Potential NOAA weather research cuts could have consequences
The proposed budget released earlier this month “eliminates all funding for climate, weather, and ocean laboratories and cooperative institutes.
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Senate approves cuts to NPR, PBS; Illinois public media stations brace for ‘worst-case scenario’
Public broadcasting stations in the state are bracing for big changes.
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Comptroller Mendoza won’t run for reelection, opening up statewide office
The state’s chief financial officer leaves open possibility of a run for Chicago mayor.
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Senate passes $9 billion in spending cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid requested by Trump
The Senate has passed Donald Trump’s request to cancel about $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting spending, moving forward on one of the president’s top priorities despite concerns from several Republican senators.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Jul. 17 – Jul. 20
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
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Millions of acres of Midwest forest were left vulnerable by a storm. What’s being done to protect it?
A massive ice storm hit northern Michigan in late March, knocking down limbs and trees across an estimated 3 million acres. The acres of fallen trees and brush have created concern over invasive species and the looming threat of wildfires.
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Who is contributing to Illinois’ U.S. Senate candidates?
Kelly gears up for another battle vs. Pritzker-backed candidate as Krishnamoorthi hits TV.
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Illinois Head Start Association seeks to add new Trump immigration rules to its ongoing lawsuit
Federal officials have yet to issue guidance for Head Start providers on the new rules, which take effect immediately. They also skipped a 30-day review policy, the lawsuit alleges.
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Champaign-Urbana experts advise caution as ER visits from tick bites increase nationwide
Experts in Champaign-Urbana recommend residents take steps to protect themselves and their pets from tick exposure as emergency room visits related to tick bites increase nationwide.
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217 Today: Millions of acres of Midwest forest were left vulnerable by a storm. What’s being done to protect it?
In today’s deep dive, much of Michigan’s forests were damaged by a massive ice storm in March. Now officials are scrambling to clean up thousands of acres of broken trees and dead limbs.
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Illinois bet on solar to meet its climate goals. Trump has the industry in his crosshairs.
President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans earlier this month curtailed federal tax incentives for the solar energy industry and for individuals and companies that purchase solar panels.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Jul. 17 – Jul. 20
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Patricia Bradford 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, July 17 Uncorked at Krannert CenterTime: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Location: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, Urbana, ILDetails: Final installment of the…
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Global AIDS program PEPFAR saved from congressional funding cuts
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting remains part of the package and stands to lose about $1.1 billion in funding.
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Mahomet library seeks public support for expansion through referendum
The Mahomet Public Library is asking voters to support a construction project that would make the building double in size in a referendum.
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Urbana Free Library hours change during welcome desk, play area renovation
The library will renovate the welcome desk on its first floor as well as the Megan’s Room play area on the ground floor.
