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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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University News
JSM Living transitions to virtual lease signing after failed method
By Reyanna Paul, Senior News Reporter
University Housing, RAs speak on UI dorm shortage
By Jessie Wang, Senior News Reporter
University Admin
Chancellor Jones addresses Election Day, voter registration in Massmail
By Reyanna Paul, Senior News Reporter
UI System approves $8.3 billion operating budget for 2025
By Jessie Wang, Senior News Reporter
News
On the night of Oct. 16, 2023, into the early morning of Oct. 17, 2023, hundreds of students line up outside of JSM Living on the corner of East Green and South Wright streets in hopes of signing a lease at one of over 40 rental properties offered by the company. The office would not open until 9 a.m. on Oct. 17, 2023.
JSM Living transitions to virtual lease signing after failed method
By Reyanna Paul, Senior News Reporter • October 13, 2024
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UI political RSOs react to Trump, Harris debate
UI political RSOs react to Trump, Harris debate
By Mary Piacente and Jessie Wang
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Staff writer Qaasim Jatoi writes on hazing within Greek life at the University.
Hazing through history: A persistent tradition at Illinois
Features
Domestic Violence Awareness Month spotlights ongoing issue
By Mackenzie Wranovis, Staff Writer • October 15, 2024
Urbana’s Green Ball promotes sustainability through fashion
By Jahzara Norris, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
Student DJ Seeking Polaris takes over CU music scene
By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter • October 11, 2024
Study finds quality nutrition builds bee resilience
By Stephanie Orellana, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024
Annual Fall Fusion Festival celebrates Urbana art community
By Jahzara Norris, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024
Opinions
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Opinion | Why don’t we care about each other?
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By Jasmine Nichols, Columnist
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By George Alexandrakis, Columnist
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By Ayushi Chakravarty, Columnist
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Latest Men's Basketball
Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams drives to the basket guarded by Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen in the first half of their preseason game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
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By Jonathan Mathew, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024
Sports
Despite winless weekend, Illinois penalty kill thrives
By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
Champaign celebrates Memorial Stadium’s 100th anniversary
By Tess Eken and Laura Mendes • October 14, 2024
Illinois volleyball mid-season update
By Eric Brewer, Staff Writer • October 13, 2024
Unable to get a foot on the game, Illinois soccer falls to UCLA
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