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Crime
1 year ago
Teen fatally shot in Urbana, police seeking public’s help

An 18-year-old male is dead following a fatal shooting Friday night in Urbana.

Business
1 year ago
City of Urbana announces community services grant program

Applications for Program Year 2026  opened on Monday, February 3, 2025 and the deadline is on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Applications can be submitted here and more information can be found at urbanail.gov.

College
1 year ago
Parkland College opens up registration for children’s summer camps

More information on sumemr camps are available at parkland.edu/ceRegister. For more information about CFK or DiscoverU summer camps, contact Community Education at communityeducation@parkland.edu or by phone at 217/351-2235.

News
1 year ago
Fighting Illini extend winning streak with 73-60 victory over Northwestern

Illinois extended its winning streak to five games with a commanding 73-60 victory over Northwestern on Thursday night at State Farm Center. The Fighting Illini secured their sixth-straight win over the Wildcats, improving to 18-5 overall and 8-4 in Big Ten play this season.

News
1 year ago
Fatal crash in Champaign County results in one fatality

A fatal two-vehicle traffic crash occurred Thursday, February 6 at approximately 4:56 p.m. in Champaign County. Sheriff’s deputies responded to the collision at the intersection of County Road 2700E and County Road 100N.

Entertainment
1 year ago
“That’s What She Said” returns to Parkland College, featuring 94.5’s Callie Luttman

That’s What She Said (TWSS) will take the stage once again at Parkland College Theatre Saturday for matinee and evening shows.

Community
1 year ago
Inaugural FusionFest takes place at the Krannert Center

The event featured an evening with people from all backgrounds celebrating rich and diverse traditions. It was a celebration of Asian cultures with over 18 unique performances from local children’s groups to internationally renowned performers and everything in between.

Business
1 year ago
Champaign Unit 4 School District hosts Career & Technical Education Education Career Fair

The fair covers topis from Industrial Technology to family consumer science, business to skilled trades. Students will discover their passions and develop successful postsecondary plans. The public and the media are invited to attend. The fair is located at Champaign Central High School at Combs Gym.

IL State News
1 year ago
Illinois Housing Development Authority announces $16 million for Home Improvement Program

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at helping low- and extremely low-income homeowners make necessary repairs to their homes.

Agriculture
1 year ago
IDOA launches new I-COVER program to promote cover crops in Illinois

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced the launch of the I-COVER Program (Infield Conservation for Operationalizing Vital Ecosystem Resilience), supported by a $7 million USDA grant. The new program aims to encourage Illinois farmers and landowners to adopt cover crops and enhance their soil conservation practices.