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.
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217 Today: Illinois is transitioning to cleaner energy. Here’s how it is impacting some rural communities
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn why some rural communities in Illinois aren’t too thrilled about the state’s goal of getting to 100% clean energy by 2050.
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Kasparas Jakucionis scores 21, lifts Illinois over Missouri in 80-77 thriller
Jakucionis drove the right side of the line, stopped, pivoted and hit a turnaround jumper to put Illinois ahead 79-77 with 28 seconds left.
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House approves funding bill and sends to Senate hours before government shutdown deadline
The plan would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but drops President-elect Donald Trump’s demands for a debt limit increase into the new year. It next goes to the Senate, for expected quick passage.
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Trump’s proposed tariffs target big U.S. trading partners. What that could mean for Midwest farmers
Many economists and commodity groups say import taxes on products from countries such as China, Mexico and Canada could boomerang and harm U.S. agriculture.
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217 Today: Big box grocers dominate some markets. That impacts small grocers and food deserts
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about some of the challenges independent grocers face in low-income areas and food deserts.
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Caregivers play a crucial role in the health care system. But their needs are often unmet
Family caregivers play an important role in the well-being of older adults and can help in their recovery after an illness or hospitalization. But communication between the health care system and caregivers it often lacking.
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Prosecution rests in Madigan trial as defense calls witness dropped from feds’ list
After calling 50 witnesses over the last two months, prosecutors in former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s federal corruption trial rested their case Wednesday.
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Ahead of her retirement, Champaign City Manager Dorothy David reflects on 30 years of service
IPM’s Arjun Thakkar sat down with outgoing Champaign City Manager Dorothy David to reflect on her record and her time working for the city.
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217 Today: Ahead of her retirement, Champaign City Manager Dorothy David reflects on 30 years of service
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Dorothy David as she reflects on her tenure in Champaign.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 19 – Dec. 22
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 19 Frosty’s Holiday Wonderland Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Location: Douglass Community Center, Champaign Details: Crafts, games, and…
