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Excessive Heat Warning Through Saturday

Temperature will soar to dangerous levels this weekend. Please take precautions and check on family members who may be sensitive to the rising temperatures.

Heat Advisory This Weekend

High temperatures will peak in the mid 90’s this weekend, and heat indices will be between 105 and 110 degrees Friday and Saturday.

Funnel Clouds over Central Illinois

Some funnel clouds have been reported in and around Champaign-Urbana. Here’s what you need to know.

Fighting Illini Basketball Unveils Major Renovation to Ubben Practice Facility

Fighting Illini Basketball is getting a much needed facelift for their practice facility. Josh Whitman announces a $30 Million renovation and expansion of Ubben Practice Facility.

Severe Storm Damages Champaign Neighborhood.

Severe weather swept through on Sunday damaging homes and cutting off power to thousands in southwest Champaign.

Illinois Legislature Passes Budget, Rauner Promises Quick Action

The budget, which is balanced, and bipartisan will be sent to Rauner for his signature.

Bergner’s parent company Bon Ton to liquidate, all stores will close

Bergners, at Marketplace Mall will remain open while the company executes store liquidation sales.

OSF Reaches Deal with Blue Cross Blue Shield

Coverage is retroactive to Februry 1st, when OSF took over operations from Presence Healthcare.

The famed Deluxe Fish Sandwich returns to CU

Famous sandwich returns for a limited time at Dublin’s Pub in downtown Champaign.

Police: Attempted Child Abduction in Champaign

Child was approached by a white male, approximately 40 years old, in a red Dodge four-door pickup around 7am near Morrissey Park.

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