Business
1 year ago
The Illinois Soybean Association is hosting an herbicide workshop

The workshop will cover the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new herbicide strategy and will take place on January 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Crop Science Research Education Center in Champaign. The workshop provides attendees with the latest EPA herbicide regulations and practical strategies for compliance.

Community
1 year ago
Illinois iLottery player wins over $2 million before New Year’s Eve

The third highest was won in March 2024 with the Illinois Super Jackpot. Fast Play is a quick and easy draw game that can be played at any time, with over 25 games offered at different price points and play styles.  Download the Illinois Lottery app to keep up to date with the current jackpots.

Business
1 year ago
City of Urbana announces $1 million grant funding to homelessness

Public and private non-profit organizations are able to apply. The Housing and Homeless Innovations Round II is funded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the American Rescue Plan Act, and the City of Urbana general funds.

News
1 year ago
Champaign has set Christmas tree pick up; Urbana may be delayed due to storm

Champaign and Urbana have set days for Christmas tree pick up, but the storm may have impacted that schedule.

News
1 year ago
Sidewalk snow removal ordinance in effect for Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas

The City of Champaign has activated the sidewalk snow and ice removal ordinance for the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas following a weekend snowstorm that dropped at least two inches of snow.

Crime
1 year ago
Champaign man arrested in Danville on drug and weapons charges

A 31-year-old Champaign man was arrested Monday evening after a routine traffic stop led to the discovery of over 500 grams of cannabis and an illegal firearm.

Education
1 year ago
Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation hosting first “We are the Schools Music Fest”

The Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) is gearing up for its inaugural “We Are the Schools Music Fest,” a unique event designed to celebrate the local school community, music scene, and the people who make a difference in education.

Community
1 year ago
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services participating in TMaH Model

The initiative aims to reduce disparities in access and promote equitable care in alignment with the Pritzker Administration. Through this model, the Illinois Medicaid program will receive technical assistance and more resources to address gaps in maternal health care.

Community
1 year ago
The DCFS collaborates with other organizations to raise awareness of human trafficking

To report suspected human trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at humantraffickinghotline.org, 1-888-373-7888 or text 233733.

Community
1 year ago
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets for the winter

Interested individuals should visit RedCrossBlood.org, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.