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[Photo] Opinion | Manufacturing an inflation crisis

June 15, 2021
The pedestrian bridge by Hancher is seen Tuesday May 4, 2021. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Non-taxable student loan forgiveness won’t immediately impact current student borrowers

May 4, 2021
The Haunted Bookshop in Iowa City is seen on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Why scavenging is the ultimate way to finding books during COVID-19

April 27, 2021
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April 27, 2021
The Old Capitol Building is seen on Monday, March 1, 2021.

[Photo] Faculty numbers decline at all three regent institutions in Iowa

April 7, 2021
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[Photo] Opinion | Working out the effects of a minimum wage increase in Johnson County

April 5, 2021
Emmy Palmersheim poses for a portrait on March 27, 2021.

[Photo] Student Spotlight: UI undergrad playwright and activist delves into powerful themes

March 30, 2021
The University of Iowa International Programs office is seen on March 28, 2021 in the Old Capitol Mall.

[Photo] Study abroad prioritizes virtual experiences, bringing back travel in the fall

March 30, 2021
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[Photo] Opinion | Women’s history month Community Chat lights fire under female journalists

March 28, 2021
University of Iowa's student Disability Services Office is seen on September 3, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | UI needs to be more accessible to students with physical disabilities

March 24, 2021
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[Photo] New Twitter account that posts vaccine availability helps Iowans get their COVID-19 vaccine

March 18, 2021
The Englert Theater is seen March 14, 2021.

[Photo] Stage to studio: How the Englert and other Iowa City venues have adapted their spaces during COVID-19

March 14, 2021
The Old Capitol Building is seen on Monday, March 1, 2021.

[Photo] University of Iowa adds new certificate to help students pursue planning, public affairs

March 14, 2021
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[Photo] Opinion | It’s time to end the Unbanking crisis

March 14, 2021
Sign seen on South Gilbert Street on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Promoting housing discrimination is wrong in every instance

March 8, 2021
Tippie College of Business Building is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020.

[Photo] University of Iowa Native American Leadership Academy deals with technology difficulties, adds support

March 8, 2021
Cover of 2020: The Year Documented.

[Photo] Capturing a historic year: DI photobook tells the story of 2020

March 7, 2021
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[Photo] Writers’ Workshop alum shares writing process and inspiration for bestselling novel, ‘Such a Fun Age’

March 2, 2021
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[Photo] Opinion | University bonds are a cause of tuition inflation

March 2, 2021
A line of decorated cars drives towards the Children's Hospital during the Dance Marathon Parade on Feb. 27, 2021. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Photos: Dance Marathon 27 – Car Parade

February 27, 2021
A COGS sticker is seen on a stop light post on Friday, October 16, 2020.

[Photo] Graduate student workers asking university for more transparency on graduate student COVID-19 cases in classroom

February 23, 2021
Steve McGuire poses for a portrait at Art Building West on Feb. 10, 2021. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Old Faculty Art Studios to be demolished in the spring

February 18, 2021
Felicia Rose Chavez is seen at the Prairie Lights Bookstore online event

[Photo] Author and UI alum Felicia Rose Chavez presents ‘The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop’ at Prairie Lights virtual reading

February 12, 2021
The Appropriations Subcommittee Meeting is seen taking place on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021. The meeting was held over webex due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Iowa student aid agency reports future enrollment gap for Iowa’s universities

February 10, 2021
Snow is seen blown into piles in the courtyard between Stanley and Currier residence halls during a snowstorm on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021.

[Photo] Photos: Early February Snow in Iowa City

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] Opinion | A minimum wage increase is long overdue

February 4, 2021
The LGBTQ Iowa Archives is seen on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021. The new library and archive is located in the basement of the Wesley Center.

[Photo] New lending libraries, archives create community space for LGBTQ Iowans

January 31, 2021
Sign seen on South Gilbert Street on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020.

[Photo] From Your Campus Mental Health Providers | Things to remember as 2020 draws to a close

December 8, 2020
Iowa Student Legal Services office is seen located on the ground floor of the IMU on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020.

[Photo] Iowa City schools reforming discipline practices

December 6, 2020
The hamburg Inn No. 2 in Iowa City is seen on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Iowa City Businesses prepare for students’ extended break, impact on holiday season

December 3, 2020
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[Photo] UI won’t do a pass/fail grading option for fall classes

December 2, 2020
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[Photo] Mediacom to increase rates for cable customers in late December

November 30, 2020
Hancher Auditorium is seen on Monday, Nov. 16, 2020. A drive-in art show will take place in the parking lot, which will feature over 60 artists worldwide.

[Photo] Limited Space to showcase art from Hancher’s parking lot

November 19, 2020
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[Photo] Opinion | Governor Reynold’s COVID-19 response has been disastrous

November 18, 2020
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[Photo] New Iowa City ordinance prohibiting biased policing passed first of three votes by city council

November 18, 2020
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[Photo] University of Iowa student highlighting locations in Iowa City gains following on TikTok

November 12, 2020
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[Photo] UI-developed COVID-19 saliva tests make in-person rehearsals possible for performing arts departments

November 8, 2020
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[Photo] University of Iowa Pentacrest Museums shift to virtual tours, podcast to expand reach

November 3, 2020
Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Republican candidate for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District, speaks with voters at the Johnson County Republicans Headquarters in Coralville on Wednesday.

[Photo] Mariannette Miller-Meeks discusses pandemic response in Coralville

October 28, 2020
Rita Hart is seen speaking during her backyard tours on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.

