Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Coroner’s office releases names of Sunday’s shooting victims

The CCCO has confirmed that the 18-year-old male victim was George Dorris-Rodgers, and the female victim, also 18-years-old, was Daniyjah Staple.

High School
2 years ago
Central High School juniors shine in Illinois All-State’s 2025 production of “The Prom”

Brady Hong and Jordan Rinkenberger, local students in the Central High School theatre program, were chosen through a thorough series of auditions to participate.

Obituaries
2 years ago
Alice Prickett

Alice had an interesting career as a Scientific Artist for the Illinois State Natural History Survey, the Department of Entomology, and the School of Life Sciences at the University of Illinois.

Obituaries
2 years ago
Janice Loretta Sanford

Janet attended Danville schools and was a lifelong homemaker.

Obituaries
2 years ago
Joy Ellen Patterson

Joy was an accomplished exhibiting artist. Hundreds of her paintings hang in homes and businesses in the Chicago area.

News
2 years ago
Urbana still reports experiencing issues in the wake of Microsoft outage

City IT manager says operations aren’t quite at 100%.

Entertainment
2 years ago
Experience Shakespeare Under the Stars: Starling Shakespeare Co. brings Twelfth Night to Boneyard Creek Crossing

With a cast of only five actors, Starling Shakespeare Company delivers fast-paced, playful, and nimble interpretations of the Bard’s classic plays.

News
2 years ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Perfect conditions for the 171st Champaign County Fair

Rain is on a vacation until next week, but even with its return, the temperatures are playing it cool and staying below average.

Entertainment
2 years ago
WEEKEND ROUNDUP: Top things to do in Champaign-Urbana

Prepare to indulge in a variety of foods on a stick, explore the orchard, or enjoy a theatrical performance.

Crime
2 years ago
SCS deputy arrested for shooting unarmed Black woman who sought help from 911

“I am enraged that another innocent Black woman had her life taken from her at the hands of a police officer,” Governor J. B. Pritzker said.