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Giant Day of the Dead altar in Pilsen pays tribute to those who died during the pandemic
Isabel Hernandez’s Dia de Muertos altar is so big, it resembles a pyramid. Hernandez, who built the structure in her yard near the corner of 19th and Loomis Street in Pilsen, asked neighbors to submit photos of loved ones who died so she could include them in the altar. On the Day of the Dead, which is Tuesday, people pay tribute to those who have died by creating altars that often feature things that were important to a deceased relative.
Local elections hang in balance after UI students cast ballots
Mark Capapas “I think just it’s something I’ve always felt is apart about being a mindful citizen and caring about something other than yourself. I wanna do my best to show up” said Kashara Bennett, Junior in Fine and Applied Arts. By Mark Capapas and Ethan Simmons November 5, 2020 On Election Day 2020, UI students flocked to the polls, helping Champaign County gear up to set a new turnout record.
Gallery | University students speak about importance of participating in 2020 election
By Mark Capapas, Senior Photographer November 4, 2020 “I think just it’s something I’ve always felt is apart about being a mindful citizen and caring about something other than yourself. I wanna do my best to show up” said Kashara Bennett, Junior in Fine and Applied Arts. “I feel like this country is unique. Demographically we are made if of people all around the world. It’s really important that citizens use their responsibilities wisely. I feel like it’s important to make sure your voice is heard.
Gallery | Chicago protests for George Floyd downtown
A protestor kneels in front of Chicago police officers at the base of Trump Tower with an arm raised in the air.
Gallery | Coronavirus leaves CU Empty
A view of the Main Quad and the Illini Union taken from the steps of Foellinger Auditorium on Thursday night. The coronavirus has forced many students to go home for the rest of the semester.
Gallery | Residents come together for #ChicagoSingAlong
By Mark Capapas, Managing Editor for Online March 23, 2020 Ever since Chancellor Jones called for students to go back to their permanent address, the University of Illinois campus has been bleak. According to Division Management of Information, 12,288 students and faculty are from Cook County, Illinois. People in this region have been adjusting to their new life and practice of social distancing.
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