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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
Junior Taylor Kuper bumps the ball during the game against Michigan on Nov. 1, 2019.

[Photo] Illini defensive specialists prepare for expanded role

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 19, 2021
A student runs around the indoor track at the ARC on Feb. 29. Columnist Chiara discusses the negatives of wearing a mask while working out.

[Photo] Opinion | Mask requirement hinders athletic achievement

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • October 27, 2020
Students step onto a MTD bus at the Illinois terminal on Oct. 20, 2019.

[Photo] Build your connections, friendships on campus

By Shana Olivero, Video Editor • July 31, 2020
The exterior of McKinley Health Center located on 1109 S Lincoln Ave on Feb. 8, 2020.

[Photo] McKinley no longer providing free Plan B for students

By Aliza Majid, Staff Writer • July 8, 2020
The interior of local business Beads N Botanicals on Nov. 28, 2019. Small businesses like Beads N Botanicals could benefit from federal loans admist the Coronavirus outbreak if Governor JB Prtizker's policy passes.

[Photo] Small businesses could loan up to $2 million in “disaster assistance” if policy passes

By Samantha Boyle, Managing Editor for Reporting • March 17, 2020
Senior Karen Howell does her beam routine against Central Michigan on Senior Day at Huff Hall on March 1. Howell scored a 9.650 on the beam and the Illini won the meet with a score of 196.225-195.500.

[Photo] Illinois hot streak, careers ended

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • March 16, 2020
Senior Aleks Kovacevic prepares to return the ball against Chicago State on Feb. 15. Illinois won the match, 4-0.

[Photo] Illinois ekes out road win against No. 23 Northwestern

By Luca Ripani, Staff writer • March 9, 2020
Zeke Clark returns the ball during the meet against Chicago State at Atkins Tennis Centeron Feb. 15.

[Photo] Illini tennis swings into Big Ten play with high expectations

By Jackson Janes, Staff Writer • March 4, 2020
The exterior of McKinley Health Center located on 1109 S Lincoln Ave on Feb. 8.

[Photo] Coronavirus on campus: Low risk of infection, high risk of anxiety

By Min Cheong Kim, Staff Writer • February 20, 2020
Alex Brown returns the ball during a game against Florida at the Atkins Tennis Center on Wednesday.

[Photo] Illini look to turn things around against Notre Dame on Saturday

By Jackson Janes, Staff Writer • February 12, 2020
Junior Alex Brown prepares an underhanded hit during a match against Florida on Friday.

[Photo] Illini struggles mount against Gators

By Jackson Janes, Staff writer • February 10, 2020
Senior Aleks Kovacevic returns a ball during Illinois’ match against Missisippi at the Atkins Tennis Center on Friday. The Illini took home several victories when they competed at the Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational Jan. 18-20 in Atlanta, Georgia.

[Photo] No. 12-ranked Illini snag early victories in spring play

By Meghan Rest • January 30, 2020
The Bangkok Thai cashier, a worker regular customers often see betting on football teams, is popular for being a source of happiness within the restaurant.

[Photo] Bangkok Thai worker serves pad thai, good vibes

By Rohit Jammu, Staff Writer • January 27, 2020
The Illini celebrate after scoring during Illinois' game against Penn State at Huff Hall on Nov. 16.

[Photo] No. 24 Illinois earns at-large bid to NCAA Tournament

By Meghan Rest, Sports Editor • December 3, 2019
Senior outside hitter Jacqueline Quade spikes the ball against two defenders. Illinois faced Penn State at Huff Hall on Friday.

[Photo] Illini bounce back after Nittany Lions’ loss

By Brendyn Jones, Staff Writer • November 18, 2019
Ali Andrews pulls up for a three pointer at the Illini's game vs. Holy Cross at the State Farm Center on Nov. 10.

[Photo] Illinois hosts Austin Peay Wednesday

By Brendyn Jones, Staff Writer • November 12, 2019
Jada Peebles runs down the court at the State Farm Center on Saturday.

[Photo] Illini women’s basketball wins in overtime battle

By Brendyn Jones, Staff writer • November 10, 2019
Diana Brown sets the ball to outside hitter Jacqueline Quade during Illinois’ game against Michigan at Huff Hall on Friday. The Illini fell to the Wolverines in four sets.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball splits weekend series to pick up milestone victory

By Brendyn Jones, Staff Writer • November 4, 2019
Braden Stewart (15) chases down a Lindenwood player at the Illini Hockey Arena on Oct. 18.

[Photo] Illini hockey’s defeat follows big win

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • October 29, 2019
A cyclist passes by a group of people on West Gregory drive on Sunday. The University of Illinois was recently promoted to silver-level Bicycle-Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists.

[Photo] University promoted to a silver bike-friendly university

By Eunice Alpasan, Staff Writer • October 28, 2019
People step on an MTD bus at the Illinois terminal on Oct. 19, 2019.

[Photo] MTD announces plans for Illinois Terminal expansion

By Luis Velazquez, Staff Writer • October 24, 2019
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