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Teenage Rock Band Opens Day Three of Riot Fest
On a gloomy Sunday and just a week away from the Riot Fest music festival, the rock band LARGEMOUTH came together to rehearse at their studio and rehearsal space at Santopoalo Ranch in Rockton, Illinois. Inside the small green and black garage, the sound of guitars and drums seeped through the walls as the ranch’s dogs ran around outside. With masking tape covering the window to keep out light, the young artists gave it their all, rehearsing on a giant red carpet.
Lollapalooza 2026 Recap: Best Sets from Blood Orange, Little Simz, CMAT, Wolf Alice & More
Summer in Chicago is always a bit tempestuous, but this year has been one for the books with flooding, rainstorms, parching heat, and tornadoes. Lollapalooza, the Midwest’s ultimate four-day music fest, felt like a microcosm of the Summer’s volatility in a single weekend. Thursday kicked off with sweltering heat, flipped into mist on Friday, then after an onslaught of overnight rain, Saturday and Sunday felt like wading through a bog.
Opening Day for the Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center opened its doors to the public in Jackson Park over the weekend of June 19-21, after hosting a private opening ceremony streamed to the public and at Midway Plaisance Park. The weekend included events in celebration of Juneteenth and Father’s Day with performances on the campus’ plaza and a morning walk hosted by Peace Runners 773.
Chinatown Celebrates the Year of the Fire Horse
On March 1, the Chicago Chinatown Community Foundation hosted its annual Lunar New Year Parade, celebrating the Year of the Horse and the 114th anniversary of Chicago’s Chinatown on a sunny and windy Sunday afternoon. Traditional lion and dragon dancing flowed through South Wentworth Avenue and West Cermak Road alongside marching bands, floats, dancers, and members of local schools and organizations.
Earl Sweatshirt’s says "Live Laugh Love" to all
Rapper Earl Sweatshirt is currently wrapping up his US tour, riding the wave of his summer album, Live Laugh Love. The project is not only a deep reflection on how he’s grown as an artist but a story of how he navigates through his next journey in fatherhood. After performing his set at the 11th edition of Camp Flog Gnaw in November, Earl is back focused on his tour. Born in Chicago but raised in Los Angeles, Earl made sure to make a stop in the Windy City before heading to Europe in 2026.
The Daily Illini
Kitchen Staff gets ready to fry beef in a wok on Feb. 18. Chinese takeout Chopstix, located on Green Street, won Best Chinese Food for the 2025 Best of CU community poll.
Gallery | Demonstrators stand up and march for science
I am James Hoeck, a senior in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for over three years starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of photo editor here at The Daily Illini overseeing our photo department. I also work as photo editor and editor-in-chief for Illini Media’s yearbook, The Illio. There is a good chance you will see me out and about on campus taking photos! If you want to check out more of my work, visit my linked socials.
Gallery | Illinois celebrates a cheesy bowl victory
I am James Hoeck, a senior in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for over three years starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of photo editor here at The Daily Illini overseeing our photo department. I also work as photo editor and editor-in-chief for Illini Media’s yearbook, The Illio. There is a good chance you will see me out and about on campus taking photos! If you want to check out more of my work, visit my linked socials.
Lollapalooza 2024 greets grentperez
About the Contributor Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’sIllio Yearbook.
Gallery | HANABIE. rock out on stage during day 4 of Lollapalooza 2024
Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’sIllio Yearbook. There is a good chance you will see me out and about on campus taking photos for my personal work or for The DI and/or Illio! If you want to check out more of my work, visit my socials linked below.
Gallery | Recap: Palestine encampment rekindles after shutdown
About the Contributors Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’sIllio Yearbook.
Gallery | Conflict arises at Alma Mater during encampment for Palestine
Students from the University gather to Alma Mater for an encampment protest on Friday morning, April 26. The protest was met with action from University Facilities & Services as well as UIPD leading to one arrest being made.
Gallery | Let’s watch the eclipse
About the Contributors Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’sIllio Yearbook.
Gallery | Illinois fans celebrate at Alma Mater statue after team makes Elite Eight
About the Contributors Hey, I’m Jacob! I am currently a sophomore in computer engineering with a minor in German. I started with The Daily Illini in fall 2022 as a news reporter and staff photographer, and by spring 2023, I had worked my way to photo editor. I have been the managing editor for visuals since March 2023. When I’m not taking pictures for The DI or for fun, I enjoy cooking, water sports and tending to my numerous houseplants.
Photo Essay | TFN brings fashion display to Green Street in promotion for CFE
According to Sam Crutcher, sophomore in LAS and set director of TFN and the Circular Fashion Expo, TFN’s goal was to promote the upcoming Circular Fashion Expo on Dec. 2 at the Siebel Center for Design. Olivia Sims, senior in the College of Media and Director of Art and Design for CFE.4, explained that this was their first fashion walk on Green Street, which was inspired by CFE’s first runway. “This was CFE’s first Green Street walk.
Gallery | Homecoming 2023 recap
About the Contributors Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’sIllio Yearbook.
Defeat from Cornhuskers furthers disappointment in the Illini
Junior wide receiver Pat Bryant celebrates with junior running back Reggie Love III and senior wide receiver Casey Washington in the south end zone after scoring the Illini’s first and only touchdown of the game in the second quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Friday at Memorial Stadium. Bryant had 76 yards on four receptions.
Gallery | Illini fumble second home game this season
About the Contributors Heyo! I am James Hoeck, a third-year undergraduate student in photography with a minor in media. I have been a part of Illini Media for two years, starting back in fall 2021. I hold the position of Photo Editor here at The Daily Illini. I also work as Photo Editor for Illini Media’sIllio Yearbook.
Gallery | Students endure heat to promote and find RSOs at Quad Day
Illini Solar Car organization rides on by during Quad Day on Sunday. Imagination dance RSO at their table on Sunday during Quad Day. Bimi Adeneka, Psychology and Communications major promotes Illinois Music Business Club which pertains to the business of music. Nuestra Verdad Publicación tries to draw students in during Quad Day on Sunday. The Fashion Network speaks to students interested in the organization on Sunday. Alpha Phi Omega fraternity below the shade during a hot Quad Day on Sunday.
Gallery | Diplo ignites stage during first night of Lollapalooza
Diplo raises his fist in the air as his set continues on Thursday night.
Gallery | Matt Maltese performs at Schubas in Chicago
An attendee of Matt Maltese concert watches as he he performs his hit song 'As the World Caves In' for his last song of the evening prior to encore.
Gallery | Sean Kingston performs at Spring Jam 2023
The concert took place on the north end of the Main Quad and was free for all University students.
Gallery | University celebrates 2022 Homecoming Week
The Alice Campbell Alumni Center fountain is dyed orange for the Homecoming Kickoff on Oct. 9.
Gallery | Illinois football welcomes fans back for 2022 season
Sophomore tight end Griffin Moore stands at the end zone during warm ups for Saturday's game against Wyoming.
Gallery | Celebrating 150 Years, Illini Media Hall of Fame
The Class of 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees stand outside the University YMCA on Saturday.
Gallery | Snow Day gives students a chance to decompress
By Sydney Laput, Cameron Krasucki, James Hoeck, Logan Hodson, Angel Saldivar, and Brigida Dockus February 4, 2022 A student snowboards down a hill by Foellinger Auditorium on Thursday. Snow covers outside steps at Orchard Downs on Tuesday. A student gets buried in the snow on the quad on Thursday. Students runs through the middle of the snowball fight on the quad on Thursday. A WCIA reporter gets hit with snowballs while reporting on the quad on Thursday.
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