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Budzinski and Manar spotlight Illinois’ biomanufacturing future at Parkland College
Lawmakers discuss new markets for farmers, workforce opportunities, and the impact of the iFAB Tech Hub on Central Illinois’ economy.
Champaign Police host “Coffee With a Cop” to connect with community
Residents invited to meet officers, share concerns, and enjoy conversation over coffee at The Caffeine RX on March 11.
3 days ago in Sports
Bam! Heat’s Adebayo scores 83 points, 2nd only to Wilt Chamberlain in NBA history
Bam Adebayo had a night for all time on Tuesday, with a point total second to only Wilt Chamberlain in the NBA record books. Adebayo scored 83 points, setting league marks for free throws made and attempted in a game for the Miami Heat in a 150-129 win over the Washington Wizards.
3 days ago in Sports
Italy stuns the US 8-6 in World Baseball Classic, leaving the Americans needing help to advance
Kyle Teel, Sam Antonacci and Jac Caglianone homered as Italy built a big lead and held on to stun the United States 8-6 Tuesday night in the World Baseball Classic.
3 days ago in Sports
MLB report settles World Series Game 7 plate drama: IKF was out by feet, not inches
It was the most debated play of the year in Major League Baseball, perhaps the most dissected and discussed sequence in World Series history. Should Isiah Kiner-Falefa have taken a bigger lead? Why did the third base coach draw a line in the dirt right there? What if IKF sprinted to the plate instead of sliding?
3 days ago in Lifestyle
Do you really need a water filter? Here’s what experts say
U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn't mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building's plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.
3 days ago in National
2 killed and homes damaged after tornadoes tear through Illinois and Indiana, more storms moving in
Major storms whipped up tornadoes in parts of Illinois and Indiana that leveled homes, killing at least two people and injuring others, and another round of rain, hail and strong winds made its way through the region Wednesday, authorities said.
Illinois Supreme Court weighs challenge to state gun restriction
Appeal challenges law prohibiting nonviolent felons from possessing firearms.
Champaign County holds public hearing on proposed data center moratorium
Proposed 12-month pause would regulate large data center development in the county.
Budzinski highlights park grants benefiting Champaign and Sangamon counties
State OSLAD funding will support projects including a Homer Lake nature center and park improvements across central Illinois.
Central Illinois tornado risk rises to 9 out of 10
Meteorologists warn of possible violent tornado in northern areas; residents urged to stay alert.
Homelessness data showed worsening trends, racial disparities and critical system gaps
More than 150 residents, officials and nonprofit leaders gathered at the I‑Hotel to review the region’s homeless system performance.
IHSA boys state basketball tournament returns to Champaign this week
More than 34,000 fans expected as 16 teams compete at State Farm Center March 12–14.
4 days ago in World
Iranian barrages target Israel and Gulf countries as US warns Iran of ‘most intense day of strikes’
Iran launched new attacks on Tuesday at Israel and Gulf Arab countries as it kept up pressure on the Middle East in a war started by Israel and the United States that has rattled world markets and shows no signs of a letup.
4 days ago in National
In a time of war with Iran, Americans unite in aggravation over sticker shock at the gas pump
It seems a country divided on so many fronts is finding common ground in pain at the pump, where the cost of the Iran war is hitting Americans squarely in the wallet and aggravating people across the political spectrum.
4 days ago in Entertainment
‘Dancing with the Stars’ pro Mark Ballas leaps back to Broadway in ‘Chicago’
Mark Ballas is returning to Broadway in "Chicago" and the "Dancing with the Stars" pro will be reuniting with an old friend. Ballas, playing slippery lawyer Billy Flynn starting April 6, will share the stage with his Roxie, Whitney Leavitt, the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star who was his dancing partner on "Dancing with the Stars" last year.
4 days ago in Sports
Inside the numbers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ties Wilt Chamberlain’s 20-point streak record
Wilt Chamberlain has some NBA records that might never get touched, like the 100-point game, 4,000 points in a season and a 50-point-per-game scoring average. And that means that when he does get caught — in any category — it's a big deal.
Severe weather outbreak possible Tuesday night across central Illinois
Forecasters warn Champaign area could see tornadoes, large hail and damaging winds between late afternoon and midnight.
Illinois voters urged to submit mail-in ballots early amid postal changes
Congresswoman, party leaders warn late ballots may not be counted in primary.
Verdell Jones III appointed to Urbana City Council Ward 4 seat
Mayor Deshawn Williams’ appointment approved; Jones to serve through April 2027.
