No. 23 Illinois outlasts Purdue 50-49 in overtime on sack on 2-point conversion
The Illini hadn’t beaten the Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium since 2010.
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Oct. 10 – Oct. 13
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Milton knocks out power to millions and spawns tornadoes across Florida. At least 5 dead
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Hundreds of Florida residents were rescued Thursday from the aftermath of Hurricane Milton after the
Nearly 60% of Illinois teachers considering leaving profession, new poll shows
A poll conducted by the Illinois Education Association, the largest education organization in Illinois, indicates that 59% of teachers,
What does it mean for democracy to be a way of life?
What does a true democracy look like? And what does it take to achieve that? The speakers at this week’s
Voters consider ballot questions on reproductive health, tax reform, election interference
Results are nonbinding, but lawmakers may consider them when proposing policy Lawmakers in Illinois are asking voters to weigh
It’s warmer and drier than usual in the Midwest this fall. Here’s what that means for producers
Fall is typically a drier time of the year for the Great Plains and Midwest. But drought is once again
217 Today: In the wake of Sonya Massey’s death, Springfield will test a new way to handle mental health calls
Thursday, October 10, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how Sonya Massey’s death at the hands of law
The Latest: Tornadoes strike in Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches
Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, is churning toward Florida’s west coast. The Tampa Bay area, home to more than 3.3 million
Jury selection begins in corruption trial of longest-serving legislative leader in US history
Nearly 200 potential jurors have showed up to federal court in downtown Chicago to face questioning by attorneys in court, including questions about their familiar with the case and Madigan.
In the wake of Sonya Massey’s death, Springfield will test a new way to handle mental health calls
Massey’s death at the hands of police has prompted calls for change, but would those changes have been enough to
217 Today: Crystal Lake schools expand mental health services, including free teletherapy
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn more about mental health support services for students at
American Water temporarily pauses billing after suffering cyberattack
The parent company of Illinois American Water is pausing billing after its computer systems were breached by hackers last week.
Hospitals brace for IV fluid shortages after Hurricane Helene closes N.C. manufacturing plant
Hospitals across the U.S. are bracing for a potential shortage of intravenous fluids, also known as IV fluids, after Hurricane
Illinois AG Kwame Roul takes legal action against TikTok to protect young users
CHICAGO– Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office filed a lawsuit against TikTok for its “harmful business practices targeting children and
‘Trying to hold on to hope’: Local Jewish and Palestinian communities remember October 7 one year later
CHAMPAIGN– Vigils and gatherings were held around the country and in Champaign Monday to mark one year since an attack
217 Today: Cheap, effective generic drugs underpin U.S. health care. Now they’re under threat
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn more about the problems that threaten America’s generic drug industry.
Tips from U of I experts on how to protect yourself from deepfakes during election season
With the election less than a month away, deepfakes are a growing concern. AI-generated images, videos and audio recordings are
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