217 Today: Western Illinois University getting outside perspective on addressing challenges

Flash Index shows Illinois economy’s growth rate is up for the third month in a row.

The University of Illinois Flash Index to the state’s economy rose for the third time in as many months, reaching 103.0 in April. The index based on state tax receipts had dropped to 102.5 in January, but has been rising steadily since then. Any Flash Index reading above 100 indicates growth in the Illinois economy.

217 Today: Palestinian NIU graduate student adds voice to call for ceasefire in war in Gaza

Monday, May 6, 2024 Today’s headlines: A coalition of organizations is suing the City of Chicago for denying a permit to march downtown during this

Dr. Irfan Ahmad dies at 66 of respiratory complications

CHAMPAIGN – Long-time community member and activist died unexpectedly of respiratory complications Wednesday night at age 66. Dr. Irfan Ahmad was an active and well-known

Democrats flex muscle to kick off final month of session as revenues remain on track

Forecasting agency says there’s ‘no April surprise’ as month’s haul meets expectations.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana May. 02 – May. 05

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Taking the fight South? Pritzker’s nonprofit spends $500K in Florida — battling over abortion rights

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is taking aim at the country’s next big abortion rights battle with a $500,000 investment to support a ballot initiative that would enshrine abortion protections in Florida’s constitution.