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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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KGAN chief meteorologist Terry Swails looks at computer monitors showing a rainstorm moving into eastern Iowa at KGAN studio on Oct. 4. Swails, who has been a meteorologist for 41 years, has some reservations about discussing climate change in his weather forecasts because of "controversy" surrounding the topic. (The Daily Iowan/Katelyn Weisbrod)

Area meteorologists tread carefully on climate change

Katelyn Weisbrod, [email protected] October 17, 2017

Around four times a day, local meteorologist Terry Swails stands before a green screen and addresses eastern Iowa with the day’s forecast. Swails, the chief meteorologist at KGAN in Cedar Rapids, has...

J. Brooks Jackson (University of Iowa)

UMN administrator selected to replace Robillard as UI Health Care leader

October 16, 2017

The University of Iowa announced Monday that J. Brooks Jackson is set to fill the role of vice president of Medical Affairs and dean of the Carver College of Medicine. Jackson is set to start Nov. 30...

Lamar Wilson (Johnson County Sheriff)

Gang participation added to charges against suspect in Iowa City Ped Mall shooting

October 13, 2017

Authorities have charged Lamar Wilson, who faces a first-degree-murder charge in connection with a shooting on the Pedestrian Mall in August, with an additional charge of criminal gang participation,...

(The Daily Iowan/File photo)

Iowa City remains UNESCO, despite U.S. withdrawal

Daily Iowan staff, [email protected] October 12, 2017

The U.S. State Department’s decision to withdraw from a partnership with an agency that promotes international peace will not affect Iowa City, a World City of Literature destination, one organizer...

Terry, an inmate volunteer, on Tuesday walks Russ, a shelter dog who was placed at the Iowa Medical & Classification Center as part of a program in which inmates teach shelter dogs obedience and help to rehabilitate them for adoption or placement. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa prison allows inmates to train dogs

Jordan Prochnow, News Reporter October 12, 2017

When Liz Ford enters the Iowa Medical & Classification Center, she places a large paper bag of dog treats, food, and toys on a conveyer belt, being sent through a scanner to rule out the possibility...

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta speaks after a press conferencing covering Iowa's bowl placement on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (The Daily Iowan/Joseph Cress)

Athletic Director Barta diagnosed with cancer, will take leave of absence

October 10, 2017

The University of Iowa Athletics Department announced Tuesday that athletic director Gary Barta will be taking an extended leave of absence. Barta will undergo surgery and treatment for prostate cancer. According...

UI students rally for Indigenous Peoples Day on the Pentacrest

UI students rally for Indigenous Peoples Day on the Pentacrest

Julia DiGiacomo, [email protected] October 10, 2017

Members of the Native American Student Association stood in solidarity for the rights of indigenous people during a rally Monday afternoon on the Pentacrest. In celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day,...

Iowa picks up first Big Ten win before crucial bye week

Iowa picks up first Big Ten win before crucial bye week

Pete Ruden, [email protected] October 8, 2017

Iowa finally found its offense again in its 45-16 Homecoming win over Illinois on Oct. 7 in Kinnick. While the first half was a lot closer than many would have thought — the Illini went into halftime...

Iowa defensive back Brandon Snyder crosses the goal line after returning an interception for an 89 yard touchdown during the Iowa/Illinois football game on Saturday, 7 Oct. 2017. Iowa won the game 45 to 16. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Snyder bounces back after ACL injury

Pete Ruden, [email protected] October 7, 2017

It’s been fewer than six months since Brandon Snyder tore his ACL in the spring, but for anyone watching him play on Oct. 7, that was not apparent. Snyder had an outstanding return to the gridiron,...

Defendants' attorney Richard Sapp (right) speaks during a hearing in the Polk County courthouse in Des Moines on Friday, Oct. 6, 2017. The plaintiff, former UI employee Gerhild Krapf, filed the civil suit in May 2016, alleging the regents violated Iowa Open Meetings Law by meeting privately with UI President Bruce Harreld in July 2015 prior to his hiring. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Trial date set for 2015 UI presidential search case against Iowa regents

Marissa Payne, [email protected] October 6, 2017

DES MOINES — A former University of Iowa employee’s civil suit filed against five current and former members of the state Board of Regents’ for their conduct in the 2015 UI presidential search...

University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld delivers his State of the University Address at the University Club on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017. Harreld spoke on issues pertaining to the rise in tuition rates for university students, state and national political conditions. He also discussed the culture of the UI, including the new Hawkeye Wave tradition. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Harreld tells Iowa City constituents UI needs resources to fund future

Marissa Payne, [email protected] October 5, 2017

Sometimes, University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld said, leadership means relentlessly relaying his vision of what needs to happen to set the institution on a path toward progress. “… We as leaders...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, right, speaks along side Iowa acting Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg during a Johnson County Republicans event in Coralville at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center on Thursday, July 6, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Hotel staff train against trafficking

October 5, 2017

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ new statewide initiative trains hotel and motel employees on how to stop human trafficking. By Molly Hunter [email protected] The Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking...