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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
James Hoeck

James Hoeck, Photo Editor

Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’s Illio Yearbook. There is a good chance you will see me out and about on campus taking photos for my personal work or for The DI and/or Illio! If you want to check out more of my work, visit my socials linked below.

Marks form the "UIUC Liberation Zone" encampment are left on the lawn of The Main Quad in front of Foellinger Auditorium on Friday morning.

[Photo] Encampment ends after 13 days, SJP releases statement

By Lika Lezhava, Staff Writer • May 10, 2024
Protesters disassemble their tents on the Main Quad early Friday morning.

[Photo] Live coverage: Day 13 sees removal of tents en masse

By The Daily Illini News Staff • May 10, 2024
Protestors applaud during a rally held in front of Foellinger Auditorium on the Main Quad during Monday afternoon.

[Photo] SJP issues statement outlining closed meeting with chancellor

By Lisa Chasanov, Staff Writer • May 6, 2024
The Jewish community wearing Israel flags during the gathering where Illinois state representatives gave speeches.

[Photo] Live Coverage: State representative statements surround day 9 of encampment

By The Daily Illini News Staff • May 6, 2024
State representatives visit the encampment on Friday.

[Photo] Live coverage: Encampment keeps on to sixth day

By The Daily Illini News Staff • May 3, 2024
Protesters rest in tents stationed in front of Foellinger Auditorium early Thursday morning.

[Photo] Live coverage: Encampment continues to day 5 on Main Quad

By The Daily Illini News Staff • May 2, 2024
Protesters celebrate police officers withdrawing from the barricade. On Friday morning protestors set up an encampment for Palestine which was shut down by University police and University Facilities & Services, leading to one arrest. Protestors reconvened at Alma in the afternoon setting up an encampment which lasted late into the night on Friday.

Gallery | Day 1 Recap: Palestine encampment rekindles after hiatus

By James Hoeck, Athena Ly, Isaac Pinkus, Anika Khandavalli, Anh-Khoi Pham, Alyssa Shih and Lucas Sun • April 27, 2024
Concert attendees pull out their phones as a Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s set begins at the State Fam Center on Sept. 9. NLE Choppa’s Spring Jam set will be moved to the State Farm Center.

[Photo] UPDATE: Spring Jam moved indoors to State Farm Center

By Maaike Niekerk, Arts & Entertainment Editor • April 25, 2024
The Illini compete in the Spring Collegiate during a cold windy day, April 2023.

[Photo] No. 18 Illinois men’s golf clinches title at Fighting Illini Spring Collegiate

By Jordan Goodhart, Staff Writer • April 21, 2024
(Front) Sophomore wide receiver Malik Elzy scores the first touchdown during the first quarter of the Spring Game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, with sophomore defensive back Ben Clawson closely behind.

[Photo] Illinois’ offense shines bright in Spring Game

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • April 20, 2024
Freshman forward Amani Hansberry during the second half of a basketball game against Iowa at the State Farm Center on Feb. 24.

[Photo] Review | Jay Leno falls flat at State Farm Center, outshined by opener

By Jack Larson, Audience Director • April 16, 2024
The Hub Champaign announced that a resident died on building property on Sunday morning.

[Photo] UPDATED: Hub Champaign Daniel resident ‘unexpectedly’ dies on property

By Mary Piacente, News Editor • April 14, 2024
Paralympic Athlete Adam Bleakney shares his experiences during a Q&A session at SDRP on April 10.

[Photo] DRES celebrates 75 years at UI

By Erin Morrison, Staff Writer • April 11, 2024
The corona of the solar eclipse radiates light during full totality. On Monday, students flooded campus, ditched classes and took a trip to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event in Illinois.

Gallery | Let’s watch the eclipse

By James Hoeck, Isaac Pinkus, Yichen Liu, Bianca Olson, Anh-Khoi Pham, Angel Saldivar and Candice Zhou • April 9, 2024
Redshirt junior forward/center Dain Dainja leaps in front of the hoop for a layup during the second half against Iowa at the State Farm Center on Feb. 24.

[Photo] Illinois big man Dain Dainja enters transfer portal

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • April 1, 2024
Chancellor waves to the graduating class of 2023 during graduation commencement on May 13, held at Memorial Stadium, as he makes his exit.

[Photo] Chancellor Jones steps down, American rapper Kodak Black announced interim replacement

By Lisa Chasanov, Executive Hoodwinks Director • April 1, 2024
#3 Guard Marcus Domask during the first half Illinois exhibition match against Ottawa on Oct. 20.

[Photo] No. 3 Illinois exits NCAA tournament following Elite 8 loss to No. 1 UConn

By James Kim, Sports Editor • March 30, 2024
#0 Fifth-year senior guard Terrence Shannon Jr. plays against Nebraska at the State Farm Center on Feb. 4.

