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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
Mark Capapas

Mark Capapas, Managing Editor for Online

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Chicago police officers form a line in front of demonstrators during a protest on May 30. Columnist Maii argues the CPD is responsible for much of the violence occurring on Aug. 15.

[Photo] Opinion | Chicago Police Department is not for the people

By Maii Rashed, Assistant Editor • Aug 24, 2020
Students sit at the Courtyard Cafe at the Illini Union on Sunday. Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, new guidelines are in place to prepare for an increase of students on campus.

[Photo] Campus resources shift accessibility during COVID-19

By Features Staff • Aug 24, 2020
The 130N Silver stops at the Illini Union on Sunday. MTD implemented multiple adjustments in response to COVID-19.

[Photo] Fall semester brings service reductions, fresh look for MTD

By Diana Anghel, Assistant News Editor • Aug 24, 2020
Illinois Head Football Coach Lovie Smith sits and awaits questions during Big Ten Media Days on July 18, 2019.

[Photo] Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren releases open letter

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Aug 19, 2020
I-Guides assist multiple families near their cars as they move their children into the dorms on Aug. 22, 2019.

[Photo] A clean room makes a happy roommate

By Salem Isaf, Interim Editor-in-Chief • Aug 17, 2020
Two I-Guides push a cart loaded with a student’s items during move-in on Aug. 22, 2019.

[Photo] Pack these items for Move-In Day

By Brendyn Jones, On-Air Editor • Aug 17, 2020
A family helps carry their student’s belongings to their dorm during move-in on Aug. 22, 2019.

[Photo] Take care of yourself on Move-In Day

By Zainab Qureshi, Longform Editor • Aug 17, 2020
Law students study in the Albert E. Jenner Jr. Memorial Law Library on Oct. 9, 2018.

[Photo] Study in comfort of your own room

By Shivali Shukla, Assistant Special Sections Editor • Aug 17, 2020
A man walks down Wright Street with a McDonald's bag on March 28. Walking around campus is a great way to connect with ourselves during the ongoing pandemic.

A walk to remember: Follow these tips for exploring campus

By Mark Capapas, Managing Editor for Online • Jul 31, 2020
Chancellor Jones delivers the State of the University Address on Jan. 24.

[Photo] University creates Call to Action to address racism, social injustice

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Staff Writer • Jul 27, 2020
Students gather on the Main Quad on April 23, 2019.

[Photo] International students respond to ICE regulation

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Staff Writer • Jul 13, 2020
A buddha statue stands on a table of Amara and Arts Yoga Studio located in Urbana on Jan. 22.

[Photo] Live a zen lifestyle in college

By Jillian Little, Buzz Editor • Aug 5, 2020
A group of protesters hold a sign in downtown Chicago on Saturday.

Gallery | Chicago protests for George Floyd downtown

By Mark Capapas and Cameron Krasucki • Jun 2, 2020
Illinois football helmets line up at the end zone at Memorial Stadium during football spring training on April 13, 2019.

[Photo] Illini continue to hit transfer portal

By Alec Busse, Staff Writer • Apr 17, 2020
Editor Mark Capapas's desk on Monday afternoon. Capapas is currently living in his house in Lincoln Square, Chicago.

[Photo] Gallery | Daily Illini photographers work from home

By Ryan Ash • Apr 16, 2020
Lead singer of Beach Bunny, Lili Trafilio, smiles out at the audience while performing at the Canopy Club on Sept. 27, 2019.

[Photo] Canopy Club open mic night moves online

By Rohit Jammu, Assistant Features Editor • Apr 16, 2020
Members of the Fighting Illini Baseball Team complete warmups before practice on Feb. 10, 2019

[Photo] Two deals shake baseball world

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer • Apr 6, 2020
A man walks down Wright Street with a McDonald's bag on March 28. Walking around campus is a great way to connect with ourselves during the ongoing pandemic.

Gallery | Coronavirus leaves CU Empty

By Kevin Gao and Mark Capapas • Mar 31, 2020
A sign sits on the front door of Foellinger Auditorium announcing its closure on Friday evening.

[Photo] COVID-19 cases, closures and cancellations: a running list by The Daily Illini

By Ethan Simmons, News Editor • Mar 28, 2020
Illinois Head Football Coach Lovie Smith speaks during Big Ten Media Days on July 18, 2019 at the Hilton Chicago.

[Photo] Big Ten extends suspension of team activities through May 4

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 27, 2020
Reporters interview Alissa Holterman after the sing along is completed.

Gallery | Residents come together for #ChicagoSingAlong

By Mark Capapas, Managing Editor for Online • Mar 23, 2020
Pictured above is Altgeld Hall on Dec. 1. According to a University Mass Mail, two cases of Covid-19 have been identified in the University community on Saturday.

[Photo] COVID-19 confirmed in two University employees

By Ethan Simmons, News Editor • Mar 21, 2020
Chancellor Jones speaks about the Sate of the University at the Illini ballroom on Jan 24.

[Photo] Chancellor cancels in-person instruction, calls for students to return home

By Ethan Simmons, News Editor • Mar 16, 2020
Alexis Perezchica and Chris Ackerman-Avila celebrate with each other after winning the Illinois Student Government election at Illini Union Rooms B and C on Monday. Perezchica and Ackerman-Avila are the new student body president and vice president, respectively.

