Craig Ondevilla

Craig is a Computer Science student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He has experience in Social Media Management and Freelance Video Editing.

police
Crime
6 months ago
Illinois State Police welcomes 32 new troopers from Cadet Class 149

The 32 new troopers completed an 11-week program for certified police officers who graduated from an accredited law enforcement academy with at least two years experience employed as a full-time officer. The program included Cultural Diversity, Procedural Justice, Domestic Violence, Critical Incident Response, De-escalation Tactics, Firearms, First Responder Certification, Control and Arrest Tactics, Illinois Vehicle Code, Criminal Law, Motor Carrier Safety, Juvenile Law, and more.

economy
Business
6 months ago
Illinois Department of Employment Security announces unemployment rate falls

“Illinois’ resilient workforce continues to make progress as unemployment rates fall,” said DCEO Director Kristin Richards. “The State of Illinois remains committed to providing the resources and opportunities necessary for both employers and job seekers to thrive in Illinois’ growing economy.”

recycle
Community
6 months ago
Urbana’s U-Cycle program begins new contract with GFL Environmental

Residents using small open top recycling bins will have the bins emptied using a separate truck. The City encourages residents to replace the open top bin with a U-Cart to prevent wind-blown litter and keep recyclables dry. Residents can request a free U-Cart online or by calling U-Cycle.

school college
College
6 months ago
Parkland announces Danielle Wilberg as Executive Director of Parkland College Foundation

During her time as executive director, Wahlfeldt oversaw the implementation of an online scholarship application system, making access to scholarships easier for students to apply for; the increase in scholarships awarded from 450 to 560 and an increase in the value of those awards from $419,881 to $567,510; an increase of Foundation assets from $11.1 million to $19.5 million; and the establishment of the Women of Impact event.

school
College
6 months ago
Parkland College offers tuition and fee discounts participating in Early Transfer Academy

The total cost of the tuition and fees will be determined by the credit hours offered students in ETA. Parkland College will forgive two credits for every 12 hours offered to a district’s ETA students. On top of this, the board also approved Danielle Wilberg as Parkland’s new associate vice president for development/executive director of the Parkland College Foundation. She begins on April 1, replacing Tracy Wahlfeldt, who retires on April 20.

Education
6 months ago
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined motion to block dismantling of U.S. Education Department

“States, including Illinois, are already feeling the impact of the Trump administration’s attempts to dismantle the Department of Education,” Raoul said in a statement late Monday. “Enrollment deadlines for Illinois public community colleges and universities approach in just a few short weeks, and the turmoil caused by the administration’s actions jeopardizes the futures of tens of thousands of Illinois students.”

Community
6 months ago
Urbana Police Department announces new online police report system

They will also receive a report of the copy to their email. The record will be transferred into their record management system officially. The day after, the Investigations division will review the reports to see if there is any need for follow up or clarification.

child
Community
6 months ago
Champaign County Children’s Advocacy Center hosting an Open House

The event will be hosted on Friday, April 25 at 201 W. Kenyon, Champaign, IL 61820 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Open House offers a look into how the CAC helps children and families affected by abuse.

Martin Luther King Jr.
Community
6 months ago
Urbana and Champaign Park Districts to host Martin Luther King Jr. March for Peace

The event will be free and the Champaign Park District will provide transportation between King Park and the Douglass Center so participants can return to their cars at the end of the evening.

police
Community
6 months ago
Danville Police arrest man for fleeing arrest and possession of drugs

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Danville Police Department at 217-431- 2250 or Vermilion County Crimestoppers at vccrimestoppers.org. The public may also use the mobile app. P3TIPS, or call anonymously to 217-446-TIPS (8477).

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