217 Today: U.S. Postal Service slowdowns are so bad, baby birds are dying in transit
Thursday, September 12, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about a Midwest Newsroom investigation that found shipment delays have led to many birds
Illinois politicians fired up after Harris -Trump debate
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris faced each other on the debate stage Tuesday night for the first and possibly the
Trial of former AT&T Illinois boss accused of bribing Madigan begins
CHICAGO –A Chicago jury heard opening statements Wednesday in the federal corruption trial of former AT&T Illinois president Paul La
217 Today: The Midwest and Great Plains are gearing up for water fights fueled by climate change
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn more about climate change and water scarcity in the
The latest: The Harris-Trump debate is over
Trump, a 78-year-old white man, has struggled to adapt to Harris, the first woman, Black person or person of South Asian descent to serve as vice president.
UPDATE: Co-manager of Champaign’s ‘The Beat’ program faces child pornography charges
Updated Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. A Champaign DJ with ties to live music and education programs around the city has
UPDATE: Newton County sheriff’s deputy not expected to survive after being shot in line of duty
NEWTON COUNTY, Ind. — A Newton County Sheriff’s Deputy will not survive after being shot in the line of
‘Expect a high energy experience’: Allerton Park Concert series to conclude with a bang
MONTICELLO —As summer winds down, the final show of the Allerton Park Concert series is expected to wow attendees. The
The Harris-Trump debate becomes the 2024 election’s latest landmark event
Listen to the debate Tuesday at 8pm on WILL AM 580, FM 90.9, and Illinois Soul FM 101.1 or watch the debate on WILL-TV.
217 Today: Cows produce planet-warming gases. What does that mean for a beef-lover’s diet?
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn if there are ways people can lower their carbon
Retired Springfield police sergeant arrested for aggravated DUI
Michael Egan retired as a sergeant from the Springfield Police Department last week.
Harris and Trump are prepping for the debate but their strategies are vastly different
The debate begins Tuesday at 8 p.m. CT on ABC. A simulcast will air on WILL-AM 580, FM 90.9 and Illinois Soul FM 101.1.
Cows produce planet-warming gases. What does that mean for a beef-lover’s diet?
Cattle contribute more greenhouse gases than other livestock. The reasons behind that have some ranchers trying to address environmental impacts,
217 Today: Breast cancer survivors have better outcomes with solid romantic relationships
Monday, September 9, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about new data that found supportive romantic partners can
Voice of the Voter: Spirituality playing role in ballot decision as Harris enters Presidential race
There are mixed feelings with Kamala Harris becoming the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden bowed out in July. Some
Illinois rallies in the 4th quarter to beat No. 19 Kansas 23-17
Illinois (2-0) beat a ranked nonconference opponent for the first time since topping then-No. 22 Arizona State on Sept. 17, 2011.
Health officials recall eggs after a salmonella outbreak that includes Illinois
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 65 people in nine states, including Illinois, were infected by a strain of salmonella.
How Champaign got its groove back; Inside the creation of ‘The Beat’
Nearly 2,000 attendees came to the Market Street stage at “The Beat” this summer, a new extension of Champaign’s entertainment district. But how is it giving back to our community?
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