The celebration takes place at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and doors will open at 4:00 p.m. and the events 5:00 p.m. The keynote speaker will be Reverend Dr. Claude E. Shelby, Sr., Pastor Emeritus at Salem Baptist Church.
“As job growth reaches across the state, we remain committed to investing in the necessary tools and resources for the state’s strong economic landscape,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “IDES continues to assist in matching jobseekers with employers to ensure both are finding the right fit for their needs.”

Residents who rely on the curbside U-Cycle recycling program are being notified of schedule changes this week due to the holiday season.

OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville welcomed twins on Christmas day.

Two baby girl twins were born at the OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville on Christmas day.

The law encompasses a broad range of reproductive health decisions, including assisted reproductive technologies, prenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care, abortion, birth control, fertility or sterilization care, and miscarriage management care.

To increase your odds of winning the billion dollar jackpot, the Illinois Lottery has revealed the stores selling the most winning Mega Millions tickets of 2024. Tickets may be sold locally with over 7,000 retailers across Illinois or with the Illinois Lottery website.
”We know that many people will likely receive tickets to Friday’s drawing as holiday gifts, and what a gift that would turn out to be if you ended up with a ticket worth a $1.15 billion jackpot,” said Joshua Johnston, lead director for the Mega Millions Consortium.
Documentary Short Films will be featured at the Savoy 16 theater on Sunday, December 29 at 4:00 p.m. For more information, visit experiencecu.org.
Upon arrival on the scene, the other party swiftly left the scene. The investigation is still ongoing and officers are canvassing the surrounding area for any witnesses and video footage that can be of assistance. Residents and businesses in the area are encouraged to notify the Champaign Police Department.