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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

Quentin Shaw, Photographer

Champaign Police Chief Anthony Cobb kneels with protestors as organizer Drake Materre speaks outside of the Champaign Police Department during a protest following the death of George Floyd on June 1. New listening sessions will allow the community to address public safety needs.

[Photo] Champaign community listening sessions start Thursday

By Samantha Boyle, Managing Editor for Reporting September 24, 2020
The Illini celebrate after scoring a point vs Ohio State at Huff Hall on Saturday.

[Photo] Huff Hall houses home-court advantage for Illini

By Rachel Spencer, Assistant Sports Editor October 30, 2019
Freshman wide receiver Casey Washington celebrates a first down during Illinois’ game against Michigan on Oct. 12. Washington was a key contributor in Illinois’ upset over No. 6-ranked Wisconsin Saturday.

[Photo] Washington rises from ashes

By Miles Powers-Huang, Staff Writer October 24, 2019
Illinois running back Reggie Corbin stiff arms a defender during the game against Wisconsin.  The Illini won 24-23.

[Photo] Illinois upsets No. 6 Wisconsin

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 19, 2019
Illinois tight end Justice Williams jumps for a reception during the game against Michigan on Saturday, Oct. 12.  The Illini lost 25-42.

[Photo] Illinois vs. Michigan game notes

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 14, 2019
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[Photo] Illini fall to Cornhuskers 42-38

By Miles Powers-Huang, Staff Writer September 21, 2019
Head coach Lovie Smith talks with potential basketball recruits Zyon Bel and Kendall Smith before the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 8. Smith and Julian Pearl swap positions of players in spring practices.

[Photo] Smith, Pearl swap positions

By Gavin Good, Staff Writer April 1, 2019
Ellen Leyerle, a Champaign resident, dressed as a rubber stamp to criticize Rep. Rodney Davis’ support for President Trump’s
policies while she spoke at a rally outside Davis’ Champaign office.

[Photo] Rep. Davis protested over lack of open meetings

By Heather Schlitz, Assistant News Editor September 17, 2018
Members of GEO protest on the Main Quad on Feb. 26.

[Photo] Top five moments of the past year

By Heather Schlitz, Assistant News Editor May 7, 2018
Graduate employees hold a rally on the quad.

[Photo] An overview of the GEO strike

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor March 5, 2018
Members of GEO protest on the Main Quad on Feb. 26.

[Photo] GEO strike continues into Wednesday

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor February 28, 2018
Professor Martin Burton poses  with his molecular making machine at the Roger Adams Laboratory.

[Photo] Alexa, do I need to see a doctor?

By Rebecca Wood, Staff Writer February 19, 2018
Graduate employees protest at the Alma Mater for a fair contract on Thursday, Jan 18.

[Photo] Alstork steps up for Illinois

By James Boyd, Staff writer February 7, 2018
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