Contaminated washing and packing areas are among the leading causes of foodborne illness in fresh produce, according to the University of Illinois Extension. In an effort to reduce this risk and help community members protect themselves and others from getting sick, U of I Extension will host a free educational webinar.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze brought energy and inspiration to St. Thomas More High School on Saturday, where he hosted a youth football camp in partnership with Flex Work Sports. The camp welcomed more than 400 young athletes eager to learn, play, and meet an NFL player in person.
The City of Champaign has unveiled a new website to keep residents informed about events and programs happening at the newly opened Downtown Plaza. This move is part of the city’s broader effort to activate the space with regular entertainment and family-friendly activities throughout the summer.
The City of Mattoon has lifted its “do not drink” advisory following updated water sample results from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA). City officials announced Sunday that tests showed levels of an algal bloom neurotoxin have dropped below the threshold considered unsafe for consumption.
In a show of support for Illinois manufacturers, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) led a roundtable discussion at Wagner Machine Company in Champaign, highlighting the vital role of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Program and raising concern over proposed federal funding cuts.
The Anchor Point, a nonprofit organization founded by U.S. military combat veterans, first responders, and mental health professionals, is mourning the off-duty passing of Firefighter Trace Conover on July 9.
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The Champaign Fire Department and local community are mourning the unexpected off-duty passing of Firefighter Trace Conover, who died on July 9.
An 18-year-old male from St. Joseph was killed in a single-vehicle crash Thursday morning, July 10, at the intersection of County Road 1380 North (Homer Lake Road) and County Road 2400 East.
A Champaign County associate judge ruled Thursday that 33-year-old James White of Urbana must remain in custody until trial following a violent road rage incident earlier this month that allegedly involved alcohol, a high-speed chase, and gunfire.
