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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

The Daily Illini

Demonstrators converge at the intersection of Green and First streets to listen to speakers during the CCARC protest on Aug. 28. CCARC is one of the local organizations raising money for Ale’yah Lewis.

RSOs raise money for Ale’yah Lewis whose arrest sparked protests

By Mona Alrazzaq, Staff Writer Nov 12, 2020

University RSOs are raising money in order to provide a woman who was recorded being aggressively restrained by Champaign police in April with basic necessities...

Illinois running back Reggie Corbin (2) and lineman Doug Kramer (65) celebrate after scoring a touchdown against Akron on Aug. 31, 2019. Kramer is set to return to play for the Illini this Saturday.

Doug Kramer, James McCourt among Illini players set to return this weekend

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer Nov 10, 2020

After missing at least eight players over the last two games due to COVID-19 related issues, the Illini are expected to return at least six athletes that...

Former Vice President  Joe Biden speaks with attendees at the Presidential Gun Sense Forum at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa on Aug. 10, 2019. Biden has won the 2020 presidential race, making him the 46th president of the United States.

Biden wins presidency after days of vote counts

By Samantha Roberson, Ethan Simmons and Vivian La Nov 7, 2020

Former Vice President and Democratic nominee Joe Biden has earned enough electoral votes to make him the 46th president of the United States. After...

Freshman Anthony Curbelo poses for a promotional image.

Andre Curbelo, Adam Miller quickly get in sync through basketball, car rides

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer Nov 6, 2020

After a three-hour practice, Illinois freshman guards Andre Curbelo and Adam Miller need to cool off. The two will hop in Miller’s car and grab a bite...

A building worker closes the entrance to the University YMCA polling place at the conclusion of voting on Tuesday.

LIVE: Election watch 2020 — Biden gains edge in presidential race; Champaign gets 1,000 more mail-ins

By The Daily Illini Staff Report Nov 3, 2020

The Daily Illini will be providing live election updates as unofficial results roll in from Champaign County, statewide and nationwide, while organizations...

Students stand in line to vote at the Illini Union polling place on Tuesday.

Election week at the University: high stakes atmosphere can be felt across campus

By Matt Troher, Longform Assistant Editor Nov 3, 2020

Tuesday, Oct. 27: It’s a cold, overcast day in Champaign. It rained for a short while and the cold air still lingers, forcing students to turn on their...

Illinois defensive lineman Owen Carney Jr. celebrates a sack during the game against Purdue on Oct. 31. The Illini fell to the Boilermakers 31-24.

Carney, defensive line exceed expectations for Illini defense

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer Nov 3, 2020

In what has been a disappointing effort thus far into the 2020 season for the Illinois defense, one bright spot has emerged: the defensive line. Though...

Lawn signs line the grass of the Main Quad outside of the Illini Union voting site on Thursday. Many important state positions are up for grabs in the 2020 Illinois election.

Illinois Elections: What’s at Stake for State Legislature

By Matt Troher, Longform Assistant Editor Nov 2, 2020

With Election Day on the horizon, the presidential election between Donald Trump and Joe Biden is practically unavoidable. Wherever you turn, there’s...

Quarterback Brandon Peters faces pressure from the Wisconsin defense in the first game of the season Friday night. The Illini lost to the Badgers 45-7.

Brandon Peters, Griffin Moore test positive for COVID-19

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor Oct 31, 2020

The Illinois football team announced Saturday morning quarterback Brandon Peters and tight end Griffin Moore have tested positive for COVID-19. The announcement...

Student Jessica Wynveen deposits her completed COVID-19 test into a receptacle at the State Farm Center on Oct. 9. The city of Urbana has suspended all indoor food and beverage consumption per an emergency order.

COVID-19 test sites to change on Election Day

By Samantha Boyle, Managing Editor for Reporting Oct 29, 2020

The on-campus testing sites will change availability slightly on Election Day, Nov. 3, according to a recent COVID-19 testing update email. Although instruction...

UI changes admissions exams requirements

UI changes admissions exams requirements

By Jenni Kallenback, Contributing Writer Oct 27, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic shook life up for students all over the world. In June, the University announced it will not require freshman 2021 applicants to...

Illinois Offensive Coordinator Rod Smith poses for a promotional photo. Smith hopes to involve running backs Mike Epstein and Chase Brown more in coming games.

Illini to make offensive adjustments after loss

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer Oct 27, 2020

Friday night’s 38-point loss at Wisconsin was full of chaos for the Illini, and a veteran offense that expects high production was nearly invisible.  They...