Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for parts of Central Illinois
Meteorologist Andrew Pritchard said that hail up to an inch in diameter is a possibility.
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Pritzker denies traveling on Epstein’s plane after Bill Clinton’s since-recanted testimony
Clinton spokesperson says president was referring to a foundation trip to Africa.
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A proposed Clean Water Act change could remove protections from 80% of American wetlands
Environmental advocates say the outlined revision ignores science and threatens water quality, while farm groups argue it offers landowners needed clarity about which parts of their land count as federally protected.
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U.S. evacuates diplomats, shuts down some embassies as war enters fourth day
The U.S. and Israel kept up their attacks in Iran. Explosions were heard in the Iran’s capital and other parts of the country.
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217 Today: State Farm reports strong growth — and shares some of it with policyholders
State Farm is sharing some of its profits with policyholders after having success last year.
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State Farm reports strong growth — and shares some of it with policyholders
The net worth of State Farm ended 2025 at $170 billion, compared to $145.2 billion at the end of 2024. The increase came from improved operations and growth in investments.
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C-U community groups gather to discuss breaking the cycle of youth relationship violence
Breaking the Cycle, an event to start a dialogue around teen dating violence and interventions for affected youth, was held Wednesday. Panelists emphasized the importance of inviting young people to lead the conversation about solutions.
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Meet Chyna Figueroa-Dixon & Ryan Musgrove, Democratic candidates for Champaign County Board District 6
This year’s primary election for the Champaign County Board has only one contested race: for the 6th District. The winner of the Democratic primary is presumed to be the representative for the district, since there are no Republican candidates.
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‘Standing on the shoulders of giants’: C-U groups honor the legacies and sacrifices of Black Veterans
A Black History Month event hosted by Healing Invisible Wounds in partnership with the local NAACP and the Veterans Assistance Commission, speakers honored the historical legacies and sacrifices of Black veterans.
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Illinois politicians react as U.S. launches missile strikes in Iran
Politicians in Illinois are weighing in on President Trump’s decision to launch military operations in Iran.
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Hegseth: ‘We didn’t start this war but under President Trump we’re finishing it’
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said Monday the U.S.-Israeli action against Iran was in response to the Islamic republic’s years-long targeting of the U.S. military and interests around the world.
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217 Today: Flyover Film Studios in Rantoul brings new growth to central Illinois’ film industry
The story behind the new Flyover movie studios in Rantoul. The studio launched only a few years ago – but it’s already being recognized by state leaders for bringing notable economic growth to Illinois.
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Flyover Film Studios in Rantoul brings new growth to central Illinois’ film industry
Flyover Film Studios, a company that launched in late 2022, has already been recognized by state leaders for bringing notable economic growth to Illinois.
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What to know about the latest US-Israeli attacks on Iran
Six U.S. service members have been killed, including three killed in the Saturday attack on Iran, according to U.S. Central Command.
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Illinois women’s basketball falls short in last game of the season against Minnesota
The Illinois women’s basketball team lost 78-73 to Minnesota on Sunday. Following the team’s 10th loss of the season, the Illini now prepare to head to the Big Ten Tournament in Indiana.
