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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
Local band, Kangaroo Court, releases single ‘Something’s Gotta Give’ on April 8. The group showcases its psychedelic, indie music across the C-U area from house shows to The Canopy Club in addition to streaming services.

Kangaroo Court releases debut single ‘Something’s Gotta Give’

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • April 18, 2022
The Watson’s Shack & Rail sits on Wright Street in front of the Career Center building. The truck had its big grand opening at the Rose Bowl Tavern.

Watson’s Shack & Rail debuts new food truck at Rose Bowl Tavern

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • April 7, 2022
Zendayas character, Rue, is seen in Euphoria season two finale that aired on Sunday. The hit HBO Max show has gathered a large audience during season two and has left many on their seats after the final episode.

‘Euphoria’ finale shocks viewers, leave fans with more questions

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • March 2, 2022
One of the houses a part of the shows is located on West Elm Street in Urbana. House shows become more popular among musicians and students.

House shows create unique, intimate venue

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • February 16, 2022
The band, Taking Back Emo, performs at the Canopy Club for the MySpace Emo Prom on Thursday. The group played covers of many well known emo anthems such as Fall Out Boy and My Chemical Romance.

[Photo] Myspace Emo Prom brings punk-pop to The Canopy Club

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • February 15, 2022
The cover of Alix Pages newest album, Old News that came out on Jan. 28. Page will be performing live at Chicago on Feb 8.

Alix Page unveils new EP ‘Old News’

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • February 1, 2022
A page from Jaleah Pattons zine, Black Enough: Not too much and definitely not too little. Zines are an inexpensive outlet for underrepresented views and voices.

Zines provide low-cost avenue for Black voices

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • January 19, 2022
A photo of Thanksgiving rolls at Central Illinois Bakehouse is shown above. Central Illinois Bakehouse is one of the several Thanksgiving meal options in C-U this year.

CU offers cost-effective Thanksgiving meal options

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • November 25, 2021
The painting Edge of Time by Phil Strang is shown above. Strang is one of the vendors at this years fair.

Juried Art Fair returns for 38th annual event

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • November 12, 2021
Singer and songwriter Neal Francis performs at the Canopy Club on Nov. 6. Francis is currently on tour and recently released a new album, In Plain Sight.

Neal Francis debuts new album ‘In Plain Sight’ at The Canopy Club

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • November 10, 2021
Best of CU: Best doughnut

Best of CU: Best doughnut

By Isabelle Bertolini, Contributing Writer • November 3, 2021
Best of CU: Best book store

Best of CU: Best book store

By Isabelle Bertolini, Contributing Title • November 3, 2021
Best of CU: Best Drink

Best of CU: Best Drink

By Isabelle Bertolini, Contributing Writer • November 3, 2021
Two horses pull a wooden wagon at Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch on Oct 31, 2020. There are a multitude of great spots to take your father over Dads Weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Celebrate Dads Weekend with these CU spots

By Isabelle Bertolini, Contributing Writer • October 27, 2021
Lili Trifillio sings during a performance at Foellinger Auditorium on Oct. 7. Lili Trifillio is the primary singer/songwriter for the band Beach Bunny.

Beach Bunny brings indie-pop, new tunes to Foellinger

By Isabelle Bertolini, Contributing Writer • October 13, 2021
Open mic night at C-U Comedy lets people share what they have to say. C-U Comedy is bringing back its open mic nights at NOLAs Rock Bar and Pizzeria Antica.

CU comedy returns with weekly open mic nights

By Isabelle Bertolini, Contributing Writer • September 30, 2021
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