[Photo] Election complaints hang over contested executive race

By Ethan Simmons and Salem Isaf • Mar 12, 2020
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[Photo] How I bit into sports journalism

By Meghan Rest, Sports Editor • Mar 12, 2020
Big Ten football trophies stand on the main stage of the Big Ten Media Football Days at the McCormick Center on July 18.

[Photo] Illini Athletics issues statement following Big Ten’s new attendance restrictions for fans

By Kelly Johnson, Editor-in-Chief • Mar 11, 2020
Apartment buildings line the streets of Champaign on Fourth and Chalmers streets on May 26. The rush of searching for a place to live each year can be overwhelming, especially if students don’t know where to begin.

[Photo] Stay calm during apartment-hunting chaos

By Bella Keys, Staff Writer • Feb 17, 2020
Students sit in the outdoor seating of Espresso Royale in Urbana on May 5.

[Photo] Live as a local in your Urbana neighborhood

By Katie Powers, buzz Editor • Feb 17, 2020
Alexis Perezchica (left) and Chris Ackerman-Avila celebrate with each other after winning the Illinois Student Government Election. Alexis Perezchica and Chris Ackerman-Avila are the new president and vice president for the student body.

[Photo] Illinois Student Government results released Monday

By Ethan Simmons, Senior Reporter • Mar 9, 2020
Senior Travis Piotrowski wrestles Austin Assad during the Illinois’ dual against Michigan on Jan. 26 at Huff Hall. Six Illini wrestlers qualified for the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.

[Photo] Six Illini earn bids to NCAA Championships following Big Ten tourney

By Brendyn Jones, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 9, 2020
A participant of Unofficial stares at KAM's as his friend is taken into an OSF ambulance during Unofficial on March 1, 2019.

[Photo] Opinion | Be safe during Unofficial

By Tommy Block, Senior Columnist • Mar 4, 2020
Patrons of CRCE use the workout machines located on the workout floor on Feb. 19.

[Photo] University Extension sponsors Living Well Campaign

By Aliza Majid, Staff Writer • Mar 2, 2020
Spencer Hulsey, senior in LAS, shows a Reddit post promoting the kingfisher mascot design at the Illinois Student Government complex on Friday. Students can vote on the new mascot proposal on Wednesday and Thursday.

[Photo] Kingfisher mascot set for student vote

By Ethan Simmons, Senior Reporter • Mar 2, 2020
Senior Travis Piotrowski wrestles Michigan opponent Garrett Pepple during Illinois’ dual meet against Michigan at Huff Hall on Jan. 26. Illinois dominated Fresno State, winning 23-9.

[Photo] Illinois caps season with 23-9 win over Fresno State

By Andrew Medina, Staff Writer • Feb 24, 2020
Bob Wootton steps outside of Kriser's Natural Pet located at 356 E. Ohio St., with his dogs Ducky (left) and Bertie on Friday.

[Photo] The Daily Illini takes second place in general excellence at ICPA

By Tyler Panlilio, Managing Editor for Online • Feb 22, 2020
Urbana, the lesser known beauty of CU

Urbana, the lesser known beauty of CU

By Mark Capapas, Photo Editor • Feb 17, 2020
Sophomore outfielder Zaria Dunlap speaks with a team member on April 3. The team will travel down to Waco, Texas, for the Baylor Invitational Friday.

[Photo] Illinois handed first losses of season at Big Ten-ACC Challenge

By Meghan Rest • Feb 17, 2020
Illinois baseball team stretches during warm ups for indoor practice at the Irwin Indoor Practice Facility on Feb. 5. Illinois will open its 2020 campaign against Milwaukee in North Carolina Friday.

[Photo] Illinois to open season in North Carolina

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer • Feb 13, 2020
The exterior of NuMed Urbana located on 105 E. University Ave..

[Photo] Campus and city members react to state-wide cannabis legalization

By Tianbin Chen, Contributing Writer • Feb 13, 2020
Tori Hill, an organizer for the Warren Campaign, prepares canvassing materials at Caffe Paradiso on Sunday afternoon.

[Photo] Democratic RSOs bring Iowa experience to campus

By Ethan Simmons, Senior Reporter • Feb 13, 2020
The Planter’s experiential marketing vehicle titled the “Nutmobile” sits in between Gregory and Lincoln Hall Tuesday evening.

[Photo] What’s with the giant nut?

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • Feb 12, 2020
Students study in the Undergraduate Library on Dec. 10. Columnist Tara says setting time for yourself is essential to improving.

[Photo] Opinion | Don’t be late for yourself

By Tara Pavithran, Columnist • Feb 10, 2020
Xavier Watson swings a bat at the Irwin Indoor Football Facility on Wednesday. The Illini have added 18 freshman and transfer players to its roster for the 2020 season.

[Photo] Illinois baseball to return with promising newcomers

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2020
Taylor Edwards speaks to the UIUC baseball coach at the pitchers mound at Eichelberger Field on April 3.

[Photo] Illini softball starts season with NFCA Leadoff Classic

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2020
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