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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

The Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse sits at 100 Northeast St. in Peoria. The trial for Brendt Christensen, alleged kidnapper and murderer of Yingying Zhang, began here June 3 with the jury selection process. The defense and prosecutors made their closing statements Monday.

Jury for Brendt Christensen’s trial will be seated by Tuesday

By Samantha Boyle, News Editor Jun 10, 2019

Opening statements for Brendt Christensen’s trial will begin Wednesday. Christensen is the alleged kidnapper and killer of visiting scholar Yingying...

Ken Phan (left) and Qaung Diep (center) read a sign hanging from the ceiling. March 23, 2019.

Far East Grocery

By Alex Sardjev, Assistant Photo Editor Jun 8, 2019

 

Protesters of Chief Illiniwek gather outside the west entrance of State Farm Center before a basketball game on Feb. 22, 2019.

Commission report calls for formal retirement of Chief Illiniwek, suggests remembrance in moving forward

By Eunice Alpasan, Staff writer Jun 7, 2019

The Chancellor’s Commission on Native Imagery: Healing and Reconciliation released its report to provide suggestions on how the University can create...

The Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse sits at 100 Northeast St. in Peoria. The trial for Brendt Christensen, alleged kidnapper and murderer of Yingying Zhang, began here June 3 with the jury selection process. The defense and prosecutors made their closing statements Monday.

Court needs only 12 more jurors to qualify for Brendt Christensen’s trial

By Samantha Boyle, News Editor Jun 6, 2019

Fifteen potential jurors came into court for questioning Thursday morning and 16 were questioned that same afternoon for the trial of Brendt Christensen,...

The Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse sits at 100 Northeast St. in Peoria. The trial for Brendt Christensen, alleged kidnapper and murderer of Yingying Zhang, began here June 3 with the jury selection process. The defense and prosecutors made their closing statements Monday.

Opening statements in Brendt Christensen’s trial predicted to begin Wednesday

By Samantha Boyle, News Editor Jun 5, 2019

Day three of jury selection in Brendt Christensen’s trial included groups of 14 jurors in both the morning and afternoon sessions. Six of the potential...

Members of Brendt Christensen’s counsel exit the U.S. Courthouse in Peoria around 7 p.m. June 3. The courts began jury selection on June 3 for Christensen, who allegedly kidnapped and murdered visiting scholar, Yingying Zhang.

Christensen’s trial begins with first round of jury selection

By Samantha Boyle, News Editor Jun 3, 2019

The jury selection process for the case of Yingying Zhang's alleged kidnapper officially started on Monday. The formal charges against Brendt Christensen...

Children navigate through cone courses  in the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit Department Bike Rodeo. The event was part of the Spring Fling event hosted by CommUnity Matters on Monday.

Spring Fling presents critical resources to families in need

By Ethan Simmon, Staff writer May 16, 2019

Champaign organization CommUnity Matters hosted its “Spring Fling” event at Garden Hills Academy this Monday, bringing local resources to families...

Students walk in front of Espresso Royale, located at 1117 W. Oregon St. in Urbana. This location, along with Starbucks on Green Street, will close its doors in the next month.

Campus cafes set to close

By Samantha Boyle, News Editor May 11, 2019

The next couple of weeks will bring some changes to some popular campus cafes. The Espresso Royale at Daniel and Sixth streets will close on May 17 due...

Students studying at the main stacks of the main library on Tuesday

Library and campus group events helping during finals week

By Grace Maloney, Staff Writer May 2, 2019

The dark, looming cloud of finals is moving closer, and pretty soon, everyone will be in full grind mode. However, students should not feel alone if they...

Joe Petry, professor in LAS, formally announced his retirement from the University starting May 31. This motion follows misconduct accusations made earlier this semester, prompting his leave of absence.

Petry resigns among allegations of misconduct

By The Daily Illini Staff Report May 2, 2019

After an investigation on accusations having to do with his conduct, University professor Joe Petry announced Friday evening he will be retiring from his...

Lil Yachty comes down from the Spring Jam stage to say hello and sign things for fans.

Lil Yachty Performs at Spring Jam 2019

By Mark Capapas, Photo Editor Apr 29, 2019

The ticket office stands empty at the Krannert Center of Performing Arts on Sunday. KCPA refunded all tickets after the cancellation of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra show at the University due to the musician strike.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra cancels University show amid musician strike

By Meghana Kaza, Staff Writer Apr 29, 2019

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra canceled its show on April 16 at the University because of its musicians’ seven-week strike. The strike ended on Saturday,...