When will beef prices drop? We asked a rancher, a butcher and an economist
Beef prices have hit record highs, yet American consumers haven’t stopped buying it. A look at what’s behind the steep price increase and when they might come down.
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What we know about the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
Authorities are still looking for the person who fatally shot right-wing activist and podcaster Charlie Kirk on a college campus on Wednesday.
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217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Sep. 11 – Sep. 14
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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Skyglow is erasing the stars, but smarter outdoor lighting can help bring the night back
Americans are losing their starry views to light pollution. But some communities are make lighting decisions to help preserve night skies – while benefiting wildlife and human health.
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Illinois Republican and Democratic leaders condemn killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
Kirk was a native of Arlington Heights, a northwest suburb of Chicago. He visited the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in April for his “The American Comeback Tour.”
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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college event
The death was announced on social media by Trump, who praised the 31-year-old Kirk, the co-founder and CEO of the youth organization Turning Point USA, as “Great, and even Legendary.”
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Why Gov. Pritzker says Trump’s threats to Chicago make him worry about 2026 elections
For weeks President Trump has threatened to send National Guard troops to Chicago. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says Trump’s repeated threats to send troops are a power grab while the President says it’s an effort to fight crime.
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Illinois Public Media announces staff layoffs due to federal funding cuts
Two full-time positions at the station are being eliminated and three others will remain vacant, IPM Executive Director Moss Bresnahan told staff on Wednesday.
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International student enrollment increases at University of Illinois despite Trump policies
The System announced Wednesday that international student enrollment increased 5.9% across the Springfield, Urbana-Champaign and Chicago universities.
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P. Scott Neville Jr. chosen as next chief justice on Illinois Supreme Court
Neville, 76, has served on the court since 2018 when he was appointed to fill a vacancy created by the retirement of Justice Charles Freeman.
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Sources: Darren Bailey to run for governor again in Illinois
Bailey rose to statewide notoriety in 2020 as a state lawmaker who opposed mask mandates and other COVID-19 emergency actions early in the pandemic.
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Home of the Fighting Illini renamed ‘Gies Memorial Stadium’ after $100 million gift
This donation is Illinois’ largest single gift the Athletic Department has received and one of the largest single gifts ever received by a college athletics program.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Sep. 11 – Sep. 14
Opening night of one play and auditions for another at the Station Theatre, a jazz walk, an arts festival, and more are happening in Central Illinois this week.
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217 Today: When will beef prices drop? We asked a rancher, a butcher and an economist
In today’s deep dive, beef is as expensive as it’s ever been, thanks to the high cost of cattle. Retailers of all sizes have upped their prices on steak and hamburger.
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Fatal crash in Urbana is the premise for ICE operation in Illinois
The Department of Homeland Security said in the news release that the action is in honor of Katie Abraham, a 20-year-old woman who was killed in a crash outside Carle Foundation Hospital in January.
