Illinois fires athletic director after athlete allegations

Posted Nov 9, 2015
Illinois fired athletic director Mike Thomas on Monday as it released the final report from its investigation into mistreatment of football and women's basketball players. The report found no wrongdoing by Thomas, according to interim Chancellor Barbara Wilson. She praised Thomas for dealing with the string of allegations that have erupted since May. But she said a change was needed. (Associated Press)

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