Park Avenue will be closed between Randolph Street and the entrance to Hickory Point Bank. The closure will be from Wednesday, April 23 through Saturday, April 26. This will be done in order to facilitate Ebertfest 2025 at the Virginia Theater. Numerous temporary street closures will also occur in order to facilitate Illinois Race Weekend activities. The closures will begin Thursday, April 24 through Saturday, April 26.
February 26, 2025, ISP located a stolen Kia and attempted a traffic stop on I-94 southbound at 76th Street in Chicago, but the Kia fled. The Kia parked at Maple Avenue and Campbell Road and six occupants ran from the vehicle. ISP took all six occupants into custody.
Alcohol and drug impairment are estimated to be a factor in more than 47% of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois. There is one alcohol-related traffic fatality every 39 minutes in the United States. The ACE program allows officers to work even harder at removing dangerous DUI offenders from the road. This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation.
The Champaign County Executive’s office began phase one of moving into downtown Urbana earlier today. After years of planning and renovation, Champaign County officials are finalizing preparations to move into the newly refurbished Scott M. Bennett Administrative Center, formerly known as County Plaza.
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a national initiative established in 1987 by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) to raise awareness about the dangers of alcohol misuse and to reduce the stigma surrounding addiction.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has reversed course on a proposed plan to eliminate phone-based applications for Social Security benefits—thanks in large part to pressure from AARP and tens of thousands of Illinois residents.
For those looking to turn sentimental heirlooms, dream designs, or meaningful moments into timeless treasures, Champaign Jewelers is making it easier—and more personal—than ever to create one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Sump pumps are essential for protecting homes from water damage, particularly in basements and crawl spaces prone to flooding. They work by automatically removing excess groundwater that collects in a sump basin, typically during heavy rain or snowmelt, and redirecting it safely away from the home’s foundation. This helps prevent structural issues, mold growth, and costly water damage. For homes in areas with high water tables or frequent storms, a sump pump provides critical protection and peace of mind.
The City of Champaign will launch Community Development Week with a Kickoff Celebration on Monday, April 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot of the Neighborhood Services Department, located at 205 W Park Ave.
As an “Average Joe” sports fan, I will not be performing a deep dive research effort into past NBA Play-In Tournament participants and results, but I’ll guess that the Bulls and Pacers have not been a part of prior play-in tournaments.