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Illini Recap: 'Embarrassing to get beat like we did'
Tue, 01/17/2017 - 10:02pm | Scott Richey
Illinois coach John Groce and seniors Malcolm Hill and Maverick Morgan discuss Tuesday's loss at No. 21 Purdue — the third straight double-digit road loss for the Illini in Big Ten play this season.
Richey: Defense the issue again on the road
Tue, 01/17/2017 - 9:38pm | Scott Richey
Beat writer Scott Richey gives a quick rundown following Illinois' 91-68 loss to No. 21 Purdue on Tuesday in West Lafayette, Ind.
MJs Minute: Kam Fry
Tue, 01/17/2017 - 7:00am | Jim Rossow
Kam Fry is a 2011 Urbana High graduate who played receiver for the Illini from 2013-15. These days, Fry has made fitness his profession, founding an organization called N.O.W. (Nothing Over Will) and working with another initiative called Project Athletes that introduces area kids to fitness. Fry stopped by The News-Gazette for a talk with our Marcus Jackson to chat.
Illini Preview: 'Expecting a fight'
Mon, 01/16/2017 - 12:59pm | Scott Richey
Hear from several Illini, as Maverick Morgan discusses Tuesday's matchup with No. 21 Purdue and Tracy Abrams touches on his struggles of late. Then, Leron Black shares some thoughts on going up against the Boilermakers' Caleb Swanigan, while Te'Jon Lucas talks about learning from his mistakes.
N-G Top 10: Boys' Basketball Week 8
Mon, 01/16/2017 - 12:00pm | Jim Rossow
A big weekend for Thad Matta. First, his Ohio State Buckeyes surprised Michigan State on Sunday. A day later, his alma mater moved to No. 1 in our rankings. Congratulations, Hoopeston Area. The latest courtesy sports editor Matt Daniels.
Illini Recap: 'All in all, just disappointing'
Sat, 01/14/2017 - 10:57pm | Scott Richey
Hear from Illinois coach John Groce and Illini seniors Malcolm Hill and Maverick Morgan along with Maryland coach Mark Turgeon after the Terrapins victory at State Farm Center.
Richey: Offense goes cold in loss
Sat, 01/14/2017 - 10:24pm | Scott Richey
Beat writer Scott Richey gives a quick rundown on Illinois' 62-56 loss to Maryland on Saturday at State Farm Center.
Illini Preview: 'Make sure our defense is way better'
Fri, 01/13/2017 - 2:50pm | Scott Richey
Illinois coach John Groce touches once more on the Illini's win against Michigan before diving into a look at the challenge Maryland will present Saturday. Malcolm Hill highlights how Te'Jon Lucas impacts the team, while Lucas discusses defense against the Terrapins and Maverick Morgan details his progression between last season and this season.
Video: Fall Postseason Highlights
Fri, 01/13/2017 - 10:00am | Anthony Zilis
Re-live St. Joseph-Ogden's run to the state championship, Mahomet-Seymour boys' cross country's historic state meet, Ema Rajic's record-breaking day and more of the area's biggest postseason highlights.
State final TV footage/commentary: Courtesy IHSA
VIDEO: No one hurt in Tolono house fire
Thu, 01/12/2017 - 3:45pm | Rick Danzl
Firefighters work to contain a blaze Thursday at 211 W. Linden St., Tolono. Tolono firefighters were assisted by crews from Savoy, Pesotum, Philo and Sadorus. Tolono Assistant Fire Chief Chris Humer said there were no injuries, but the garage and part of the house were destroyed. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
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