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Illinois offers rising senior forward Gavin Gores
Premium-icon 23m ago basketball Edit After watching him in action during the live period last weekend, Illinois offered fast-rising 2025 power forward Gavin Gores from Cumberland, Wisconsin. In this update from Orange and Blue News, Gores discusses his new Big Ten offer, what he could bring to the floor for the Fighting Illini, and a tentative timetable for his commitment. ***** ILLINOIS: Offer list | Visit dates 2025 Rankings: Rivals150 | Team | Position 2026 Rankings: Rivals150 ***** premium-icon PREMIUM CONTENT You must be a member to read the full article. Subscribe now for instant access to all premium content....
Maaco Opens 16th Location in Illinois
Maaco announced that Bobby Kehagias has opened Maaco’s newest retail center located at 3232 W. Grandville, Waukegan, Ill. Kehagias has had a longtime passion for the automotive industry and has loved being around cars since he was a child. After a 25-year corporate career for a retail company, Kehagias wanted to pivot to a new path that revolves around one of his passions — cars.
'I Couldn't Imagine Being Anywhere Else': Knight Returns to Illinois For Final Collegiate Season
After four years in Champaign-Urbana, Amelia Knight thought her time with the Illinois women's gymnastics team was over. Earning her bachelor's degree in the spring of 2024, Knight went into her end-of-year meeting with the Illini coaching staff with the expectation that her college career had come to an end.
Urbana locals deal with Monday storm damage
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — In Central Illinois, July 15 marked the hottest day of the year so far — but that’s not all. With wind speeds estimated up to 80 miles per hour, some communities experienced startling damage. Brian Hamilton lives in Urbana. He said he’s grateful the damage wasn’t worse, but now he’s concerned […]
Illinois catcher Camden Janik drafted by Pittsburgh Pirates
Another Illini baseball player heard his name called during this week’s MLB Draft. Catcher/outfielder Camden Janik was chosen in the 12th round (No. 354 overall) by the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday afternoon. Janik, a Wauconda High School alum, hit .356 with 7 HR, 49 RBI, and finished with a .973...
Urbana-born photographer is Allerton's next artist-in-residence
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WAND) — An Urbana High School grad and visual artist will be joining Allerton as the artist-in-residence this summer. Lemareyè Jones will combine many of his current passions during a three-week stay beginning July 26 at the Monticello-area park, including the clash of technology and nature, photography, visual arts and West African culture.
U of I Wildlife Medical Clinic opening volunteer opportunities
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — WCIA 3’s Mitchell Rife was at the Wildlife Medical Center and joins us in studio with more on the opportunity Starting next month, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is opening up a new opportunity for animal lovers, in this weeks Celebrating Central Illinois. The Wildlife Medical Center is caring for three […]
Garbage truck damages Campustown apartment building
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — It was a rough way to start the day at one Central Illinois apartment complex on Tuesday. A garbage truck backed into it. The collision happened on south Fourth and East Daniel Streets in Champaign. People who live in the building had to evacuate around 5 a.m. when the truck took […]
Woman reported missing from Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Authorities in both Champaign and McLean County are actively looking for a woman reported missing last week. McLean County Sheriff Matthew Lane said his office took a missing person’s report on July 10 for Destiny Confer. The person calling was from Saybrook, but Confer was last seen in Champaign. Champaign Police […]
Recruiting Roundup: Five possible flips for Illinois
Premium-icon 17m ago football Edit With 13 commitments in what is expected to be a relatively small 2025 recruiting class. Illinois has just a handful of scholarship spots available in the current cycle. Bret Bielema and his staff c... premium-icon PREMIUM CONTENT You must be a member to read the full article. Subscribe now for instant access to all premium content. icn-check-mark Created with Sketch. Members-only forums icn-check-mark Created with Sketch. Predict prospect commits with FanFutureCast icn-check-mark Created with Sketch. Exclusive highlights and interviews icn-check-mark Created with Sketch. Exclusive coverage of Rivals Camp Series icn-check-mark Created with Sketch. Breaking recruiting...
‘A huge burden’: Thomasboro Fire Chief discusses OSHA proposal’s impact on volunteer firefighters
THOMASBORO, Ill. (WCIA) — The Thomasboro Fire Chief is weighing in on a proposal that could hurt volunteer fire departments. OSHA wants to implement a new policy for all stations nationwide, but some some fire chiefs are worried about the strain it would put on volunteer departments. If passed, they would be required to update […]
Man stops in Champaign while cycling around the world
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – One man is making his mark on the world with just two wheels by cycling around the globe. His journey around the world has now taken him to the United States, where he’ll be taking his next leg of the journey. He’s known on his social media as Shengqiang Xu, but […]
Monticello man charged with cruelty to animals
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WCIA) — A man in Monticello is being charged with animal cruelty. Court records show Devon Guttner has been charged with four misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals. He has pleaded not guilty. The Piatt County Jail confirmed that Guttner was held in their custody Tuesday morning. He was given pre-trial release, according […]
Illinois tries to expand automatic voter registration as SAVE Act passes U.S. House
(The Center Square) – Illinois voter integrity groups warn non-citizens that registering to vote in federal elections is a felony. The warning comes after U.S. House Republicans passed the SAVE Act to increase protections. President Joe Biden has vowed to veto the measure if it passes the Senate and reaches his desk. House Republicans passed the SAVE act, which seeks to require proof of citizenship when a voter casts a ballot in a federal election. Currently it is illegal for a non-citizen to vote in...
Eric Johannigmeier returns to lead Illinois cross country
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – This Fighting Illini has found his way back to his college team. Director of track, field and cross country Petras Kyprianou named Eric Johannigmeier University of Illinois cross country and distance coach on Monday, July 15, 2024. Johannigmeier, an Illini alum, participated in cross...
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