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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
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
Comedian Heather Shaw interacts with the crowd during a comedy show.

Comedian Heather Shaw shakes things up

By Kelsey Hoevel, Contributing Writer • Nov 12, 2025
The crowd at the Illinois vs. Rutgers football game watch as cheerleaders throw each other into the air on Nov. 1.

Illini cheerleaders lift each other up

By Kelsey Hoevel, Contributing Writer • Nov 3, 2025
Brandon Reisdorf of The Illegal Smiles sings at the Rose Bowl Tavern for the CU Folk and Roots Festival on Oct. 4th. He is the fiddle, banjo, and vocals for this John Pine tribute band.

Folks sing praises for CU Folk and Roots Festival

By Kelsey Hoevel, Contributing Writer • Oct 5, 2025