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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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University News
Thousands in CU rally against Trump administration at ‘No Kings 3’ protest
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Alex Murphy and Patrick Herr
‘Are you guys scared to laugh?’: Alex Stein speaks at TPUSA event
By Kayla Hutton and Macy Medendorp
University Admin
New vice chancellor of advancement discusses role
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer
Understanding the I-Team: Documents outline responsibilities, limits
By Patrick Herr and Alex Murphy
News
A protester flying a “Dump Trump” LGBTQ+ flag finished his march during the third No Kings protest outside of Champaign County Courthouse on March 28.
Thousands in CU rally against Trump administration at ‘No Kings 3’ protest
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Alex Murphy and Patrick Herr • Apr 4, 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
Ebertfest: The Last Dance returns as ‘proper farewell’ to CU community
By Jude Panlilio, Staff Writer • Apr 7, 2026
AKA Improv keeps comedy lighthearted, open to everyone
By Sarah Jacobson, Copy Editor • Apr 6, 2026
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
Opinions
Opinion | Do whales know what ‘sorry’ means?
By Raphael Ranola, Senior Columnist • Apr 7, 2026
KAMS, Red Lion, Joe’s charge $100 admission for Final Four matchup
By Joe Hissem, Columnist
Opinion | Queer media is thriving only when it’s about gay men
By Makenna Norman, Columnist
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Latest Men's Basketball
Graduate student forward Ben Humrichous acknowledges the Illini student section at Lucas Oil Stadium as he walks off the court for the final time in his college career. Illinois fell to UConn in the Final Four on April 4 in front of a packed football stadium, mostly full of its own fans.
‘Praise God for the gift that this was’: Ben Humrichous leans on faith as college career ends with Final Four exit
By Sahil Mittal, Staff Writer • Apr 5, 2026
Sports
Junior Brenden Vanderpool celebrates after clearing the crossbar in the men’s pole vault event at the Illini Last Chance indoor track and field meet held at the Armory on Friday, Feb. 20.
Heating up: Illinois kicks off outdoor season with 7 record-breaking performances
By Aline Rios, Staff Writer • Apr 5, 2026
No. 3 Illinois’ historic season ends, falls to No. 2 UConn in Final Four
By Evy York, Sports Editor • Apr 5, 2026
‘Illini ‘til I die’: Students gather at Alma Mater despite Final Four loss
By Brendan Gallian and Aline Rios • Apr 4, 2026
Then and now: Illinois back where it belongs
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