[Photo] Rita Hart appeals to rural interests in Coralville

October 24, 2020
Iowa City High's quarterback Raph Hamilton throws the ball down field during the Iowa City West vs. Iowa City High on Friday, October 23, 2020. Iowa City West defeated Iowa City High 35-7.

[Photo] Photos: Iowa City West v Iowa City High Football

October 24, 2020
Elizabeth Handschy is seen posing for a protrait next to the COGS bulletin board located in MacBride Hall on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

[Photo] Unions at Iowa universities vote to recertify for bargaining power, frustrated with election process

October 20, 2020
City of Iowa City Town Hall is seen on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

[Photo] Iowa Finance Authority, Iowa Economic Development Authority launch program for Iowa residents experiencing financial loss

October 20, 2020
The local band known as Ped Mall play outside of Daydrink coffee shop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, October 17, 2020.

[Photo] Brewing a new beat: new coffee shop helps local band find its start

October 19, 2020
Ed Cranston poses for a portrait on Wednesday, October 14, 2020.

[Photo] Photos: Iowa Democratic Party Early Voting event in Coralville

October 14, 2020
The checkout line at Ragstock in Downtown Iowa City on October 31, 2019. The line extended towards the back of the store with stragglers still choosing their Halloween costumes.

[Photo] Johnson County Department of Public Health promotes healthy and safe Halloween

October 12, 2020
The checkout line at Ragstock in Downtown Iowa City on October 31, 2019. The line extended towards the back of the store with stragglers still choosing their Halloween costumes.

[Photo] Opinion | Halloween is not an opportunity for cultural appropriation

October 12, 2020
Masks, and sanitizer, and tissues are seen available in the Pomerantz Center on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020.

[Photo] Iowa coaches express concerns during COVID-19

October 11, 2020
The Women's Resource and Action Center is seen Tuesday, October 6, 2020.

[Photo] UI Women’s Resource and Action Center continues through COVID-19

October 7, 2020
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[Photo] Earbud usage could cause issues for students

October 5, 2020
A memorial for Ruth Bader Ginsburg is seen outside the University of Iowa's College of Law building on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. Ginsburg passed away Friday, Sept. 18, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Women need the opportunity to be leaders

October 1, 2020
Sign seen on South Linn Street on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020.

[Photo] UI students discuss the pandemic-tinted rent landscape in Iowa City

September 30, 2020
Latino Native American Cultural Center is seen on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020.

[Photo] University of Iowa cultural centers create sense of community virtually during COVID-19

September 24, 2020
Brothers Bar and Grill is seen on Sunday, September 6 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Immigration should be easier

September 27, 2020
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[Photo] Graduate college creating campaign to promote equity among graduate students

September 24, 2020
A memorial for Ruth Bader Ginsburg is seen outside the University of Iowa's College of Law building on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. Ginsburg passed away Friday, Sept. 18, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Iowa’s Supreme Court is superior to the Federal Court

September 23, 2020
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[Photo] The stories behind the shoelace: Sneakerhead culture and its economic rise in Iowa City

March 12, 2020
Macbride Hall is seen on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020.

[Photo] UI Anthropology Department celebrates 50 years of education, research

February 20, 2020
A pathos plant is seen inside Moss on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020.

[Photo] Growing happiness: becoming a plant parent provides a connection to nature and benefits mental health

February 19, 2020
University of Iowa student Olivia Harter takes photos in the Visual Arts Building on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020.

[Photo] Student Spotlight: UI art student captures unconventional themes through storytelling

February 12, 2020
People arrive at the Republican Caucus in North Liberty on Monday, Feb. 3, 2020. Everyone at this caucus was in favor of Donald Trump.

[Photo] Photos: Iowa Caucuses (2/3/20)

February 4, 2020
The University of Iowa University Counseling Service is seen on October 17, 2019. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Opinion: What you need to know to navigate seasonal depression

November 5, 2019
The Circle of Ash Haunted House, which is the largest haunted house in Iowa, is seen on October 27, 2019. The Haunted House takes place at the Linn County Fairgrounds in Central City, Iowa.

[Photo] Suspense, terror, darkness: One DI reporter’s look into Iowa’s haunted houses

October 30, 2019
The Circle of Ash Haunted House, which is the largest haunted house in Iowa, is seen on October 27, 2019. The Haunted House takes place at the Linn County Fairgrounds in Central City, Iowa. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Making monsters through makeup: How haunted houses create horror

October 30, 2019
The Alumni Awards programs at the Voxman on October 18, 2019.

[Photo] UI alum Jake Chung recognized for service on campus

October 21, 2019
The Alumni Awards nominees seen on October 18, 2019 at the Voxman.

[Photo] UI recognizes distinguished alums

October 20, 2019
Colleagues check in for the 20 years of Tippie celebration held at the Old Capitol Building on Thursday, October 10, 2019.

[Photo] Institute for International Business celebrates 20 years of connecting Iowans with the rest of the business world

October 11, 2019
Photo Illustration taken on October 8, 2019 by Raquele Decker.

[Photo] UISG aims to empower bright ideas of students through new website

October 10, 2019
Ed Raines playing his Saxophone in the Ped Mall On October 9, 2019. “I just want to enjoy the last of the good weather while I can,” Raines said. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan.)

[Photo] University of Iowa receives grant to improve statewide maternal health

October 9, 2019
The Sports Page art piece in the alley beside US Bank in Downtown Iowa City on October 7, 2019. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Iowa City Public Library hosted a mural walk to showcase some of the area’s newest artwork

October 7, 2019
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