The Latest: White smoke pours out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling a new pope is elected
White smoke is pouring out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, signalling that a pope has been elected to lead the Catholic Church.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana May 08 – May 11
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn more about what is coming to Central Illinois in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
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Republicans have Medicaid in their crosshairs and Illinois residents who depend on it are worried
Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of low-income people and those with disabilities. But the Trump administration wants to cut $1.5 trillion dollars in federal spending, which policy experts say won’t be possible without steep cuts to Medicaid.
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Local activists decry ‘one year of silence’ from Champaign officials on Gaza
Champaign officials have declined to take action on the conflict, saying the issue isn’t a local one. That’s prompted some local Arabs and Muslims to say they feel their safety is being ignored.
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Black smoke pours from Sistine Chapel chimney, indicating no pope was elected as conclave opens
The smoke billowed out at 9 p.m. Wednesday, some four hours after 133 cardinals solemnly entered the Sistine Chapel, took their oaths of secrecy and formally opened the centuries-old ritual to elect a successor to Pope Francis to lead the 1.4 billion-member church.
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Samuel Hall III sworn in as Rantoul’s first Black Village President
The new mayor said he wants to improve Rantoul’s infrastructure and create a more inclusive village.
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‘First-generation kid’ and fundraising leader Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi launches Senate bid
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly in the Democratic primary for the Senate seat held by Dick Durbin, who is not seeking reelection.
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217 Today: Chancellor Robert Jones reflects on leading U of I through growth and crisis
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chancellor Robert Jones, who explains what he learned from navigating crises during his tenure at the university.
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More than just a garden: how the Red Oak Rain Garden manages floods and inspires students
Average rainfall in the Champaign-Urbana area has risen in the past century, according to the Illinois State Climatologist, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources considers flooding to be Illinois’ most prominent natural disaster.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana May 08 – May 11
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, May 8 Spring Snackdown Food Truck RallyTime: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Location: Christie Clinic at the Fields, Champaign, ILDetails: Free to enter! Enjoy…
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Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias tries to bust myths about Real ID before deadline
The federal government is requiring anyone boarding a domestic flight to show either a passport or Real ID starting Wednesday.
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Private donation allows U of I Soybean Innovation Lab to resume its work
The program previously had its funding cut by the Trump administration. An anonymous $1 million donation will help keep the lab running.
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Dubbing herself an ‘underdog,’ Rep. Robin Kelly launches Senate bid to replace Durbin
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly on Tuesday became the second major Democrat to jump into the high-profile race to succeed Sen. Dick Durbin.
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Rent a chicken? More people take a crack at creating their own egg supply
People are flocking to backyard chickens this year, in part due to the sky-high cost of eggs at the grocery store.
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217 Today: Chancellor Robert Jones addresses equity gaps on campus
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chancellor Robert Jones, who shares his thoughts on the challenge of attracting more Black students to the U of I.
