The ramp in Champaign is temporarily closed due to an oversize load that slid off the roadway onto the shoulder. A recovery is currently in progress. The closure is predicted to last less than two hours.
Park Avenue will be closed between Randolph Street and the entrance to Hickory Point Bank. The closure will be from Wednesday, April 23 through Saturday, April 26. This will be done in order to facilitate Ebertfest 2025 at the Virginia Theater. Numerous temporary street closures will also occur in order to facilitate Illinois Race Weekend activities. The closures will begin Thursday, April 24 through Saturday, April 26.
Alcohol and drug impairment are estimated to be a factor in more than 47% of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois. There is one alcohol-related traffic fatality every 39 minutes in the United States. The ACE program allows officers to work even harder at removing dangerous DUI offenders from the road. This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation.
The kicks will take place toward the south goal post on the field at Memorial Stadium. Check-in for students will be in the northwest tunnel of Memorial Stadium beginning at 3:30 p.m. Students are required to fill out the RSVP here and be a 2025 season ticket holder to participate. University of Illinois i-cards will be required for check-in.
The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend, Champaign-Urbana’s biggest annual event, is fast approaching—set for April 24 through 26. But with just days to go, organizers say they still need about 100 volunteers to help make the weekend a success.
“The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend truly wouldn’t be what it is today without the incredible support from our local community,” said Jan Seeley, race director of Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend. “Our race team is so thankful for all they do for us, and we continue to do all we can to return the favor. These expanded programs will help us all grow together and create opportunities for everyone to succeed on and off the race course.”
According to the Council of State Community Development Agencies, National Community Development Week was created in 1986 by the National Community Development Association and other organizations to bring attention to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) when the program was facing scrutiny by Congress. It also provides the opportunity to support the HOME Investment Partnerships program. The point of week is to raise awareness of the impact and need for CDBG and HOME funding.
Tony is a handsome and curious young tabby who is getting used to the good life indoors. He loves playing with his siblings, chasing after toys, and finding the perfect sunny spot for a nap. While he’s still learning to fully trust people, he’s already showing his sweet and affectionate side. With a little patience and plenty of playtime, Tony will make a wonderful companion who will bring joy to his forever home.
The juvenile was also arrested on possession with intent to deliver more than 500 grams of cannabis-infused edibles on Urbana School District property. An investigation began after a student sought medical attention and was found to have consumed cannabis edibles. Urbana Police School Resource Officers in collaboration with Urbana School District officials began their investigation. They then identified and apprehended the suspect and he was transported Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center, where he is being held pending future court proceedings.
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