Illini Softball team captures another win at home against ISU
The Fighting Illini Softball team continued their winning streak Wednesday night with a 3-1 victory against Illinois State.
Billions of federal aid for farmers is due this month. Some are counting on it
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said earlier this month that economic aid payments Congress approved late last year are on the way. But with days left before the deadline, some farmers are anxiously waiting.
Community embraces Urbana’s new Health and Wellness Center as a welcoming space for fitness
The Urbana Health and Wellness Center has become a community hub, drawing in people of all ages to enjoy its recreational spaces, fitness classes and social atmosphere.
Rural schools face unique challenges filling positions
Districts finding creative solutions to persistent shortage.
217 Today: The power of mentorship through the C-U One-to-One program
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about the CU One to One Mentoring Program and how it has helped some people in the area.
Illinois extends win streak with a 6-4 victory against Indiana State University
The Fighting Illini Softball hosted their second home game of the season with a 6-4 win against the Indiana State Sycamores.
Partisan politics infiltrating non-partisan local Illinois elections
Illinois Democrats backing candidates in new strategy to get involved in all elections.
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Mar. 13 – Mar. 16
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Thursday, March 13 Live music at Gallery Art BarTime: 7:00 p.m.Location: UrbanaDetails: Featuring performances by OTNES, KASIA, and Lys Allen. Friday, March 14 (Pi…
Small town grocery stores face unique challenges. Some Midwest states are trying to help
More states in the Midwest and Great Plains are trying to support rural, independent grocery stores through tailored grant programs.
Closing Market Report turns 40 years old
The Closing Market Report turned 40 years old this year.
217 Today: Small town grocery stores face unique challenges. Some Midwest states are trying to help
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how some Midwest states are trying to help small town grocery stores.
Illinois schools turn to retirees, substitutes, outsourcing & state grants to combat prolonged teacher shortage
Annual educators’ survey showed lack of applicants, salary issues and poor working conditions among main causes.
Midgets no more? Bill would require Freeburg High School to change its mascot
A bill introduced in the Illinois General Assembly would prohibit public schools from using discriminatory references to disabilities as mascots — requiring Freeburg High School to phase out Midgets by 2028. Little people with dwarfism consider the term to be dehumanizing and derogatory. “We don’t want to erase history,” said Shelby Holloway, co-director of Mascots Matter, a national…
‘Danville’s Got Talent’ shines a spotlight on the city’s vibrant performing arts community
The city of Danville hosted its annual “Danville’s Got Talent” show at the Fischer Theater Friday night, showcasing a variety of talents and genres. Fifteen local performers competed in youth and adult divisions for cash prizes.
217 Today: Trump’s funding cuts are hitting early-career researchers the hardest
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how Trump’s funding cuts are hitting early-career researchers.