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Illinois State Police announces results of October Nighttime Enforcement Patrols
ISP targets impaired driving and occupant restraint violations during overnight patrols in Champaign County.
Motorcycle crash in Danville results in fatality
46-year-old man dies after failing to stop at stop light and colliding with Hyundai Sonata.
Rep. Brandun Schweitzer hosts RX drop-off events to promote safe medication disposal
Collaboration with Savoy and Rantoul police aims to reduce prescription drug misuse.
Illinois to face Washington in midday showdown on Big Ten Network
The Fighting Illini and Huskies square off on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 2:30 p.m. CT for the first Big Ten meeting between the two teams.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate criticizes media bias in political reporting
R. Cary Capparelli calls out 'extreme leftist' bias in major newspapers, citing the Chicago Sun-Times’ anti-ICE stance as an example.
Illinois basketball dominates in exhibition, handily beats Illinois State 92-65
Freshman David Mirkovic shines with a double-double as the No. 17 Fighting Illini overpower the Redbirds.
Flannel, food and fall fun: Flannel Fest returns to Champaign: Community Focus with Callie Luttman
Lumberjack shows, live music, hot pepper eating and pumpkin smashing pack West Side Park on October 25.
Thousands join ‘No Kings’ rally in Urbana to protest Trump administration
Demonstrators call for action against authoritarianism and federal crackdowns; local organizations and U of I students lead the charge.
Gunfire erupts in Campustown: One hospitalized, suspect at large
Police say the victim and suspect are not affiliated with U of I; Investigation ongoing after early morning shooting.
“Courage on the Block” to celebrate domestic violence survivors in Urbana
Free community event October 18 to feature music, food, and support for survivors.
“No Kings” protest returns to Urbana in nationwide push against Trump administration
Thousands expected to gather at Champaign County Courthouse to rally for healthcare, education, and democracy.
Cockroaches, moldy food lead to restaurant closures in Champaign County
All three businesses must pass follow-up inspections before resuming normal operations.
Piatt County Animal Shelter breaks ground on new facility
New Monticello building promises better conditions for animals, more space for volunteers, and launches $40,000 community fundraising effort.
6 days ago in Sports
Indiana announces new 8-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth nearly $93 million
Curt Cignetti's new deal shows Indiana isn't content with being known as just a basketball school. Indiana announced a new eight-year contract with its football coach worth at least $92.8 million on Thursday, rewarding him for pushing the Hoosiers into national championship contention in just two seasons.
6 days ago in National
Ex-Trump national security adviser Bolton charged with storing and sharing classified information
John Bolton, who served as national security adviser to President Donald Trump during his first term and later became a vocal critic of the Republican leader, was charged Thursday with storing top secret records at home and sharing with relatives diary-like notes about his time in government that contained classified information.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.
PET OF THE WEEK: Chu Chu talked throughout his visit to the studio
This tiny, six-month-old calico had the cutest meow and melted against Duane Shannon's neck when picked up.
From classroom to crime scenes: Local author Jodi Casstevens‑Short releases debut mystery novel
Retired teacher channels lifelong storytelling passion into Murdered by the Books, the first in a cozy mystery series set in small-town Illinois.
SNAP cuts drive surge in food bank demand across central Illinois
Local pantries report record-breaking need as stricter requirements leave more families without assistance.
Danville’s First Friday’s PotterFest offers wizardly fun
The spells will continue the next day on Nov. 8th from noon to 5 p.m. with a day of witchy vendor fun at Temple Plaza.
