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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

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

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University News
New vice chancellor of advancement discusses role
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer
UI researchers observe real-time plant breathing
By Amartya Nalluri, Senior Copy Editor
University Admin
New vice chancellor of advancement discusses role
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer
Understanding the I-Team: Documents outline responsibilities, limits
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News
Dylan Blaha, U.S. Army veteran and University alum, is running for U.S. Representative in Illinois' 13th congressional district against incumbent Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Ill. Blaha discussed his campaign in an interview with The Daily Illini.
UI alum, Army veteran Dylan Blaha seeks to unseat Rep. Nikki Budzinski
Mar 11, 2026
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
At the IDEA Lab in the Grainger Library basement, the Illini Magic Society is hosts a weekly meeting. Eric Fang, society member, is shuffling cards, demonstrating a classic force.
UI students reveal where the magic happens
Features
Unofficial offers a taste of UI party life
By Elizabeth Bichkoff and Juliana Damian • Mar 11, 2026
5 outfits to bring you luck this St. Patrick’s Day
5 outfits to bring you luck this St. Patrick’s Day
By Kelsey Hoevel, Staff Writer • Mar 10, 2026
Gallery | UI’s 2026 Unofficial celebration, in photos
By Sarah Slattery, Adam Edwards and Sidarth Subramanian • Mar 9, 2026
CU’s craft scene blooms with student-run businesses
By Sonali Khanna, Staff Writer • Mar 9, 2026
Letters of Love brightens hospital rooms with handmade cards
By Sarah Jacobson, Copy Editor • Mar 7, 2026
Opinions
An ALDI customer inserts a quarter into a cart on March 4.
Opinion | ALDI’s quarter system must go
By Alexander Fako, Senior Columnist • Mar 9, 2026
DI Voices | Enjoy the perks of missing out
By Zaynab Chida, Columnist
Opinion | Barn raves should be here to stay
By Alexander Fako, Senior Columnist
Opinion | Stop excusing cruelty in the name of patriotism
By Hajera Quadri, Contributing Columnist
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buzz Movies and TV
Review | ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ delivers humble, accessible fantasy tale
By Gibson Asselmeier, Staff Writer
Review | ‘Wuthering Heights’ falls short
By Sonali Khanna, Staff Writer
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Latest Men's Basketball
Freshman guard Keaton Wagler prepares to shoot a free throw during Illinois’ Jan. 21 win over Maryland at State Farm Center.
Keaton Wagler named Big Ten Freshman of the Year after breakout season
By Sahil Mittal, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 10, 2026
Sports
No. 8 Illinois takes 3rd at loaded Southern Highlands Collegiate
No. 8 Illinois takes 3rd at loaded Southern Highlands Collegiate
By Peter Jakubiak, Staff Writer • Mar 10, 2026
Bronze for Webster; 6th for Illinois at Big Ten Championships
By Blake Noble, Staff Writer • Mar 10, 2026
‘He can rip it’: Katin Houser quickly establishing himself with Illini
By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 10, 2026
Freshman phenom: Putty turning heads early in career
By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 10, 2026
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