News Source: Illini Radio Group

Champaign to close part of Duncan Road for repairs

A part of the road near Parkland College is expected to be closed for two weeks.

MCORE project to shut down today without state budget

The project loses its mechanism to pay contractors at midnight tonight if no budget is in place.

2017 Central Illinois Fireworks Calendar

A running list of the fireworks celebrations for central Illinois.

Illini partner with NHL to study adding Hockey

In a press conference ahead of the NHL draft, Illini AD Josh Whitman said thinks Illinois hockey could become a rapid success.

Lots of restaurant and bar openings and closings in CU

Two new establishments set to open in Urbana, iconic Champaign bar to close, at least temporarily.

UPDATE: Luke Miller Death Investigation

Death Investigation Reveals No Evidence of Violent Crime

Illinois Football delays Memorial Stadium Renovation

Illinois AD Josh Whitman instead opting for standalone football “performance center”

Powerball and Mega-Millions drops Illinois Lottery

Lottery officials say its due to the lack of a state budget.

Leadbelly’s in Champaign has closed

The restaurant opened in the space vacated by the Fluid Events Center in late 2016.

ZZ Top, Kansas, Lily Tomlin, headline 2017-2018 Virginia Theatre slate

Other shows include Lyle Lovett, Paula Pounstone and Second City.

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