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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 Illinois Men's Baseball team gathers for the National Anthem on Apr.14.

[Photo] Illinois baseball hosts Eastern Illinois on opening day at Illinois Field

By Brendan Recka, Staff Writer • February 27, 2024
The Illini watch from the dugout on Apr. 14.

[Photo] Illinois baseball season gets underway, seeks growth from 2023

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • February 15, 2024
Sophomore Ryan Moerman dusts himself off after stealing second base against Indiana on April 14. Moerman smokes a walk-off homer for a 10-9 win.

[Photo] Illinois baseball sweeps Big Ten powerhouse Michigan State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 7, 2023
Utility Paige Berkmeyer gives a signal during a warmup throw on Mar. 29, during a game opposing Indiana State. Berkmeyer shares the impact playing for the Illini has brought to her up to her two year being a part of the team.

[Photo] Star student-athlete shines on the diamond

By Shawn Sloan, Contributing Writer • April 17, 2023
The team meets on the mound during a game against Indiana State on Wednesday. Illinois won both games of the double header, with scores of 3-1 and 6-0, respectively.

[Photo] Illini softball back on track after midweek sweep against Indiana State

By Ben Fader, Assistant Sports Editor • March 29, 2023
Junior guard Makira Cook passes to junior forward Kendall Bostic against Minnesota on Sunday. On Thursday, Illinois beat Nebraska for the first time in five years, in large part due to a strong performance from Cook, as well as sophomore guard Adalia McKenzie. The duo combined for a total of 41 points.

[Photo] Unbelievable 20-0 scoring run propels Illinois women’s basketball to first win against Nebraska in five years

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • February 9, 2023
Students shop around at the pop-up thrift shop held by Phi Delta Epsilon at the Siebel Center for Design on Thursday. The shop will also be open for thrifters on Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

[Photo] Phi Delta Epsilon holds pop-up thrift shop fundraiser for St. John’s Children’s Hospital

By Srikamal Munukutla, Staff Writer • February 2, 2023
Guard Terrence Shannon Jr. battles against Ohio State's defense on Tuesday. Shannon made 17 points during the Illini's match against Ohio State.

[Photo] Notes, player grades from Illinois’ nine-point victory over Ohio State

By James Kim, Carson Gourdie and Drew Friberg • January 24, 2023
Junior forward Coleman Hawkins defends against Ohio State on Tuesday. Hawkins had solid offense during the game, helping to secure a win for the Illini

[Photo] DI Sports podcast: Coleman Hawkins shines in 9-point win over Buckeyes

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • January 25, 2023
Junior forward Coleman Hawkins goes for a difficult layup against Ohio State on Tuesday. Hawkins played a strong game, starting the Illini off with a three-point shot and finishing the game with a slam dunk.

[Photo] Illini bounce Buckeyes out of Champaign in 69-60 win

By Drew Friberg, Sports Editor • January 24, 2023
John Quiñones, ABC news correspondent and “What Would You Do?” host, speaks at the Illini Union on Thursday.

[Photo] ‘What would you do?’ John Quiñones visits Illini Union

By Ashleigh Kendrick, Staff Writer • November 18, 2022
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[Photo] Best vegetarian food: Bread Company

By Kylie Corral, buzz Editor • November 6, 2022
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[Photo] Best Pizza: Papa Del’s Pizza Factory

By Alexis Ramirez, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
Rakesh Handa is the owner of the local Indian store, Annapoorna, located on Neil Street. Handa became the owner in 2005 after moving from New Delhi.

[Photo] The grocery store that is second to naan

By Fiza Dahra, Staff Writer • October 26, 2022
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