The Illinois Extension Master Gardener program is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Since its launch in 1975, the program has grown into a vibrant network of over 2,000 dedicated volunteers who contribute their passion for horticulture across the state.
Champaign County Coroner Laurie Brauer identified the victims of Wednesday night’s shooting as Janis Mason, 61, Sara Mason, 26, and Caleb Mason, 23.
A shooting in Mahomet on Wednesday night left three people dead. Police were called to the scene on S. Riverside Ct. around 9:40 p.m. after reports of multiple gunshot victims. Upon arrival, officers found three individuals with life-threatening injuries.
The cause was determined to be attributed to cooking and accidental. One occupants was treated on the scene and transported to a local hospital.
For her 30 years of service, she spent 11 as Champaign City Manager. She will be retiring on December 20, 2024 and the City would like to congratulate her for her very long and impactful service to the city and its residents.
The Urbana Park District’s (UPD) new Health and Wellness Center is nearing its grand opening, with the facility set to fully open to the public in January 2025.
Permanent appointment nominations are submitted by deans, directors, department heads, and current CAS professors, focusing on the campus’s most productive faculty members.
For many people, coming forward with information about a crime can be a stressful idea. Fear of retaliation or getting involved in a legal process can prevent people from sharing what they know.
The investigation into McElwee started on Friday, November 29 when he began talking to a police officer online who was posing as a teenager. McElwee then arranged to meet with the teeenager in person in Paxton.
In 2023, 20,00 toys were donated to the children of Champaign County and the total number of gifts in 2024 will be known following the event. This event is made possible thanks to over 200 volunteers assisting the families in registering gifts, transporting toys, and settings up the toy shop.