217 Today: Four Republican candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to challenge two-term Governor JB Pritzker in November
Four Republican candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to challenge two-term Governor J-B Pritzker in November.
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Illinois Mens basketball bounces back with a dominant win against Indiana
Illinois Mens basketball bounces back with a dominant win against Indiana.
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Bill to regulate homeowners insurance rates could reemerge this session
Pritzker called for legislation following State Farm’s double-digit rate hike last year.
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Rick Heidner casts himself as ‘Trump Republican’ in bid to unseat Pritzker
The Barrington Hills businessman has been criticized for past donations to Democrats.
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Fear, visa delays and costs are keeping international artists from the Midwest
Performance venues and cultural organizations are seeing a spike in artists from abroad canceling performances and demonstrations — and rethinking U.S. tours.
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New C-U Public Health director says he’ll focus on access to affordable health care in Champaign-Urbana
The new head of public health in Champaign County says he’s adamant about health equity and equal access to affordable health care. Dr. Mamadou Tounkara is stepping into the role following former administrator Julie Pryde’s retirement in January after 30 years of service.
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217 Today: Visa delays, rising costs, tightening restrictions and fear are keeping international artists from visiting the Midwest
Under the Trump administration, rising visa costs and fears at ports of entry are keeping more international artists and musicians away from the Midwest.
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Former Trump campaign advisor publishes film criticizing University of Illinois’ Chinese international students
The documentary argues that Chinese students are taking Illinois student spots. Experts say that rhetoric is dangerous and wrong.
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Government | Health | Politics
Despite concerns, LaHood doesn’t break with administration over vaccinations
Congressman Darin LaHood is not breaking entirely with the Trump administration on the vaccine question — even while acknowledging he now has more than just concerns.
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Champaign Township’s new supervisor says she’s committed to keeping the Strides shelter open
Charlene Murray, who was sworn in as Champaign Township’s new supervisor Tuesday night, said she’s working to attract funding for Strides, the area’s only low-barrier shelter, which is at risk of closure.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Feb. 12 – Feb. 15
A screening of a French musical film, a tribute performance by a Chicago saxophonist, a musical dinner with a buffet of songs, and of course, live music.
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Guyton’s record-breaking three-pointers help Illinois Women’s basketball bounce back with a 92-60 win against Wisconsin
Buoyed by sophomore guard Aaliyah Guyton’s three-point shots, the Illinois women’s basketball team rebounded after back-to-back losses with a dominant 92-60 win against the University of Wisconsin.
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Urbana Park District planning new playground, skate park, walking paths for Prairie and Weaver parks
In the coming years, the Urbana Park District is planning to install new sports facilities, paved walking trails, and a spray ground among other amenities in Prairie Park and Weaver Park.
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A free speech group came to the Illini Republicans’ defense in the wake of a Title VI review
After the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign announced it would review Title VI reports of a student organization, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression wrote a letter calling the review a violation of the First Amendment.
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Trump administration again rejects Illinois’ request for disaster aid from August storm
The agency said supplemental assistance from the federal government wasn’t warranted.
