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3 weeks ago in World
Spain considers social media ban for under-16s, joining others in Europe
Spain plans to ban social media access for children under 16, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Tuesday, in a move designed to shield young people from the harms of online content.
3 weeks ago in World
Russia bombards Ukraine with drones and missiles a day before planned peace talks
Russia carried out a major attack on Ukraine overnight in what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday was a breach of its commitment to hold off on attacks on energy infrastructure, a day before representatives of the two countries were due to attend U.S.-brokered talks on ending the 4-year-old all-out war.
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District names Dr. Mamadou Tounkara as new administrator
Longtime public health leader succeeds Julie Pryde and outlines priorities focused on access, prevention and community wellbeing.
3 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports
Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flagbearers for Winter Olympics
Speedskater Erin Jackson already has made history, as the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at a Winter Olympics. Bobsledder Frank Del Duca is a sergeant in the Army, hailing from a family with deep Italian roots. They might be the perfect pair to lead the U.S. into the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
‘Today’ show host Savannah Guthrie asks for prayers to help bring her missing mom home
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is asking for prayers to help bring home her 84-year-old mother, whom authorities in Arizona believe was kidnapped, abducted or otherwise taken against her will.
Bingo fundraiser to support Catholic Charities services in Champaign and Piatt counties
Event at Savoy Elks Lodge will help fund food, housing and utility assistance programs.
Woman injured after shots fired at vehicle on Honeysuckle Lane, police say
Champaign police investigating afternoon shooting; no arrests made as of Monday evening.
Wagler earns fifth Big Ten freshman of the week honor
Illinois guard recognized after standout performances against Nebraska and Washington.
Red Cross volunteers assist 45 people after home fires across central Illinois
Six fires in one week highlight growing need for disaster response volunteers.
World War II veteran in Savoy to celebrate 100th birthday
Community to honor Navy veteran David Anderson for a century of service, sacrifice, and resilience.
Illinois 4-H seeks judges ahead of upcoming fair season
Alumni and volunteers invited to share expertise at county and state fairs in 2026.
Champaign County deputies make multiple DUI arrests during active weekend
Nine impaired-driving arrests, drugs and firearm seized in series of traffic stops across the county.
Safer Internet Day is February 10
Stay informed, as scams and online threats continue to evolve.
Fighting Illini women earn ranked road win at No. 25 Washington
Cearah Parchment and Berry Wallace power Illinois to 75–66 victory in Seattle.
3 weeks ago in National
Black History Month centennial channels angst over anti-DEI climate into education, free resources
In the 100th year since the nation's earliest observances of Black History Month — which began when scholar Carter G. Woodson pioneered the first Negro History Week — celebrations will go on. The current political climate has energized civil rights organizations, artists and academics to engage young people on a full telling of America's story.
3 weeks ago in National
5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from ICE facility in Texas
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, who were detained by immigration officers in Minnesota and held at an ICE facility in Texas, were released following a judge's order and returned to Minnesota on Sunday, according to Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.
3 weeks ago in National
Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers’ backlash
President Donald Trump said Sunday he will move to close Washington's Kennedy Center performing arts center for two years starting in July for construction, his latest proposal to upturn the storied venue since returning to the White House.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album
Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically-acclaimed "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," closing out a surprising and history-making night. It is the first time a Spanish-language album has taken home the top prize.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz is 22, he's the youngest man ever to win all four of the major titles in tennis, and he had to achieve what no man previously has done to complete the career Grand Slam in Australia.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
