Illinois took the brunt of tornado season this year, as fewer storms touch down in Tornado Alley
Illinois leads the nation in number of tornadoes in 2026, following a trend of less tornadoes touching down in Tornado Alley and more occurring in the eastern Midwest.
This Midwest farm once raised thousands of hogs. Why is it growing mushrooms instead?
There are over 20,000 medium and large-sized concentrated animal feeding operations in the U.S. One family farm in Iowa recently transitioned their industrial hog operation to grow something else: specialty mushrooms.
Illinois women’s basketball kicks off the season with a 99-28 win against Southern University
No. 23 Fighting Illini women’s basketball (2-0) had no problems dispatching Southern University (0-2) as the team kicked off the official season with a 99-28 win Saturday afternoon.
Collin Dixon’s 2 TD catches help Illinois become bowl eligible with 24-13 victory over Nebraska
Collin Dixon’s 3- and 6-yard TD receptions gave him 12 for the year, breaking Illinois’ all-time single-season by two.
Andrej Stojakovic scores 25, Quentin Coleman adds 19 as No. 3 Illinois beats Penn 112-70
Illinois led 53-30 at halftime. Stojakovic scored 21 points in the first half and Illinois outscored Penn 30-8 over the last 10:22 to break open a tight game.
Paying farmers by how much they reduce runoff saves money and supports conservation, study finds
A study found a Wisconsin program that pays producers for measured reductions in phosphorus runoff was more cost-effective than a popular federal conservation program.
Meet huitlacoche, a gnarly corn fungus that’s now gracing plates in the Midwest
A corn infection that farmers dread is also a culinary delicacy in Mexico. Now, farmers, chefs and a secretive vegetable broker are bringing it to one Midwest city.
Welch will not seek new term as speaker after 26 House Democrats call for change
Move comes following months of criticism over handling of sexual harassment allegations.
Harry Potter fans encouraged to head to Danville Friday for evening of witchcraft and wizardry
Participants are encouraged to experience acted scenes and characters and enter a costume contest reflecting the popular fantasy series.
Meet new IPM Morning Edition local host Alex Barton
Alex Barton is the new local host for Morning Edition. IPM News’ Jim Meadows spent a few minutes getting to know him.
This 12-foot grass could help farmers earn some extra revenue — and keep their soil healthy
Giant miscanthus is a perennial grass that can be used for energy, building materials and animal bedding. Researchers say it can be planted alongside corn and soybeans and harvested in the winter, offering farmers a way to diversify their income.
Champaign County 2026 Midterm Election results
With the polls closed, IPM News is tracking results for races in Champaign County and across East Central Illinois.
Blue tsunami raises Democrats’ already massive advantages in the Illinois General Assembly
With Democratic blowouts in favor of Gov. JB Pritzker, Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Comptroller-elect Margaret Croke and all other statewide officeholders, Illinois Republicans find themselves in their bleakest position in recent memory.
WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois November 5-8
Theatrical performances, a painting class, and an early holiday event are all happening in Central Illinois this weekend.
Incumbent Aaron Ammons leads in Champaign County clerk’s race
Champaign County’s incumbent clerk, Democrat Aaron Ammons, holds a lead with 53% of the vote over his opponent, Republican Alan Anderson. Incoming mail-in votes could shift that margin.
Illinois 2026 Midterm Election statewide results
The polls are now closed. IPM News and NPR are tracking results for key races in Illinois including governor, U.S. Senate, and several congressional districts.
Will Champaign and Mahomet be able to build new middle schools? Here’s what the preliminary results say
Preliminary results show voter support for bonds for new middle schools in Champaign and Mahomet.
U.S. Rep. LaHood beats Democratic challenger Paul Nolley in Illinois’ 16th District
U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood won re-election for a seventh term in Washington, fending off a challenge from a political newcomer who benefitted from Republican unrest but could not overcome a political map that heavily favors the incumbent.
