman during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila’s hand rests on her skirt during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila speaks during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

[Photo] Iowa City celebrates Hispanic Heritage month through art with Semana Cultural Latina

October 7, 2025
An attendee, Deb Schoelerman and Miriam Alarcón Ávila look at Schoelerman’s ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Pictures lay on a table during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Attendees used the pictures in their ofrendas. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Carson Lorenz and Jasmine Pizano check in during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Kimberly Datchuk speaks during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila’s ofrenda of her sister lays on the table during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Participants grab materials for their ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Ariah creates an ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Maria Bruno looks for materials for her ofrenda during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Miriam Alarcón Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Miriam Alarcón Ávila introduces and explains what an ofrenda is during an ofrenda workshop at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum in Iowa City, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Participants created ofrendas in memory of their loved ones and was presented and hosted by Ávila, a local artist, Weaving Our Community Network, the University of Iowa Special Collections, and the Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Participants engage in a simulation outside of Washington County Hospital and Clinics in Washington, Iowa, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. SIM-IA trucks travel around the state offering medical simulations to rural hospitals and clinics. Recently, they received a $5.3 million grant from Wellmark Foundation, extending the program for five years.

[Photo] Bridging the Gap: How SIM-IA is tackling rural health care challenges

October 7, 2025
Iowa City Democrat and 1st District congressional candidate Christina Bohannon speaks at an Iowa Democratic Party Regional Hall of Fame Event hosted at Kalona Historical Village in Kalona, Iowa, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Congressional candidates Christina Bohannon, Travis Terrell, and Taylor Wettach answered questions submitted by attendees before local organizers and volunteers were recognized for their efforts.

[Photo] Iowa’s Democratic District 1 Congressional candidates pitch platform

October 5, 2025
Attendees listen to music at Amana’s 60th Oktoberfest in Amana on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The annual festival featured brats, beer and live music.

[Photo] Amana Colonies Oktoberfest turns 60

Riley Dunn and Madisyn Hunt
October 5, 2025
Rabiu Mamman, lead graduate student on the study, works in the lab at the Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. The lab, under supervision of University of Iowa associate professor Caterina Lamuta, is developing technology which mimics octopus tissue, muscles and skin.

[Photo] UI researchers model ocean tech after octopus for easier exploration

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter
October 1, 2025
Iowa City police officer Andy Farrell speaks with a community member outside of Elray’s in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The Iowa City Police Department offers overtime shifts on weekends during the school year as students return.

[Photo] Iowa City’s first responders navigate second largest freshmen class in history

Grace Bartlett, News Reporter
September 30, 2025
Iowa City police officers Andy Farrell and Aaron Mitchell check on a community member outside of Donnelly’s Pub in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The Iowa City Police Department offers overtime shifts on weekends during the school year as students return.

Iowa City police officers issue citations outside of Bo-James in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The Iowa City Police Department offers overtime shifts on weekends during the school year as students return.

Iowa City police officers Andy Farrell and Aaron Mitchell talk with security outside of DC’s in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The Iowa City Police Department offers overtime shifts on weekends during the school year as students return.

Iowa City police officer Aaron Mitchell checks out an ID at Elray’s in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The Iowa City Police Department offers overtime shifts on weekends during the school year as students return.

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