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Whooping cough cases on the rise in Champaign County

December 17, 2024

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

December 17, 2024

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

December 17, 2024

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.

A look back at the late Zakir Hussain’s performances in Urbana

December 17, 2024

Renowned Indian musician Zakir Hussain, who died this week, performed twice in Urbana within the last few years.

Former Madigan ally contradicts past statements after being ordered to testify

December 17, 2024

Ex-state Rep. Eddie Acevedo was forced to take the stand during the Madigan trial despite objections over his dementia.

Sam Banks is third school board member to resign from Champaign Unit 4 this year

December 16, 2024

Sam Banks is the third Champaign Unit 4 school board member to resign this year. All three have cited unproductive tensions in the group.

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More of the nation’s milk supply will be tested for bird flu under a new federal rule

December 16, 2024

The new strategy aims to pinpoint where bird flu exists in the U.S. and halt its spread. There have been hundreds of cases in cattle and dozens in humans.

Rhythm and roots: The restorative power of Black holiday music

December 14, 2024

From the tone and tenor of Black holiday music, what brings the spirit more than sounds that bring a community together?

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Illinois teachers urging lawmakers to help them use artificial intelligence safely in the classroom

December 13, 2024

A group of teachers have published a report through the nonprofit Teach Plus asking the General Assembly to provide guidance to schools “with urgency.”

Lobbyist testifies ‘loyalty’ to Madigan led him to make payments to ousted staffer

December 12, 2024

After nearly a dozen years working for Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, Tom Cullen went out on his own in 1999, building up a lengthy roster of diverse – and often high-paying – clients that kept him busy.

Temperatures in the single digits greet Central Illinoisans, light snowfall expected

December 12, 2024

Central Illinoisans woke up to freezing temperatures Thursday morning with light snow expected to fall starting in the afternoon.

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Amidst a biodiversity crisis, these Champaign County groups are working to restore native ecosystems

December 12, 2024

The Midwest has seen an incredible loss of native prairies and wetlands over the past few centuries. The changes have been driven primarily by farming and urban sprawl. But in east-central Illinois, several initiatives aim to bring back native ecosystems.

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 12 – Dec. 15

December 11, 2024

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

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 26 – Dec. 29

State trooper killed after driver violates Scott’s Law

Live Christmas trees accepted at local lakes

Electrochemical device developed at UIUC offers sustainable solution for PFAS removal

Illinois’ minimum wage to increase to $15 on Jan. 1, completing 6-year transition

217 Today: Illinois is transitioning to cleaner energy. Here’s how it is impacting some rural communities

Whooping cough cases on the rise in Champaign County

Mississippi River mayors launch a new push for a legal agreement to manage the waterway

Urbana City Council tables measure that would require approval for police surveillance technology

A look back at the late Zakir Hussain’s performances in Urbana

Former Madigan ally contradicts past statements after being ordered to testify

Sam Banks is third school board member to resign from Champaign Unit 4 this year

More of the nation’s milk supply will be tested for bird flu under a new federal rule

Rhythm and roots: The restorative power of Black holiday music

Illinois teachers urging lawmakers to help them use artificial intelligence safely in the classroom

Lobbyist testifies ‘loyalty’ to Madigan led him to make payments to ousted staffer

Temperatures in the single digits greet Central Illinoisans, light snowfall expected

Amidst a biodiversity crisis, these Champaign County groups are working to restore native ecosystems

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 12 – Dec. 15