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The week in news: Illinois loses Final Four game; United Airlines delays service from Willard Airport

By Macy Medendorp, Vanessa Turner and Avery Paterson • Apr 6, 2026

Thousands in CU rally against Trump administration at ‘No Kings 3’ protest

By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Alex Murphy and Patrick Herr • Apr 4, 2026

Bill introduced in Illinois House to study higher education funding

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Campus News

Students rush Green Street after Illinois’ win against Iowa in the Elite Eight to move the Illini to the Final Four.

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By Aline Rios, Contributing Writer • Apr 2, 2026

University Admin

New vice chancellor of advancement discusses role

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Life & Culture

Community members read a program over dinner reflecting on themes of liberation, resistance and the cross-cultural impact of Springtime rituals. U-C Jews for Ceasefire held a “Solidarity Seder” on April 3 at the Latzer Hall in the YMCA building.

U-C Jews for Ceasefire hold solidarity Seder

By Áedan-Knee Mueller and Sahaana Sathyaraj • Apr 5, 2026

Mu Sigma Lambda scores opportunities for aspiring sports professionals

By Jordan Fikis, Senior Arts & Entertainment Reporter • Apr 5, 2026

‘The Last Movie Critic’ traces Roger Ebert’s legacy; Ebertfest takes final bow

By Olivia Dvorak, Arts & Entertainment Editor • Apr 4, 2026

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Junior outfielder Delaney Mosley high fives the first base coach on March 13 at the team’s first home game of the season against Iowa. The Illini fell to the Hawkeyes 21-15.

Illini split rain-shortened series against Spartans

By Brendan Gallian, Senior Copy Editor • Apr 6, 2026

3 takeaways from Illinois’ series loss at Purdue

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By Makenna Norman, Columnist • Apr 2, 2026

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The week in news: Illinois loses Final Four game; United Airlines delays service from Willard Airport

By Macy Medendorp, Vanessa Turner and Avery Paterson • Apr 6, 2026

Thousands in CU rally against Trump administration at ‘No Kings 3’ protest
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Alex Murphy and Patrick Herr • Apr 4, 2026
Bill introduced in Illinois House to study higher education funding
By Vanessa Turner, Senior News Reporter • Apr 4, 2026
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By Jordan Fikis, Senior Arts & Entertainment Reporter • Apr 5, 2026

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Alma Mater dresses up, anticipates Final Four appearance

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Comedian Leslie Mitchell gestures enthusiastically during a stand-up comedy routine March 27. Individuals can attend Friday Funnies for free at the Illini Union every Friday starting at 7 p.m. in the Courtyard Café.

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Freshman forward David Mirković puts his arm around freshman guard Keaton Wagler as they walk off the floor after Illinois’ Final Four 71-62 loss to UConn.

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By Evy York, Sports Editor • Apr 5, 2026

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Illini fans take pictures at Alma Mater after Illinois lost its Final Four matchup against UConn on April 4.

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