News
6 months ago
Pet of the Week: Meet Luna, the dog who loves everyone and everything (and she’s small)

Luna is a cuddly, one-year old Patterdale/Terrier mix.  She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped and weighs a mere 16 lbs. Luna loves people, loves to cuddle and does well with other dogs, cats and children.  Luna is the whole package. Foster to adopt is always an option to see if Luna is a good fit with your family and lifestyle.

Entertainment
6 months ago
Miller Holler set to rock The Cadillac in Paxton on May 16

Get ready for a high-energy night as Nashville-based country rock band Miller Holler takes the stage at The Cadillac in Paxton on Friday, May 16 from 8 to 11 p.m. Known for their fiery performances and infectious energy, the band promises a night of both original songs and country rock covers that’ll keep the crowd on their feet.

Community
6 months ago
Urbana Park District welcomes new board members, elects officers

The Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting Tuesday evening, marking a leadership transition with the swearing-in of two new board members, the election of new officers, and heartfelt farewells to two long-serving public servants.

Crime
6 months ago
Body found in Heritage Lake in Rantoul, investigation underway in Rantoul

Authorities in Rantoul are investigating after a body was discovered in Heritage Lake.

News
6 months ago
UI College of Medicine alumnus and civic leader Bryan Traubert appointed to U of I Board of Trustees

The University of Illinois System is welcoming a prominent civic leader, physician, and alumnus to its Board of Trustees. Governor JB Pritzker on Monday appointed Dr. Bryan S. Traubert to serve as a voting trustee through January 2031, pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.

news
6 months ago
UIUC remembers Illini coaching legend “Itch” Jones, mentor to current Coach Hartleb

The University of Illinois and its baseball community are remembering one of their most influential figures, Richard “Itch” Jones, a legendary coach whose legacy touched both Champaign and the national stage. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale. In case of rain, the event will move to the Charles Helleny Pavilion inside Banterra Center.

News
6 months ago
Illini football season tickets nearly sold out ahead of 2025 campaign

Season tickets for the 2025 Illinois football season go on sale to the general public this Thursday at 9 a.m. 

Agriculture
6 months ago
FDA issues class I recall for tomatoes in Illinois due to salmonella risk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a Class I recall for fresh tomatoes distributed in Illinois due to potential Salmonella contamination. This classification indicates a high risk of serious adverse health consequences or death.

IL State News
6 months ago
Illinois set to end health care program for undocumented adults amid budget strains

A state-funded health care program that provides coverage to more than 30,000 noncitizens in Illinois, including many without legal immigration status, is set to be eliminated on July 1 as part of Governor JB Pritzker’s proposed budget cuts.

News
6 months ago
Illinois extends Bielema, Underwood through 2030 with new six-year contracts

he University of Illinois has officially locked in the leadership of its two premier sports programs, announcing six-year contract extensions for football head coach Bret Bielema and men’s basketball head coach Brad Underwood. The deals, announced Tuesday, will keep Bielema and Underwood in Champaign through 2030 and 2030–31 respectively, pending approval by the university’s board of trustees on May 22.

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