News
11 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
11 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
11 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
11 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
11 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
11 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.

Business
11 months ago
Illinois Department of Public Health announces inclusion of community health workers grant

The initial grant awards up to $25,00 to an organization to develop a plan to promote and advance the CHW workforce in the state. Upon development, the grantee will be eligible for non-competitive annual “continuation grants” to implement the plan for up to three years with a maximum award of approximately $2 million.

IL State News
11 months ago
Governor Pritzker signs “Karina’s Law” to protect domestic violence survivors

A new law aimed at preventing domestic violence-related deaths was signed by Governor JB Pritzker on Monday, honoring the memory of Karina Gonzalez.

News
11 months ago
Why winter is the perfect time to replace your siding with Dillman Brothers

As storm damage is possible across Central Illinois due to inclement weather, Dillman Brothers is urging homeowners to be cautious when selecting a contractor for repairs.

News
11 months ago
Keep every home comfortable year-round with 217, Inc.’s HVAC and Plumbing Maintenance Plans

Tuning heating and air conditioning systems twice a year is crucial for ensuring they run efficiently and reliably throughout the seasons.