Community
7 months ago
Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend expands CPR training

The training is free of charge and open to everyone but interested individuals must register in advance here. The event was kickstarted by 45-year-old Christie Clinic surgeon Rafael Ruggieri who suffered a cardiac arrest and was saved by his son, Isaac, who provided high-quality CPR. 

News
7 months ago
FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY

Freezing rain has glazed over the roadway and crashes are blocking the southbound lanes of I-57 at Milepost 250. Traffic is slowly getting by on the right shoulder. Use caution and seek an alternate route.

IL State News
7 months ago
Jury reaches partial verdict in Mike Madigan corruption trial; deadlock on remaining charges

After 64 hours of deliberation over 11 days, the jury in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has reached a unanimous decision on 17 counts but is deadlocked on the remaining 12 charges.

Crime
7 months ago
Homicide investigation in the 1300 block of Laurel Drive

On Tuesday, February 11th, at 8:31 a.m., the Urbana Police Department responded to the 1300 block of Laurel Drive for a report of an injured individual.

News
7 months ago
Illinois ends Bruins’ seven-game winning streak in front of a sell-out crowd

Illinois snapped UCLA’s seven-game winning streak with a 80-60 victory at the State Farm Center on Tuesday night. The win handed the Bruins their first loss since January 13. 

Crime
7 months ago
Champaign woman arrested in connection with November 2024 stabbing death

A 67-year-old woman has been arrested following an investigation into the fatal stabbing of 71-year-old W. B. Curry in November 2024. Dewandee Carter of Champaign has been charged with First-Degree Murder after a lengthy investigation into the domestic altercation that led to Curry’s death.

Business
7 months ago
Common Ground Food Co-op: A hub for education, community, and sustainability

Nestled in the heart of Urbana, the Urbana Co-op has become an invaluable resource for locals seeking not only organic groceries but also a rich variety of educational opportunities.

Community
7 months ago
Danville man arrested for Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon

If anyone has information to provide about this incident please contact the Danville Police Department at 217-431-2250 or Vermilion County Crimestoppers at vccrimestoppers.org, use the mobile app. P3TIPS, or call 217-446-TIPS (8477).

Community
7 months ago
Average Joe: Welp. Football’s over. What are we most excited for next?

 The 2024 NFL and Collegiate football seasons are officially over. The Philadelphia Eagles and Ohio State are your respective champions after two compelling regular seasons and playoffs. The completion of the first season leading to the College Football Playoff National Championship and the denial of a first ever Super Bowl three peat leave us looking forward to our next sporting event buzz.

IL State News
7 months ago
Trump pardons Illinois ex-governor Rod Blagojevich

Although his first trial ended in a hung jury on 23 of 24 counts, he was convicted in 2011 on charges of shaking down a children’s hospital executive and a racetrack owner for campaign donations to the attempted Senate seat sale, for which the governor held appointment power.