Kasparas Jakucionis scores 21, lifts Illinois over Missouri in 80-77 thriller
Jakucionis drove the right side of the line, stopped, pivoted and hit a turnaround jumper to put Illinois ahead 79-77 with 28 seconds left.
House approves funding bill and sends to Senate hours before government shutdown deadline
The plan would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but drops President-elect Donald Trump’s demands for a debt limit increase into the new year. It next goes to the Senate, for expected quick passage.
Trump’s proposed tariffs target big U.S. trading partners. What that could mean for Midwest farmers
Many economists and commodity groups say import taxes on products from countries such as China, Mexico and Canada could boomerang and harm U.S. agriculture.
217 Today: Big box grocers dominate some markets. That impacts small grocers and food deserts
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about some of the challenges independent grocers face in low-income areas and food deserts.
Caregivers play a crucial role in the health care system. But their needs are often unmet
Family caregivers play an important role in the well-being of older adults and can help in their recovery after an illness or hospitalization. But communication between the health care system and caregivers it often lacking.
Prosecution rests in Madigan trial as defense calls witness dropped from feds’ list
After calling 50 witnesses over the last two months, prosecutors in former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s federal corruption trial rested their case Wednesday.
Ahead of her retirement, Champaign City Manager Dorothy David reflects on 30 years of service
IPM’s Arjun Thakkar sat down with outgoing Champaign City Manager Dorothy David to reflect on her record and her time working for the city.
217 Today: Ahead of her retirement, Champaign City Manager Dorothy David reflects on 30 years of service
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Dorothy David as she reflects on her tenure in Champaign.
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 19 – Dec. 22
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui 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, December 19 Frosty’s Holiday Wonderland Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Location: Douglass Community Center, Champaign Details: Crafts, games, and…
Two Danville men featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Two young men from Danville were featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for 2025.
Feds set to rest case in Madigan trial; defense prepares to call first witnesses
Prosecution ends two months of testimony with confused appearance from former state Rep. Eddie Acevedo in the Mike Madigan trial.
217 Today: Illinois DCFS director cites progress, says more changes are needed
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with the head of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services about the department’s progress and future changes.
Whooping cough cases on the rise in Champaign County
Public health officials say there have been 26 cases of pertussis reported in Champaign County this year, primarily among high school and college students.
Mississippi River mayors launch a new push for a legal agreement to manage the waterway
Legal agreements govern the Great Lakes and some river systems in the U.S., but the Mississippi River doesn’t have a compact. Some mayors on the waterway think it’s time to change that.
Urbana City Council tables measure that would require approval for police surveillance technology
Officials in Urbana have tabled an ordinance that would require the city’s police department to seek approval before purchasing and using surveillance technology, including license plate readers, facial recognition software, drones, social media analytics software, mobile X-Rays and tools used to gain access to a mobile device.