Guard Andrej Stojaković joins Illini from Cal
The 6-foot-7-inch sophomore was the Golden Bears' leading scorer last season and is a former McDonald's All-American.
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The 6-foot-7-inch sophomore was the Golden Bears' leading scorer last season and is a former McDonald's All-American.
Jakucionis, the Lithuanian import who averaged 15 points and nearly five assists in his lone season in Champaign, is projected as a top-10 NBA Draft lottery pick.
ow much work is cut out for Head Coach Brad Underwood depends on what Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley decide to do.
Texas outscored Illinois 18-6 in the second quarter, then broke the game open at the start of the third.
While many fans at Weather Mark Tavern in the South Loop said they’re always happy to see the Illini make the big dance, they still hoped Illinois would go the distance
Kylan Boswell scored 23 points, Tomislav Ivisic 19 and Kasparas Jakucionis 13 for the sixth-seeded Illini (22-13).
Illinois wants to ride the wave from another sea of orange and blue in the stands in Milwaukee against one of college basketball's Big Blue blood brands.
In the South Loop, Illini fans took over Weather Mark Tavern, where the drinks were flowing and a sea of orange and blue overshadowed everything.
With Chicago just 90 miles away. the Illini are expecting a lot of their fans to make the short road trip to cheer them on in the Big Dance.
The Illinois-Xavier game is set for 8:45 p.m. Friday, and will be shown on CBS. Ryan Baker reports from Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
Xavier is also an older team — with some players well into their 20s — and an experienced team.
The Fighting Illini – both men's and women's teams – are getting ready for their 2025 NCAA Tournament debuts.
This is the second appearance for Illinois under Head Coach Shauna Green, and the 10th in program history.
After winning four of their last five games, the Illini are headed right up the road to Milwaukee as the No. 6 seed in the Midwest.
Tre White had 22 points and Tomislav Ivisic added 19 points, 10 rebounds and six assists as Illinois (21-11) won its fourth straight.
The Cornhuskers outscored the Illini 25-14 in the fourth to pick up their fifth win after trailing by 10-plus points.
Kylan Boswell and Will Riley each scored 15 points and Tre White had 14 for Illinois (18-11, 10-8 Big Ten), which shot 50.8% (32 for 63).
The Illini didn't have second-leading rebounder Morez Johnson Jr. due to a broken wrist.
Shannon’s #0 Illinois banner was upside-down when it was unfurled during the halftime honored jersey ceremony for the Minnesota Timberwolves rookie on Saturday. Now, Shannon is selling T-shirts making light of what happened.
The injury means Johnson won't be available Tuesday when Illinois (17-9, 9-7 Big Ten) visits No. 11 Wisconsin (20-5, 10-4).
Kylan Boswell scored 11 points and reserve Will Riley 10 for Illinois (17-8, 9-6 Big Ten), which finished shooting 51% (27 of 53).
Will Riley led Illinois (15-8, 7-6) with 20 points, and Ben Humrichous had 14.
Morez Johnson Jr. had 14 points and 15 rebounds, Kylan Boswell had 14 points, Tomislav Ivisic had 12 points and 10 rebounds and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn had 10 points for the Illini (15-7, 7-5 Big Ten).
Kasparas Jakucionis led the Illini with 18 points, Wes Riley made four 3-pointers while scoring 16 points and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn added 15.
The bird flu outbreak is the main reason egg prices are so high, and you may be wondering if eating chicken or eggs is safe right now with that outbreak. Professor Jim Lowe of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine has some answers.
The 6-foot-7-inch sophomore was the Golden Bears' leading scorer last season and is a former McDonald's All-American.
Two training camp practices in his rebuild job with the Sky, the new head coach said laying the foundation of a competitive environment doesn't require a complete teardown.
The 2,000-pound pipe has been in use since 1861 — the year Abraham Lincoln took office as president and the Civil War started.
The crash happened at YNOT Outdoors, an after-school program in the town of Chatham in central Illinois.
The Transportation Security Administration said the incident happened at the American Airlines baggage check-in counter.
The new tone Pritzker has struck has led some to believe a presidential run is indeed in the offing.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
Sen. Durbin spoke from his home in the state capital of Springfield, where he announced his first senate run back in 1995.
Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Durbin served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives — winning his first election to Congress in 1982.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's performances in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, April 28, 2025.
The Leaning Tower of Niles landmark in front of the YMCA will anchor a new development envisioned for the site.
Also Monday, the FBI and the City of Gary announced a $12,000 reward for information on Ja’Niyah McMichael’s disappearance.
Capt. David Meyer was with the Chicago Fire Department for 29 years. Not only were hundreds of firemen and women present for his visitation Monday, but so were a line of community members down the block. Marissa Sulek reports.
The agony was undeniable from people on scene as they realized children were inside the afterschool camp building when the car came crashing through. Jermont Terry reports.
The crash happened at YNOT Outdoors, an after-school program in the central Illinois village.
Meyer was with the Chicago Fire Department for 29 years.
La Grange, Illinois, police are investigating whether a medical event may have played a role in a deadly car crash last week.
The first incident happened on Dec. 26, 2024, just before 3 a.m., in the 6200 block of North Bell Avenue.
The Brinks driver reported to police that 50 to 100 men and women swooped in, pocketed cash, and took off.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
The 6-foot-7-inch sophomore was the Golden Bears' leading scorer last season and is a former McDonald's All-American.
Two training camp practices in his rebuild job with the Sky, the new head coach said laying the foundation of a competitive environment doesn't require a complete teardown.
Boxing is not for the faint of heart, but Brown is proving it's for all ages.
The Cubs wasted a sharp performance by Jameson Taillon, who pitched seven innings of five-hit ball.
Luis Urías hit a two-run homer with one out in the 10th inning help the Athletics rally and beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2.
Prosecutors have reduced a felony misconduct charge against a former Wisconsin prison warden implicated in two inmate deaths to a misdemeanor.
A woman who lives on the block said it all happened on the street behind Green Briar Park. She took video of the men driving off.
Commuters were advised to consider alternatives such as bus routes.
In each incident, the burglar has pried open a door into a building, made his way into the laundry area, pried open the coin-operated laundry machines, and stolen the coins.
Vancouver police ruled out terrorism as a motivator for the incident at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival, saying the suspect has a history of mental health issues.
