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The Daily Iowan

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

The Daily Iowan

West High's Connor McCaffery celebrates with teammates after a 4A substate semi final game at West High on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. The Trojans defeated Davenport West, 11-1, in 5 innings. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Double dose of McCaffery for Iowa

July 24, 2017

There will soon be a new McCaffery on campus. Fran McCaffery’s son Connor will prepare to start his Hawkeye career in both baseball and basketball this upcoming academic year. By Jordan Zuniga [email protected] Future...

Junior Sean Welsh, speaks on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 during a specially held news conference at Hansen Football Performance Center in relation to mental health on college campuses. The conference hosted Welsh, who has struggled with depression during his time at the UI. He discussed challenges he's overcome with the help of family and teammates. Also in attendance was Dr. Jess Fiedorowicz, Welsh's primary psychiatrist. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

For Welsh, depression the toughest block

July 20, 2017

Iowa offensive lineman Sean Welsh opens up about his recent struggles with depression and encourages others who struggle to seek help. By Jordan Zuniga [email protected] If people were to attempt...

Iowa City Councilor and former D.W. Daniel High School player Kingsley Botchway rebounds a ball during a Prime Time League game in the North Liberty Community Center on Sunday, June 25, 2017. Prime Time League is a summer basketball league for the past 31 summers in Iowa which is currently lead by director Randy Larson. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Shining on the court, on the council

July 20, 2017

City Councilor Kingsley Botchway takes to the hardwood during Prime Time and shows basketball isn’t just a kid’s game. By Joseph Cress [email protected] NORTH LIBERTY — Wearing a sweat-soaked...

In cherry condition

In cherry condition

July 20, 2017

Lucky’s promotes cherry season with its new monthly showcase, Cherry Fest. By Levi Wright [email protected] Lucky’s will change its usual lineup of food for something a little more sweet with...

Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett poses for a portrait on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. Corbett calls himself an underdog in the 2018 Iowa Republican primary for governor. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Corbett embraces underdog role

July 19, 2017

Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett takes on incumbent Gov. Kim Reynolds in the 2018 GOP gubernatorial primary campaign. By Molly Hunter [email protected] A year out from the 2018 gubernatorial election,...

The Hilton Garden Inn on Clinton Street is seen on Tuesday. The 12th floor of the hotel will feature a rooftop restaurant/bar accessible to both Hilton rewards members as well as guests and community members. The hotel expects to open to the public in October 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

A room with a Vue for Iowa City

July 19, 2017

The Iowa City Downtown District expands skyward with the Vue, a new rooftop bar and restaurant. By Jim Geerdes [email protected] The Iowa City skyline is slowly filling with new buildings, and...

Iowa infielder Kyle Crowl makes contact with the pitch during the game between Omaha-Iowa at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, May 16, 2017. The Hawkeyes pull off another comeback win with three runs in the 8th inning and two runs in the 9th inning for the 9-8 victory. (The Daily Iowan/ Alex Kroeze)

Future is now for Crowl

July 19, 2017

Hawkeye Kyle Crowl is doing everything he can this summer to turn last year’s success into a tradition. By Jordan Zuniga [email protected] For Hawkeye baseball fans and rising sophomore Kyle...

In this aerial photo, recreational bike paths and structures can be seen at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area. (contributed)

Iowa City pedals ahead with bike plan

July 19, 2017

The Iowa City Master Bike Plan aims to connect the city for cyclists new and old. By Denise Cheeseman [email protected] Biking around Iowa City is about to be a lot more accessible. The Iowa...

Iowa’s Nicholas Baer and brother Michael watch the action during a Prime Time game in the North Liberty Community Center on July 9. After graduating from Bettendorf, Nicholas rolled the dice in his freshman walk-on season. Michael opts to join his brother on the team as a manager, supporting the team from the sidelines rather than on the hardwood. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Brothers bear down on the hardwood

July 18, 2017

This summer, there is some brotherly love combined with some friendly competition as brothers Nicholas and Michael Baer take the floor against each other during Prime Time action. By Jordan Zuniga [email protected] There...

Iowa City Mayor Jim Throgmorton holds up a map charting police responses to firework calls during a joint entity meeting in the county Health and Human Services Building on Monday. Throgmorton said the city had spent more than 100 hours responding to 453 fireworks calls as of July 8. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Fireworks law sets off some fireworks

July 18, 2017

By Marissa Payne and Morgan Louvar [email protected] Although Iowans have put away their red, white, and blue after celebrating the Fourth of July, the firework-safety debate remains an explosive...

Two Johnson County residents stand at the Voter Registration desk inside the Johnson County Administration Building during the Community ID Two Year Anniversary Party on Monday, July 17, 2017. A Community ID is a government issued identification card that can be obtained through Johnson County. The card enables members of the diverse community throughout the county to participate in events that require official identification. Currently there have been roughly 1,100 issued to the Johnson County community. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

County celebrates ID’s anniversary

July 17, 2017

Johnson County community members and officials note the importance of the community ID program. By Hannah Soyer [email protected] Cotton candy and face painting were part of Monday afternoon festivities...

FILE - Iowa defensive linebacker Josey Jewell stares down Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley during the Iowa-Penn State game in Beaver Stadium in College State on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016. Jewell has been put on two more preseason watch lists: the Butkus Award Watch List, presented by the Butkus Foundation, as well as the Wuerffel Trophy Watch List, presented by the All Sport Association. (Margaret Kispert/The Daily Iowan, file)

Jewell named to 2 more watch lists

July 17, 2017

As the football season nears, more Hawkeyes are finding their names on some of college football’s most prestigious award watch lists. Senior linebacker Josey Jewell was added to two more watch lists...