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

Ryan Ash

Ryan Ash, Managing Editor for Visuals

Healthcare worker places syringes filled with the Covid-19 vaccine at the I-Hotel on Feb 11. The CDC and FDA has now approved the Pfizer vaccine for children ages give to 11.

[Photo] Children ages 5-11 eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine

By Vivian La, Assistant Daytime Editor November 3, 2021
New head wrestling coach Mike Poeta instructs a wrestler from the sidelines during the meet against Purdue on Jan. 22. Poeta was previously the assistant coach for four years but was promoted after previous head coach Jim Heffernan retired.

[Photo] Mike Poeta announced as new wrestling head coach

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor April 21, 2021
Sophomore Kendra Pasquele runs to the soccer ball during their game on Feb. 26 against Iowa. Kendra Pasquale is only one of four who earned honors for the program.

[Photo] Four Illini earn All-Big Ten honors

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor April 14, 2021
Ashley Cathro fights over the ball in order to retain possession over Iowa on Feb. 26. The team will continue to fight for a spot in the Big Ten Championship.

[Photo] Illinois drops second consecutive game

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor March 25, 2021
Junior Makena Silber begins to kick at a game against Iowa on Feb. 26. The Illinois women’s soccer team fell short on senior day and lost to Ohio State 2-1 on Sunday.

[Photo] Illinois fall to Ohio State on senior day 2-1

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor March 21, 2021
Redshirt sophomore Kendra Pasquale runs past Iowa’s defense on Feb. 26. The Fighting Illini beat the Nebraska Cornhuskers 3-1 this morning at  Demirjian Park.

[Photo] Illinois offense tops Nebraska 3-1

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor March 19, 2021
The soon to be NuEra dispensary lies at the corner of First and Green on Sunday morning. Having a recreational marijuana dispensary in Campustown will help increase foot traffic.

[Photo] Cannabis dispensary set to open by KAMS

By Aliza Majid, Assistant News Editor March 15, 2021
Eileen Murphy runs past Iowas defense on Feb. 25 at Demirjian Park. Murphy ended the Fighting Illinis scoring drought today against the Indiana Hoosiers by scoring the game winning goal.

[Photo] Murphy goal breaks Illinois scoring drought

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor March 13, 2021
Sophomore Natalie Bizon decorates her apartment on Oct. 2. It’s important to wisely decorate your living space.

[Photo] Dos, don’ts of decorating on a budget

By Matt Troher, Staff Writer February 15, 2021
ILLordle: Play now