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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

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UI student charged with mob action files motion to dismiss on 1st Amendment grounds
By Jessie Wang and Qaasim Jatoi
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University Admin
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By Aidan Miller-Hisgen, News Editor
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News
A biker rides by the Main Quad under heavy snowfall on Jan. 5.
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Latest Issue
Top Story
Staff writer Grayson Hodson writes on the problematic paradox of productivity at the University.
Opinion | The problematic paradox of productivity
By Grayson Hodson, Columnist
Top Photo
The Illini celebrate after scoring against the Gamecocks during the fourth quarter of the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.
Gallery | Cheez-It Citrus Bowl hosts juicy game between No. 20 Illinois, No. 15 South Carolina
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By Patrick Herr, Contributing Writer • December 26, 2024
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GayBar hosts valuable safe space for queer community
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Man behind barn dance tradition reveals origin story
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CCES raises funds for household hazardous waste collection facility
By Kayla Constabileo, Contributing Writer • December 16, 2024
‘You’re about to get humbled’: Adapting to cold at UI
By Ethan Oskroba, Senior Copy Editor • December 13, 2024
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By Jasmine Nichols, Columnist • December 22, 2024
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By George Alexandrakis, Columnist
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Latest Men's Basketball
Head coach Brad Underwood yells at a referee during Illinois' dominant win over Penn State on Jan. 8.
USC shocks No. 13 Illinois at home in frustrating loss
By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • January 11, 2025
Sports
No. 10 Illinois hosts Northwestern to complete homestand
No. 10 Illinois hosts Northwestern to complete homestand
By Rudraksh Kikani, Staff Writer • January 12, 2025
No. 4 Ohio State overpowers No. 10 Illinois
By Rudraksh Kikani, Staff Writer • January 12, 2025
No. 13 Illinois set for Saturday morning matchup with USC
By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • January 11, 2025
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