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Iowa band member taken off life support after collapsing at game

A University of Iowa band member has been taken off of life support after collapsing Saturday in the heat during the season-opening football game against Northern Illinois.

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Published by CurrentWire Sep 8, 2026 at 3:55 PM ET · First coverage Sep 8, 2026 at 5:38 PM ET

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