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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
Written by and starring McKenzie Chinn, “Olympia” showcases Chicago’s artistic finest. The film held its Midwest debut at last week’s Chicago International Film Festival.

McKenzie Chinn showcases Chicago’s artistic best

By Joe Longo, Contibuting writer • Oct 22, 2018
Managing Editor and "To The Orange" host Joe Longo, interviewing popular public address announcer Gene Honda.

To the Orange Podcast | Gene Honda, Public address announcer for Chicago White Sox and Chicago Blackhawks

By Aaron Navarro and Joe Longo • Mar 5, 2018
Lithium-ion batteries are ubiquitous and can be found in a plethora of devices including Apple's iPhone 5.

[Photo] Self-healing batteries generate advancements in technology

Mar 12, 2017
Vince Staples gives a high-energy performance at the Accord during the Pygmalion Festival on Friday, September 23, 2106.

[Photo] Vince Staples gives effortlessly impressive show at Pygmalion

By Aaron Navarro, Assistant Daytime Editor • Sep 24, 2016
The new Campus Safety app allows students to access resources, safety alerts, and tips.

[Photo] Crime Stoppers introducing new free mobile app for tipsters

Nov 15, 2016

Urbana medical cannabis dispensary expects Labor Day opening

By Joe Longo, Assistant News editor • Jun 25, 2016
Lawmakers extend medical cannabis program to 2020, add PTSD and terminal illness

Lawmakers extend medical cannabis program to 2020, add PTSD and terminal illness

By Joe Longo, Assistant news editor • May 27, 2016

UIPD trains officers on sexual assault protocol

By Joe Longo • Mar 10, 2016
UIPD humanizes department through social media

UIPD humanizes department through social media

By Joe Longo • Feb 15, 2016

Family of UI student offers $10,000 reward for information about assault

By Joe Longo • Feb 9, 2016
Champaign medical cannabis dispensary prepares to open, eight conditions pending approval from Rauner

Champaign medical cannabis dispensary prepares to open, eight conditions pending approval from Rauner

By Joe Longo • Jan 28, 2016
The blue emergency phones can be found in a variety of convenient and visible locations all over campus.

UI Technology Services having doubts about phone vendor

By Joe Longo • Jan 25, 2016
A one time performance of the Vagina Monologues is coming to the Virginia Theatre on Aug. 25 to benefit Courage Connection. Tickets go on sale today.

Opening film announced for Ebertfest this spring

By Joe Longo • Jan 22, 2016
UIPD compares campus crime to other universities

UIPD compares campus crime to other universities

By Joe Longo • Dec 8, 2015

Cybersecurity company discovers invasive mobile app malware

By Joe Longo • Nov 12, 2015
New Survey Reports Prescription Drug Abuse Common Across College Campuses

New Survey Reports Prescription Drug Abuse Common Across College Campuses

By Joe Longo • Nov 4, 2015
Acorns allows students to begin investing

Acorns allows students to begin investing

By Joe Longo • Oct 28, 2015
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report released

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report released

By Joe Longo • Oct 21, 2015
Technology Services combats ongoing Wi-Fi complaints

Technology Services combats ongoing Wi-Fi complaints

By Joe Longo • Oct 12, 2015

Y-Combinator offers students chance to share ideas

By Joe Longo • Oct 3, 2015