Illinois House overrides Rauner veto, Illinois passes budget

Veto override ends over two years of partisan gridlock in the State of Illinois legislature.

Two new food trucks hitting the streets of Champaign

One truck will feature BBQ and Tacos, while the other will feature “Comfort Food”

Christensen denied bail, prosecution says he ID’d more victims at vigil.

Christensen faces federal kidnapping charges in the disappearance of U of I scholar Yingying Zhang

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”