A black bear has been confirmed moving through southwestern Illinois, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced last week. While large predators such as black bears, wolves, and cougars are rare in Illinois, occasional sightings occur as these animals sometimes cross state borders.
Pride Month 2025 is alive and thriving in the Champaign-Urbana area, offering a vibrant array of events that honor the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience, creativity, and love. From concerts to crafts and community gatherings, the month is packed with opportunities to show support and celebrate.
Illinois lawmakers have unanimously passed Anna’s Law, a bill that would require all police officers to undergo trauma-informed sexual assault training before taking their oath—and repeat it every three years. The legislation now awaits the governor’s signature.
Students and community members are invited to enjoy a summer evening under the stars as the Illini Union Board continues its Summer Films on the Quad series with a free screening of One of them Days on Thursday, May 29 at 9:00 p.m. at Anniversary Plaza.
A groundbreaking new initiative in Danville is bringing hope and opportunity to local families looking for affordable housing. Real estate agent Hayley Siefert of the Siefert Team at Keller Williams Realty and Wes Taylor of Taylor Construction and Design have teamed up with the City of Danville to build four new-construction homes — the first of their kind in years.
Crews with the Champaign Fire Department responded late Monday night to a fire that broke out behind Sam’s Club on North Prospect Avenue.
The timeless music of Carole King takes center stage at the Virginia Theatre this summer as the Champaign Urbana Theatre Company (CUTC) and J. Barry Howell present the Tony and Grammy Award-winning production “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.”
Less than a month after five of its seven members were sworn in, the newly restructured Champaign Unit 4 school board is preparing to cut ties with Superintendent Shelia Boozer, nearly a year before her contract is set to expire.
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), through its Office of Tourism, has announced the addition of 20 new small businesses to the prestigious Illinois Made program, celebrating the artisans, creators, and entrepreneurs whose work embodies the spirit and cultural richness of the state.
National Hamburger Day is being celebrated on Wednesday, May 28, with $5 burgers at participating locations. This one-day-only offer is a tribute to America’s favorite sandwich in Champaign County.