‘A legacy of compassion’: Illinois leaders react to Jimmy Carter’s death
President Joe Biden has scheduled a state funeral in Washington for former President Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9.
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Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100
The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy.
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No. 24 Illinois cruises past Chicago State 117-64 behind Kylan Boswell’s triple-double
Kylan Boswell had 18 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and Tomislav Ivisic scored 23 points to lead No. 24 Illinois to a 117-64 victory over winless Chicago State.
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Collard enthusiasts are using science and preservation to lift up rare varieties of the leafy green
Collard greens are a nutritious vegetable with a rich cultural heritage in the U.S. Now, scientists and enthusiasts are working to preserve and popularize heirloom varieties that could be tastier and more climate resilient than common grocery greens.
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Urbana commission recommends reduced speed limit, studies to reduce traffic crashes and pedestrian deaths
Members of an Urbana commission are asking officials to apply for federal grant funding and consider a reduction to the citywide default speed limit to improve pedestrian safety.
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217 Today: Collard enthusiasts are using science and preservation to lift up rare varieties of the leafy green
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how collard enthusiasts and scientists use science and preservation to lift rare varieties of the leafy green.
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Live Christmas trees accepted at local lakes
The trees create habitat for multiple fish species and promote algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 26 – Dec. 29
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, December 26 Christmas Card Lane Time: All Day Location: Preston Jackson Park, Decatur Details: The 7th annual display of larger-than-life…
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State trooper killed after driver violates Scott’s Law
An Illinois State trooper was killed in an accident earlier this week after a driver violated Scott’s Law.
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Electrochemical device developed at UIUC offers sustainable solution for PFAS removal
A class of synthetic chemicals, commonly referred to as PFAS, have raised concerns because of their link to cancers and other illnesses and their environmental persistence. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign scientists are working on developing new approaches to removing these “forever chemicals” from the environment.
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Illinois’ minimum wage to increase to $15 on Jan. 1, completing 6-year transition
The minimum wage in Illinois will increase to $15 an hour on Jan. 1, completing a six-year transition period since the increase was approved in 2019.
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Illinois is transitioning to cleaner energy. Here’s how it is impacting some rural communities
Up to 50 wind turbines are set to operate in Piatt County, Illinois, as part of the Prosperity Wind project from Apex Clean Energy. Standing more than 600 feet tall, they are the largest turbines in the state.
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Illinoisans prepare to celebrate Hannukah and Christmas on the same date
Rabbi Alan Cook of Sinai Temple in Champaign explains why this holy week means so much to so many.
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Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder and weapons charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s death
The man accused of fatally shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare pleaded not guilty on Monday to state murder and terror charges while his attorney complained that comments coming from New York’s mayor would make it tough to receive a fair trial.
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Nearly 300 new Illinois laws take effect in 2025
They include digital driver’s licenses, salary transparency and health insurance changes.
