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Nick Hardy 1-on-1 pre-John Deere Classic
SILVIS, Ill. (WCIA) — Former Illinois golfer Nick Hardy has one PGA Tour win under his belt, hungry for a second as he prepares to play in the John Deere Classic. WCIA Sports Director Bret Beherns caught up with the 2018 Big Ten Player of the Year before play begins on Thursday, July 4 at […]
Illinois Basketball: Body By Adam Fletcher
The Illinois Basketball strength and conditioning program has become elite during the Brad Underwood era, thanks to strength coach Adam Fletcher. A flurry of “before and after” photos posted on social media by Ayo Dosunmu, Kofi Cockburn, Terrence Shannon Jr, and many others have grabbed the attention of Illini fans. Within a relatively short period of working with Coach Fletcher, many Illini have seen major physical transformations.
2025 NBA Mock Draft Bodes Well For Illinois Basketball
2025 NBA Mock Draft Bodes Well For Illinois Basketball. According to a recent mock draft, the Illinois Basketball team potentially possesses two lottery picks on the incoming roster. On Tuesday (7/2), Sleepers Media hosts Carter Elliot and Greg Waddell dropped a “way-too-early” 2025 NBA mock draft podcast. In addition, they released a list of their projected lottery picks on X. The predictions made by the duo bode well for the Illini, as they include two of Brad Underwood’s top off-season pickups.
Champaign County plans next hazardous waste collection event
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The cities of Champaign and Urbana are coming together to plan a collection of household hazardous waste. The event will take place Saturday, August 17 in the southwest parking lot of the State Farm Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Some items accepted at the collection event include oil-based paints, […]
Former Illinois Basketball guard signs with top European club
Former Illinois basketball guard, Andres Feliz, has signed a three-year contract with Real Madrid. Feliz has been an integral part of a variety of Euroleague clubs overseas and has progressively improved each season. Most recently, the strong-bodied combo guard played for FC Joventut and had a breakout season. During the 2023-2024 season, Feliz averaged 15.0 points per game, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists. The points and assists averages were the best on the team, while his rebounding averages ranked second on FC Joventut. Additionally, Andres will be playing with the Puerto Rican national team in the 2024 Olympics.
Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 827 | Jeremiah Fears decommits; Overreacting to limited practice video
Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss four-star 2025 guard Jeremiah Fears' decommitment, why it makes sense for Fears and why it makes sense for Illinois and what's next in the Illini's 2025 pursuits. The guys then overanalyze practice video released by Illinois basketball, what excites them the most, what they're skeptical of most and what they next want to see. The guys then discuss the five Illini who will play in the NBA Summer League.
City of Champaign announces appointment of new Public Works Director
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Champaign City Manager Dorothy Ann David has appointed Terry Lusby, Jr. to serve as the city’s next Public Works Director. He was selected following a nationwide search and succeeds former Public Works Director Khalil Zaied who resigned in March 2024. Lusby starts August 12. He...
Coroner identifies man killed by train in Champaign County
PHILO, Ill. (WICS) — The Champaign County Coroner has identified the man who has died of injuries sustained after being struck by a train west of Philo. Officials say Michael J. Dixon, 32, of Arcola, Ill, was pronounced dead by a Champaign County Deputy Coroner at 3:30 p.m. on July 3, 2024, at the scene, 837 County Road 1500 East, Tolono, Ill,
217 Today: Baseball tournament for the visually impaired comes to Savoy
The Champaign County Freedom Celebration parade was canceled yesterday due to weather conditions. The Illinois Department of Public Health has added nearly 150 zip codes to its list of high-risk areas for lead exposure for children. Highland Park held its first parade, following a mass shooting two years ago. Illinois...
Root, Krasa win Freedom Celebration 5K
Jul. 5—CHAMPAIGN — Tina Ammerman's objective for the Champaign County Freedom Celebration 5K was to eclipse 500 participants. The race director's goal was met during Thursday morning's race — which played out under a steady downpour — as Ryan Root and Laura Krasa pulled ahead of the pack to win the men's and women's flights. "We as runners kind of know that even though it's raining, as long as ...
Pride Fest returning to Champaign-Urbana in September
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Uniting Pride of Champaign County announced that this year’s CU Pride Fest will be September 15 – 22. The week’s events will take place at several Champaign-Urbana locations. It will include drag shows, a block party, movie night, youth and family programs, live music — including “Queeraoke” night — and […]
Champaign County towns finishing up parade, event planning for July 4th
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Several Fourth of July parades are kicking off star-spangled celebrations in Champaign County. Wednesday evening’s “Happy Birthday USA” Parade in St. Joseph is set to give the community a head-start on their patriotic festivities. The parade will step off from St. Joseph Middle School at 6:30 p.m., and will end […]
Illinois is one of three states that still bans most fireworks
(The Center Square) – The residents of 47 states will be able to celebrate around Independence Day with fireworks, but that’s still not the case in Illinois. Since 1942, the Illinois Pyrotechnic Use Act has prohibited residents from buying and using fireworks other than novelty items like handheld sparklers. There has been a push to allow ground sparklers, which Matt Murphy with Mac Strategies said would keep Illinoisans from buying...
Illinois Tollway warns users of fraud phishing texts
(WTVO) — The Illinois Tollway is advising I-PASS customers to disregard phishing texts telling users they have an outstanding toll amount. A sample text reads: “Illinois Toll way, our records indicate that your vehicle has an unpaid toll invoice. To avoid additional charges, please settle your balance,” with a link to a fraudulent URL. “I-PASS […]
Walmart told their receipt defense is not OK after shopper says he fell for ‘bait and switch’ tactic and was overcharged
AS Walmart is set to again face a lawsuit claiming the retailer misled shoppers about prices, a court has ruled that the company cannot use a defense involving printed receipts. The class action lawsuit, lead by plaintiff Yoram Kahn, has accused Walmart of overcharging shoppers with “bait and switch” tactics by having some prices listed […]
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