Illinois lawmakers race to support and criticize Biden for dropping out of presidential race
Democrats are set to hold their convention in Chicago in August.
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At the RNC: Illinois Rep. Mary Miller takes questions from reporters
MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday morning at the Republican National Convention, Representative Miller briefly addressed reporter’s questions about Donald Trump, immigration, and crime. Because Miller rarely gives interviews to reporters, we’re sharing her responses with you. The news conference started with a question about why many GOP leaders from Illinois opted to skip this year’s Republican…
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 18 – Jul. 21
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, July 18 Krannert Center Uncorked with Decadents at Krannert Center for Performing Arts Time: 5:00 p.m. Location:…
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On the streets of the RNC in Milwaukee: thumbs up for VP pick JD Vance
Trump’s team has less than four months to strengthen Vance’s profile.
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Storms continue in East Central Illinois overnight
A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan and Wisconsin until 1 AM CDT
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On the streets of the RNC in Milwaukee: disagreement on how to reduce political tensions
MILWAUKEE – Nearly 2,500 delegates are gathering in Milwaukee this week for a roll call vote to select the Republican presidential nominee. It comes as Americans are still reflecting on an attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump, at a political rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. Trump was injured in the attack that also killed a spectator…
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Illinois leaders react to Trump rushed off stage after shots fired
Donald Trump’s campaign said in a statement that he was “fine” after being whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 11 – Jul. 14
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, July 11 Sean Kingston at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Devon Lakeshore…
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Hurricane Beryl’s remnants to bring heavy rainfall and potential flooding to Illinois
Meteorologists in Illinois are closely tracking Hurricane Beryl, as the storm’s remnants are forecasted to sweep through the state from late Tuesday into Wednesday. Beryl touched down in Texas early Monday as a Category 1 hurricane. It was quickly downgraded to a tropical cyclone and shifted northeast towards Illinois. The aftermath of Hurricane Beryl is…
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 04 – Jul. 07
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. Audiofeed Music Festival at Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana Date & Time: Starts Thursday July 4th, runs through Sunday night. More…
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Here’s where you can see July 4th fireworks in Central Illinois – 2024
A list of local fireworks displays June 30-July 8.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jun. 27 – Jun. 30
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. Riggs-Fest 2024 at Riggs Taproom in Urbana Date & Time: Thursday, June 27th, starts at 3:00 p.m.; continues Friday, starts at…
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Storms possible in East-Central Illinois tonight and overnight
TUESDAY SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE: Residents of Champaign-Urbana and surrounding areas in east-central Illinois should be prepared for potential thunderstorms this evening and overnight. Damaging wind gusts over 70 MPH will be possible, along with isolated tornadoes and hail. Repeated rounds of thunderstorms may also lead to rainfall totals over 3 to 5 inches in some…
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jun. 20 – Jun. 23
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. Syleena Johnson Uncorked Juneteenth Celebration at Krannert Center in Urbana Date & Time: Thursday, June 20th, 6:00 p.m. …
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Grammy nominee Syleena Johnson returns to CU to celebrate Juneteenth with free concert
On June 20, Syleena Johnson will headline a concert at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Stage 5, sponsored by Illinois Public Media’s new station Illinois Soul. Doors for the free concert open at 5:00 p.m. Music starts at 6:00 p.m.
