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Where to find food assistance in Central Illinois as SNAP funding remains in jeopardy

IPM News November 7, 2025
Pam Bondi

Attorney General Pam Bondi out at DOJ

NPR April 2, 2026
content creators using equipment

Illinois Public Media and the College of Media team up to offer teen podcast workshops

Reginald Hardwick April 2, 2026
basketball players

Why the Illinois men’s basketball team’s European recruitment strategy has paid off

Arjun Thakkar
Illinois State Police car

State Police vehicle fleet will take 18 years to replace as costs rise, ISP director says

Capitol News Illinois April 2, 2026
A group of people climb a bronze statue at dusk. Many people hold signs that say, "Final Four."

University of Illinois police prepare for Saturday’s Final Four game

Abigail Bottar April 2, 2026

217 Today: Four Democrats battle in March primary to succeed Susana Mendoza as Illinois comptroller

March 13, 2026
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Shahid Khan

Following Shahid Khan’s honorary degree rejection, U of I System is reexamining the process

March 27, 2026

The University Senate has rejected both of U of I billionaire and alum Shahid Khan’s honorary degree nominations. Now, for privacy concerns and other reasons, the U of I system universities are taking a closer look at their processes for awarding honorary degrees.

men in the capitol

University funding overhaul bill advances in House despite U of I opposition

March 27, 2026

Legislation would create a need-based formula for universities similar to one used for K-12 schools.

basketball players

Illinois clamps down on Houston for a 65-55 March Madness win to reach Elite Eight

March 26, 2026

Next up is a meeting Saturday with ninth-seeded Iowa to see which Big Ten team will advance to the Final Four. It will be the 11th Elite Eight appearance for Illinois and its second in three seasons under Brad Underwood.

hailstones

Strong to severe storms produce hail and high winds in central Illinois

March 26, 2026

Hail fell in parts of Champaign and Vermilion Counties on Thursday night.

TSA workers

Central Illinois Regional Airport seeks community donations to support unpaid TSA officers

March 26, 2026

On day 39 of the partial government shutdown, TSA officers across the country missed at least one full paycheck.

Pritzker

Lawmakers advance Pritzker’s cell phone ban, social media regulations

March 26, 2026

A bill expanding 4-year degrees at community colleges progresses after facing opposition last year.

Iran war

Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues its own demands as strikes land across the Mideast

March 26, 2026

Iran’s defiance came as Israel launched airstrikes on Tehran and as the United States deployed paratroopers and more Marines to the region.

Chris Welch

Illinois House committee advances bill banning immigration detention centers near homes, schools

March 26, 2026

The bill comes months after Broadview facility became focal point of Midway Blitz.

A white woman plays a board game on a purple tablecloth.

Michelle Jett is set to be the next Champaign County executive

March 25, 2026

Michelle Jett is currently the director of administration for Champaign County. She held 60% of the vote, according to unofficial results on Tuesday night.

Yearslong ethanol policy standoff could cost Illinois drivers at the pump yet again

March 25, 2026

The Trump administration soon could announce that it will temporarily lift the restrictions on E15 sales during the summer amid pressure surrounding rising costs due to the conflict in Iran.

Legal battle intensifies over appointing special prosecutor for alleged ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ abuses

March 25, 2026

The Cook County state’s attorney calls demand “baseless” and claims effort would backfire.

A woman in a colorful costume poses.

WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Mar. 26 – Mar. 29

March 25, 2026

Opening night of a play, a professional ballet performance, an exhibition featuring locally-created games, and more are all happening in central Illinois this weekend.

State Farm Insurance

Insurance bill combining homeowners and auto regulation passes House, awaits Senate action

March 24, 2026

Bill gives state authority to regulate homeowners and auto insurance premiums

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