[Photo] The dance continues: No. 3 Illinois men’s basketball advances to Elite 8

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • March 28, 2024
Matt Stines inks Josh Green on the night of March 2 at No Regrets located at 117 W. Church St.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Tattoo Shop: No Regrets Tattoos & Body Piercing

By Jenny Lin, Staff Writer • March 28, 2024
Customers of look at piercing options at No Regrets in downtown Champaign on March 2.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Piercing Spot: No Regrets Tattoos & Body Piercing

By Magdalena Neff, Staff writer • March 28, 2024
Ian "Lazer" Nutting prepares a delicious meal at the downtown Champaign diner, The Space on March 2.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best New Business: The Space

By James Kim, Sports Editor • March 28, 2024
The Space diner in downtown Champaign serves hungry customers during the evening of March 2.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Customer Service: The Space

By Ashleigh Kendrick, Assistant Features Editor • March 28, 2024
Family and friends chatting inside the lobby of the I-Hotel during the afternoon of March 23.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Hotel to Book for Moms Weekend: I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center

By Andy Cho, Staff Writer • March 28, 2024
Students from the Champaign-Urbana community celebrate the 2024 Unofficial St. Patricks Day at KAMS, which was decorated like an Irish pub, on March 2.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Bar for Your Mom: KAMS

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • March 28, 2024
Members of the crowd dance to music from Peng at the Canopy Club on Feb. 29 to earn a spot in the Solshine Reveire Festival.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Venue: The Canopy Club

By Mallory Miller, Staff Writer • March 28, 2024
A line for KAMS grows during Unofficial weekend on March 2. KAMS is a popular bar among Univeristy students and is busy most nights of the week.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best On-Campus Bar: KAMS

By Ben Fader, On-Air Editor • March 28, 2024
A single scoop of lemon ice cream in a waffle cone from Jarling’s Custard Cup rests on a table on a sunny spring afternoon on March 23.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Ice Cream: Jarling’s Custard Cup

By Ethan Oskroba, Staff Writer • March 28, 2024
A Jarling’s Custard Cup worker hands a strawberry milkshake to customers in the afternoon on March 23. The shop is located at 309 W. Kirby Ave.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Milkshake: Jarling’s Custard Cup

By Maaike Niekerk, buzz Editor • March 28, 2024
Ian Nutting presents a dish of burger and fries at The Space in downtown Champaign on the evening of March 2. The Space placed first in four Best of CU 2024 categories.

[Photo] Best of CU | Most Unique Restaurant: The Space

By Maaike Niekerk, buzz Editor • March 28, 2024
Fans at the State Farm Center cheer as the Illinois basketball team makes their introductions before facing Marquette on Nov. 14.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Sports Venue: State Farm Center

By James Kim, Sports Editor • March 28, 2024
Head coach Brad Underwood embraces fifth year guard Terrence Shannon Jr. during senior night at the State Farm Center on March 5. Shannon has been found not guilty of sexual assault charges by a Kansas jury.

[Photo] Hot night from Shannon, Domask raises No. 2 Illinois to Big Ten tournament championship

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • March 17, 2024
Redshirt junior forward/center Dain Dainja goes for a lay up during the second half of a game against Iowa at the State Farm Center on Feb. 24.

[Photo] Notes, player grades from No. 12 Illinois’ regular season finale win over Iowa

By James Kim and Conor Blount • March 12, 2024
Sitrus Sol performs their set during the battle of the bands at Canopy Club on Thursday night.

[Photo] Local artists compete at The Canopy Club for spot in Solshine Reverie

By Mallory Miller, Staff Writer • March 3, 2024
Friends dance together during the battle of the bands concert held at Canopy Club on Thursday night.

[Photo] Local shows to catch this March

By Maaike Niekerk, buzz Editor • March 1, 2024
Food safety warning posted on a pillar outside of the Espresso Royale located within the Grainger Engineering Library on Monday afternoon.

[Photo] Repeated health violations found at Espresso Royale at Grainger Engineering Library

By Lika Lezhava, Editor-in-Chief • March 4, 2024
Fifth year guard Terrence Shannon Jr. leaps in the air to attempt a layup against Minnesota on Wednesday. The Illini defeated the Golden Gophers by eight points at the State Farm Center.

[Photo] No. 13 Illinois men’s basketball outshines Minnesota 105-97 in fiery Champaign clash

By James Kim, Sports Editor • February 28, 2024
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Gallery | Sudden rise in February temperature brings activity to the Main Quad

By James Hoeck, Jordan Montgomery and Alyssa Shih • February 27, 2024
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