Local family hosts fundraiser to support research for rare type of muscular dystrophy
The rare genetic disease weakens the muscles a person needs to walk, eat and breathe. A mother and daughter want to raise money for further research.
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign research assistants officially join union
Research assistants at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are now represented by the Graduate Employees’ Organization, or GEO, after the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board certified the results of a recent union election.
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Champaign-Urbana Public Health District steps in for the summer as school meal programs pause
As local school districts pause their summer food services to prepare for the new academic year, the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District is stepping up to make sure children have access to meals.
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Tango beat coming to Urbana with public events and immersive workshop
Champaign-Urbana residents should grab their dancing shoes as the city is set to come alive with the sound of tango as the CU Tango Music Workshop kicks off on Sunday, July 20.
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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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Champaign-Urbana residents unite for ‘Be the Light’ protest
People lined the streets of Champaign and Urbana Thursday night to show support for those hurt by federal policies under the Trump administration.
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PHOTOS: Champaign County Freedom Celebration parade draws crowd despite later start time
Even with the summer heat in the afternoon, many families from around East Central Illinois came out to celebrate Independence Day.
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Illinois environmental advocates aim to strengthen ties with lawmakers, increase outreach amid federal policy changes
Illinois environmental advocates are working to strengthen their connections with lawmakers and communities across the state while the legislature is in recess.
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Illinois immigrant advocate responds to birthright citizenship ruling and increased immigration enforcement around the state
IPM’s Stephanie Mosqueda spoke with Fred Tsao, policy director for the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Services.
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Celebrating freedom and heritage: Nonprofit brings Black community together for Juneteenth
Children and adults marched through the streets of Urbana on Thursday to celebrate Juneteenth.
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City of Champaign receives state grant to develop countywide language access plan
The City of Champaign is receiving a state grant to develop a countywide plan supporting residents with limited English proficiency.
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Lack of state funding could put Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District’s future projects on hold
The Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District plans to expand its services next year, but that goal could be delayed if the state doesn’t provide the needed funding.
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Around the Block exhibit showcases the creativity and talent in Central Illinois
In the exhibit’s fifth iteration, the Giertz Gallery at Parkland College is showcasing the work of local artists from around Central Illinois. It runs from June 9 through July 24.
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Guatemalan consulate teams up with local immigrant organization to host a mobile clinic in Urbana
The General Consulate of Guatemala in Chicago partnered with the New American Welcome Center to bring its services to Urbana this weekend.
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217 Today: Writer Hua Hsu shares his perspective on Asian-American history
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with writer and journalist Hua Hsu about how he understands Asian American history.
