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

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Elliot: Can’t trump the Trumpster

BEAU ELLIOT July 14, 2015

In a universe that somehow includes an Iowa couple flying Confederate flags and a debate still raging about whether Pluto is a planet, it should come as no surprise that Donald Trump is a serious candidate...

Sanchez: Conservatives to end discrimination by creating more

SADIE SANCHEZ July 14, 2015

Following the June 26 Supreme Court ruling, legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide, anti-LGBT+ conservatives have been scrambling for a new way to discriminate against queer people. And it seems they...

Lane: Snapchat’s Tel Aviv controversy

JOE LANE July 14, 2015

Between my junior and senior years of high school, I visited Israel on a youth group trip. I remember my concern before I left about the safety of Israel — after all, it’s in the news nearly every...

Editorial: The Pope’s deconstruction of capitalism

DI EDITORIAL BOARD July 14, 2015

Pope Francis concluded his eight-day tour of South America on Sunday, where the spiritual leader took the time to meet with those from every social station to address larger issues in the faith and the...

Who is the team to beat at the All-Star break?

DI STAFF July 14, 2015

Pittsburgh Pirates Here come the Pirates. Baseball’s top two teams hail from the same division — the NL Central. And if recent matchups are any indication, Pittsburgh is coming for the St. Louis...

Hawks in the NFL: front and center

CHARLIE GREEN July 14, 2015

If Iowa football does one thing well, it’s preparing college offensive lineman for the NFL trenches. Two of three Hawkeyes selected in this year’s draft are lineman. And in the Kirk Ferentz...

Schaake emulates Spieth after Classic

CHARLIE GREEN July 14, 2015

Soon-to-be Hawkeye junior Carson Schaake has accomplished a lot in his two years as an Iowa golfer. Now, he can add competing in a professional event to that list. “Overall, I’m not 100 percent...

Garden project gets grant

ALISON CASSITY July 14, 2015

Two empty acres of land in Johnson County will soon be home to a lush garden that will feed the homeless and in-need populations. On June 10, local food insecurity program Grow: Johnson County, officially...

Conroy enters City Council race

DI STAFF July 14, 2015

Tim Conroy, a real-estate agent for Blank & McCune, announced his candidacy for an Iowa City City Council at-large seat on Monday. Conroy, 28, came to Iowa City when his father became the director...

Walker announces presidential bid

DI STAFF July 14, 2015

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker formally entered the race for the GOP presidential nomination Monday. He is the 15th Republican hopeful to formally declare his intentions. Walker, the governor of Wisconsin,...

Program features Gable, Brands

RAPHAEL GELFAND July 14, 2015

Wrestling legends Dan Gable and Tom Brands teamed up Monday night to discuss the challenges, hardships, and successes it takes to become a world champion. The talk was part of the Iowa City Public Libraries...

UIHC creates Spanish website

ANDREW POTOCKI July 14, 2015

Seeing a doctor from the comfort of your own home no longer has as many language barriers now; the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics has launched the first-ever Spanish speaking virtual clinic, UIeSalud. “We...

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