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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

Lovie Smith answering questions at the individual podiums at the Hilton on Michigan Ave at Big Ten Media Days on Thursday/

Big Ten postpones Fall 2020 sports season

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor Aug 11, 2020

New reports via Twitter have now come out stating the Big Ten has decided to postpone the 2020 Fall college football season due to growing COVID-19 concerns....

Illini begin training camp with promising offense despite season uncertainties

Illini begin training camp with promising offense despite season uncertainties

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer Aug 9, 2020

With an offense expected to shine with 10 conference games to play, Illinois has a lot to look forward to this upcoming football season. Despite numerous...

The dearillini Instagram account features testimonials from Illinois students about discrimination they've experienced.

Students speak out, share experiences of social injustice on campus

By Heather Robinson, Assistant Daytime News Editor Aug 7, 2020

In the past month, students have taken to social media to amplify their voices in the midst of the Black Lives Matter movement which is now believed to...

Head Coach Lovie Smith smiles at Memorial Stadium during football spring training on Apr. 13, 2019.

Big Ten releases revised 2020 football schedule

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor Aug 5, 2020

The Big Ten announced the revised 2020 football schedule Wednesday morning via a press release. The 10-game conference-only slate will begin on Sept. 3...

Illinois football helmets line up at the end zone at Memorial Stadium during football spring training on April 13, 2019.

Illinois athletics releases COVID-19 summer testing results

By Claire O’Brien, Staff Writer Aug 3, 2020

Illinois athletics released COVID-19 testing results for the summer Monday through a press release. Illinois was one of the last schools in the Big Ten...

Sophomore Ayo Dosunmu stands on Lou Henson Court during Illinois' game against Purdue at the State Farm Center on Sunday. Illinois beat Purdue 63-37. Photo by Jonathan Bonaguro.

Ayo Dosunmu announces return for third season with Illini

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor Jul 31, 2020

Year 3. The phrase every Illini basketball fan has dreamed of since the 2019 college basketball season was cut short. Ayo Dosunmu, who declared for the...

Former Illinois basketball head coach Lou Henson signs autographs for fans before the game against Penn State at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Sept. 21, 2018. The Illini lost 63-24.

Remembering Lou Henson: Former Illini, friends honor late Illinois legend

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor Jul 31, 2020

Lou Henson is not only a legend in the Illinois and New Mexico State basketball communities but in all of college basketball. Henson, who passed away Saturday...

Junior Kevin Duchene winds up for a pitch during competition in the 2015 season.

Starting pitchers exceptional for Illini in recent years

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer Jul 29, 2020

Looking at the Illinois baseball team’s success over the years, quality starting pitching is a consistent factor in each winning season. Head coach Dan...

Former Illinois head coach Lou Henson is recognized at halftime in the game against Penn State at State Farm Center on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019.

Illini coaching legend Lou Henson passes away

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor Jul 29, 2020

College Basketball Hall of Fame member and Illini coaching legend Lou Henson has passed away at the age of 88 this past Saturday, Loren Tate from The News-Gazette...

Chicago Cubs center fielder Ian Happ wears a mask in the dugout on July 20, 2020 during an exhibition game at Guaranteed Rate Park.

Opening day has finally arrived

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer Jul 24, 2020

Better late than never, right? After a four-month hiatus thanks to the coronavirus, the first MLB regular season games were played last night. With only...

Coach Mike Latulip encourages his team, House of Paign, during their match against Carmen’s Crew in The Basketball Tournament on July 8.

House of ‘Paign group reflects on first The Basketball Tournament experience

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer Jul 23, 2020

The House of 'Paign entered its Super 16 matchup with No. 1 seed Carmen’s Crew as a heavy underdog. After all, the Illinois alumni team was in its inaugural...

Illinois students study and lounge on the tables outside of the Illini Union on April 3.

University creates campus safety pledge

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Staff Writer Jul 22, 2020

The University has created a voluntary pledge to encourage students to personally commit in keeping the campus safe.  The Illinois Community Pledge...