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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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Undergraduate Research Symposium gives students presentation experience
By Dhara Mehta, Contributing Writer • April 28, 2025
Top Story
A student scrolls on Tinder, a massive platform for online dating.
Opinion | Dating apps turn courtship into attention economy
By Raphael Ranola, Columnist
Top Photo
Joshua Harris, head of media preservation, cranking the polyester copy film through device to better view the contents.
UI’s journey to preserve first sound on film
Fashion students push for sustainability through 3D workshop
By Lars Arlandson, Staff Writer • April 28, 2025
Runners compete in 2025's Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend on April 26. People have the option to compete in several different races, including the full and half marathon.
Illinois Race Weekend sprints into town, fosters community
By Elizabeth Bichkoff, Contributing Writer • April 26, 2025
A frame from Patrick McHale’s “Over the Garden Wall.”
Opinion | TV should scare our kids more
By Aaron Anastos, Senior Columnist • April 28, 2025
DI Social
Serbian point guard Mihailo Petrovic performs well in the Adriatic League.
Illinois lands 22-year-old Serbian guard Mihailo Petrović
By Sahil Mittal, Assistant Sports Editor • April 22, 2025
Illinois wide receiver Zakhari Franklin and teammates huddle during a game against Purdue, Oct. 12, 2024.
Zakhari Franklin signs with Las Vegas Raiders
By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • April 27, 2025