Illinois transportation bills aim to address speeding and bicycle safety
The legislative package includes a high-tech crackdown on extreme speeding and a shift in the legal status of bicyclists on Illinois roads.
Trump is ending relief for international students from warzones. The relief was not used widely at the University of Illinois
International students from certain countries can work more hours and take fewer courses than is usually legal under Special Student Relief (SSR).
U of I restores access to the Canvas learning platform following ransomware attack
U of I restored access to the Canvas platform after verifying there were no security risks to bringing the platform back online after a ransomware attack.
Family, friends, supporters honor fallen Illinois police officers
Police officers, families and state officials gathered in Springfield to honor Illinois members of law enforcement who have died in the line of duty.
City of Champaign budget proposal calls for new homeless services manager, boosting fire department staff
The city’s budget proposal calls for new spending that would continue gun violence prevention programs, support homelessness services and fund pedestrian-friendly road construction projects. Officials also authorized funding to keep the Strides shelter open through June.
These citizen scientists track frog calls to monitor ecosystem health
Volunteers with FrogWatch USA track frog calls during mating season to collect data about ecosystem health.
Vaccinations for children in Illinois increased this school year, data shows
The state’s School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard shows that coverage rates for all school-required childhood immunizations are holding steady compared to last year, and all but one of those immunizations is above the state’s 95% coverage goal to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Rep. LaHood again calls for ‘off ramp’ on U.S. war in Iran to bring fuel costs down
As an advocate for budget responsibility, LaHood admitted he is uneasy about the escalating cost of the war, estimated by some analysts and government officials to be approaching $50 billion.
Striking ISU staff return to work after ratifying new 5-year contract
AFSCME Local 1110, the union representing more than 300 building services, grounds, dining services and other ISU employees, said more than 95% of them approved the five-year contract.
After one year in office, Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams reflects on progress and future goals
Williams says he remains committed to the goals he set during his campaign — especially bridging the gap between city government and Urbana residents.
Cardinal Blase Cupich discusses Pope Leo’s role in world affairs, emphasizes protection of ‘human dignity’
Cardinal Blaise Cupich discussed Pope Leo speaking up about global issues, and criticism that the Catholic Church has become political. on the 21st Show.
Rantoul to issue refunds due to incorrect property tax bills
Taxpayers in Rantoul will be reimbursed for the difference between the incorrect rate and the intended rate, according to the village.
This program helped underserved farmers access land. Then USDA cut the funding
The program’s goal was to assist historically underserved farmers and ranchers, including Black, Indigenous and immigrant farmers, veterans and people farming for the first time.
Brash CNN founder Ted Turner dies
Former CNN chief news executive Eason Jordan says Turner took inspiration from 24-hour radio stations that relayed news headlines, and endless sports highlights on ESPN
WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois May 7 – May 10
Opening night of a play, an organ concert accompanying silent films, a new outdoor market, and more are all happening in central Illinois this weekend.
Trump-backed candidates win majority of Republican primary races for Indiana Senate
The victories by Trump-backed challengers on Tuesday hand the president wins in a deep red state just four months after lawmakers rejected his redistricting plan.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Iran war, funding ICE, and redistricting
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi represents the 8th District in northern Illinois. He joined the 21st Show to share his thoughts on how the war with Iran is going, the U.S. House of Representatives voting to pass a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security minus Border Patrol and ICE, and what’s next for him after he leaves office next year.
DOJ seeking Illinois voter data to purge suspected noncitizens, documents suggest
In court filing, intervenors say the Trump administration is concealing true purpose of its case.
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