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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

Green Street in Champaign, IL winds down at sunset on April 14.

CU community cleans up looting aftermath, prepares for more protests

By Heather Robinson, Assistant Daytime News Editor Jun 1, 2020

On Sunday evening, Champaign, Urbana and Savoy issued a curfew in effect until 6 a.m. due to “civil disturbances” following the protests over the death...

Junior Catcher Bella Loya waits for the pitch during the match against Baylor on Feb. 21.

Illini softball stays together while social distancing

By Claire O’Brien, Staff Writer May 26, 2020

The last time an Illinois team competed in a sporting event this school year was on March 12: the Illinois softball team’s win at Missouri. The team...

Junior Bobby Roundtree attends the final home football game of the season against Northwestern on Nov. 30, 2019.

Roundtree finds purpose, is determined to walk again

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor May 23, 2020

Under blue skies and immense pressure, junior kicker James McCourt lines up for a 39-yard field goal down by two. A successful attempt results in a program-saving...

Illinois wide reveiver Josh Imatorbhebhe and teammates celebrate a touchdown during the game against Wisconsin.  The Illini won 24-23.

Whitman, Illinois plan for return of men’s basketball, football student-athletes June 3

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor May 22, 2020

For the first time in months, Josh Whitman was able to give his staff, his student-athletes and Illinois fans positive information when it comes to the...

The main quad remains relatively barren at 1:48 p.m. on April 3 as many students have left campus due to the coronavirus.

Students prioritize safety for upcoming fall semester

By Meghan Lyons, Special Sections Editor May 22, 2020

After finishing the remainder of the semester online, many students still question whether or not they will be able to return for the fall semester. California...

Rajeev Ram smiles after winning the Australian Open’s men’s doubles competition on Feb. 2. Ram won the mixed doubles competition in the same tournament in 2019.

Team of the century: 2003 Illini men’s tennis go undefeated, win NCAA singles, doubles, team titles

By Luca Ripani, Staff Writer May 21, 2020

When assessing the past twenty years of Illinois men’s tennis, the clear standout is the 2003 season. The team’s perfect 32-0 record not only led them...

Freshman Mia Takekawa completes her routine at the Big Five Meet in Toledo, Ohio on Feb. 21.

Four Illini women’s gymnasts earn All-Big Ten honors

By Nithin Reddy, Staff Writer May 20, 2020

Despite an early end to the season, the All-Big Ten gymnastics teams were released, and four Illini were honored. Freshman Mia Takekawa received First...

Illinois football committ Trevor Moffitt poses for a promotional photo.

2021 commit Trevor Moffitt brings speed, athleticism to Illini

By Alec Busse, Assistant Video Editor May 19, 2020

On Thursday, Illinois received a verbal commitment from three-star Bushnell, Florida, linebacker Trevor Moffitt. Moffitt is 6 feet 2 inches tall and...

Bulls guard Michael Jordan steals the ball from Jazz forward Karl Malone during Game 6 of the NBA Finals at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, June 14, 1998. Jordan took the ball and drove to the basket to hit the game-winning shot.

Sports staff reacts to ‘The Last Dance’ final episodes

By Daily Illini Sports Staff, Sports Staff May 18, 2020

Well, here we are. We've reached the end of the best thing to happen in sports for months. The final two episodes of “The Last Dance” aired Sunday...

A person holds a graduation cap in the air at Memorial Stadium.

Virtual commencement celebrates 2020 graduates

By Amrita Bhattacharyya May 16, 2020

The University’s online commencement ceremony celebrated this year’s 149th graduating class on Saturday.  Family and graduates tuned in to watch...

University Board of Trustees to vote on new intimate relations policy

University Board of Trustees to vote on new intimate relations policy

By Michael Caruso, Staff Writer May 14, 2020

The University of Illinois Board of Trustees will vote on an expanded intimate relations policy on May 21. The proposal follows recommendations to prohibit...