Toshi Reagon brings political opera to life at Krannert Center
Octavia Butler’s science fiction novel, Parable of the Sower, comes to The Krannert Center For the Performing Arts, the weekend of April 28, 2023.
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Measure would require schools to notify parents of bullying incidents within 24 hours
Districts would also collect data on bullying for six years to inform next steps.
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Federal judge refuses to block assault weapons ban enforcement
Case is one of several challenging new law’s constitutionality.
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Illinois Race Weekend will close several Champaign Urbana streets
URBANA – Several streets in Champaign-Urbana will be closed for the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon Race Weekend. Organizers say the best way to avoid closures is to drive along Neil Street on the west, University on the north, High Cross Road on the east, and Curtis Road on the south. On Friday, several streets on…
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217 Today: Substandard housing in Champaign has left residents displaced and sick
Thursday, April 27, 2023 Today’s headlines: After a year of bargaining – and a six-day strike – faculty and staff at Eastern Illinois University have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract. Jurors in the Commonwealth Edison bribery trial of four former executives and lobbyists are asking questions during their first full day of deliberations. Democratic State…
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Eastern Illinois University faculty approve new contract after strike
After a year of bargaining – and a six day strike – faculty and staff at Eastern Illinois University have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract.
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Providers, unions call for pay increase for staff serving individuals with developmental disabilities
Advocates differ on language requiring strict pass-through of state funding to staff.
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Businesses lobby governor, Statehouse leaders in Springfield
Manufacturers, retailers hold joint convention as lawmakers enter final stretch.
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Legal abortions in the U.S. dropped 6% after Roe fell, despite an uptick in some states
Some days, the phones at the Trust Women Wichita clinic ring nonstop, and staff are unable to keep up. Since the U.S. Supreme Court ended federal protections for abortion last summer, the clinic has had a math problem: too many patients desperate for care with limited time and resources to see them. “We are averaging…
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217 Today: Illinois colleges expand cannabis classes
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 Today’s headlines: The case against four former Commonwealth Edison executives and lobbyists is now in the hands of a federal jury. Southern Illinois University trustees will vote on next year’s tuition and fee schedules when they meet this week in Carbondale. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled to keep the abortion…
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Carbon capture technology draws the attention of lawmakers, environmental advocates
Lawmakers consider new regulations of the technology as projects seek approval.
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‘Corrupt influence’ or ‘collateral damage’? Jury to decide fate of ‘ComEd Four’
Bribery trial comes to a close after attorneys have last words.
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217 Today: Climate change affects largest maple syrup producer in Illinois
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 Today’s headlines: Republicans in the Illinois Senate say they want a chance for their legislation to be heard – particularly when it comes to victims’ rights. Cook County Health has received nearly $1 million to replace aging equipment for the most vulnerable newborns. A new student ensemble at the University of…
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Biden announces 2024 reelection bid: ‘Let’s finish this job’
The Democratic president is asking voters to give him more time to “finish the job” he began when he was sworn into office and set aside their concerns about extending the run of America’s oldest president for another four years.
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Gettin’ to It: The Jazz Life of Christian McBride
URBANA – Jazz legend Christian McBride visited the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana campus in Spring 2022. He spent the majority of the week working with students in the School of Music through masterclasses, culminating in a performance of his work, “The Movement Revisited: A Musical Portrait of Four Icons,” at Krannert Center for the Performing…
