New film festival celebrates the legacy of Danville native Gene Hackman
The two-day festival includes movie screenings, a discussion with a film critic, and food.
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After his first 100 days in office, what’s Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams planning next?
At his 100-Day address on Wednesday, Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams said he will continue to carry the people’s vision for the city forward with honesty and integrity.
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217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 14 – Aug. 1
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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Illinois Dem leaders Welch, Harmon eye same state central committee post
llinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Illinois Senate President Don Harmon downplay the potential of a heavyweight power struggle..
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Springfield attorney Don Tracy announces U.S. Senate bid
Tracy took over as state GOP party chair in 2021.
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Trump taps NIU grad to head Bureau of Labor Statistics
E.J. Antoni received both a Master’s and Ph.D. in economics from NIU. Antoni was a graduate assistant at the university for almost four years, up until his graduation in 2020.
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Illinois redistricting effort possible, but unlikely to yield more Democratic seats
Gov. JB Pritzker touts redistricting in response to Texas, but his legislative allies cite no signs of movement on the issue in Springfield.
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217 Today: Illinois redistricting effort possible, but unlikely to yield more Democratic seats
In today’s deep dive, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker talks about fighting fire with fire as President Trump pushes a mid-decade redistricting effort in Texas – but what does that look like in Illinois?
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 14 – Aug. 17
An educational nature hike, a film festival celebrating an Oscar-winning actor, a gala celebrating student films, and more are happening in Central Illinois this week.
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Pritzker signs police background check expansion in Sonya Massey’s honor
Deputy accused of Sangamon County woman’s murder had troubling past.
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Jeffries, top Illinois Dems hope voters will punish Republicans in 2026
Lawmakers discuss impacts of One Big Beautiful Bill on Illinois residents.
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Urbana appoints new Deputy Chief of police
Zachery Mikalik has been with the Urbana Police Department for nearly 18 years,.
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Families get sneak peek of Urbana’s new Sixth Grade Center before schools open
On Monday, Urbana District 116 invited families into its newest school, the Urbana Sixth Grade Center on the site of the former Wiley Elementary School.
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Gov. JB Pritzker, on ‘Meet the Press,’ says he won’t rule out 2028 presidential run
Pritzker, who was on Kamala Harris’ vice presidential shortlist, has been asked about his political future for years — and he’s always vowed Illinois was his first priority.
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Which Republicans are seeking statewide office in 2026? So far, hardly any
On the Republican side, it’s a ghost town in primary races for statewide offices so far.
