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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
Diana Hanson, Glassygrandma, uses a blow torch to melt glass to create a small bee.

[Photo] ‘Glassygrandma’ starts small business creating glass artwork after retirement

By Maidely Davila, Staff Writer • April 11, 2024
A BBQ Chicken Bacon sandwich with onion rings from Farrens Pub and Eatery.

[Photo] Review | Farren’s Pub & Eatery is a must-try burger spot

By Gabriel Kedziora, Contributing Writer • April 5, 2024
A cheese omelet with a side of toast and hash browns from The Courier Café on Feb. 29.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Place to Take Your Mom to Brunch: The Courier Café

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 28, 2024
Breakfast courses from The Courier Café in downtown Urbana is prepared to be served on Feb. 29.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Family Restaurant: The Courier Café

By Mary Piacente, Staff Writer • March 28, 2024
Hamilton Walker’s grilled Atlantic salmon with sweet corn.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Fine Dining: Hamilton Walker’s

By Lauren Castaldo, Staff writer • March 28, 2024
Kimberly and MaryMaryCosplay cosplay as Rosie and Charlie from “Hazbin Hotel” during UI-Con on Saturday.

[Photo] UI-Con unites anime enthusiasts at UI

By Maidely Davila, Staff Writer • March 4, 2024
The Magic of Motowns impersonators of Martha and the Vandellas perform at the Virginia Theatre on Friday night.

[Photo] ‘The Magic of Motown’ celebrates classic hits at Virginia Theatre

By Annisyn Krebs-Carr, Staff Writer • February 13, 2024
Anthem Bar in Champaign on Neil Street is peacefully illuminated from the light outside during a cold day on Sunday.

[Photo] Anthem creates space for queer CU nightlife

By Sam Gregerman, Contributing writer • January 18, 2024
On Jan. 25, Facilities & Services worked to remove snow accumulation from the winter storm that morning. Early in the day, there was heavy snowfall and conditions were slippery.

Gallery | DI Photo year in review: Favorite captured moments, photos of 2023

By Jacob Slabosz, James Hoeck, Jack Larson, Angel Saldivar, Candice Zhou, Elena Baker, Jacoby Banks-Hull, Eric Chiang, Anika Khandavalli, Sofi Klein, Olivia McAfoos, Anh Khoi-Pham, Isaac Pinkus, Emma Pyatt, Damini Rana, Anne Schmidt, Alyssa Shih, Matt Stepp, Lucas Sun and Daniel Zhou • December 31, 2023
Om Badiyani presenting during the TEDxUIUC event at Illini Union on Tuesday.

[Photo] TEDxUIUC platforms student voices at Crossroads salon

By Michael Bales and Sonpari Singh • December 7, 2023
The runway ended with the models striking a pose in front of Alma Mater.

Gallery | TFN brings fashion display to Green Street in promotion for CFE

By Jacoby Banks-Hull, Stephanie Orellana and Emma Pyatt • November 17, 2023
The runway ended with the models striking a pose in front of Alma Mater.

[Photo] TFN+CFE_PopUp_11.15.23

November 17, 2023
Dogs Salsa and Conrad dress up as Wednesday and Pugsley Addams with their owners during the Halloween Puppy Parade on Saturday. They were chosen by the judges and won the first place.

[Photo] CU dogs flaunt spook-tacular costumes at fourth annual Halloween Puppy Parade

By Sam Gregerman, Contributing writer • October 30, 2023
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