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2024 election: What to know about voter registration, early voting
The general election season is fully underway with the conclusion of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, with voters now looking ahead to the November general election. With the Nov. 5 election just over two months away, the Illinois State Board of Electors has provided voters with a "voting...
Koehler: Local school districts receiving new funding from the state
PEORIA, Ill. – Eighteen area school districts will be receiving nearly $8 million for much needed improvements to classrooms and school buildings. Democratic State Sen. Dave Koehler, of Peoria, says the money is coming from the 2017 Illinois Senate Democrat-backed evidence-based funding formula, which overhauled the way Illinois funds its K-12 schools.
Ahead of 2024 election, women voters in the Chicago suburbs weigh in on top issues
Illinois voters are hoping to gain a better understanding of where both major presidential candidates stand on various topics after Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks Thursday night, formally accepting the Democratic nomination. Suburban women came out strong to the polls in the 2020 presidential election. "Women are more than...
Former Tilton Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Three Class A Theft Misdemeanors; Receives 24 Months Conditional Discharge
Former Tilton Police Chief David Cornett has pleaded guilty to three counts of Class A Theft Misdemeanors and will be serving sentences of 24 months of Conditional Discharge concurrently. Prior to the Friday morning (Aug 23rd) plea, and sentencing by Judge Robert E. McIntire, charges against Cornett were reviewed. He...
Champaign's newest crave: Crumbl Cookies location open for business
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Popular bake shop Crumbl Cookies has opened in Champaign. The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting at the new location at 2005 S Neil St. on Friday. The chain first opened in Utah, but now has over 1,000 stores in all 50 states...
Oliver Anthony Goes Off-Roading in Indiana Before Concert
Country/folk singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony was all smiles after having some fun at an Indiana off-road park ahead his concert in Indianapolis. When I first ran across Oliver Anthony Music on TikTok, I was immediately intrigued. I've been listening to his music since the beginning, and I've enjoyed every tune that he's thrown at fans. Most recently, the artist was spotted hanging out in Indiana at an off-road park before a concert at White River State Park in Indianapolis. The singer-songwriter looked like he was having a fantastic time and took to social media to capture the moment.
Champaign County’s Preservation and Conservation Association holding garage sale
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Preservation and Conservation Association of Champaign County is holding a garage sale this weekend to sell off some of their inventory. The garage sale will take place both at PACA’s storage building on 1302 Parkland Count on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and at their retail store from […]
Werner: My 2024 Illini football season game-by-game prediction
CHAMPAIGN — Gotta be honest, my ego is pretty hit when it comes to my predicting powers. I was feeling pretty good about it until last season. Humble brag (that's an oxymoron, I know): I nailed the Illini's 2018 and 2021 records and I missed the 2019 team's record by just one game. And I'm willing to give myself a pass on being three wins off on the COVID season because, well, that was just unprecedented. I was two wins off for the 2022 season, but I at least had Illinois in a bowl game.
Champaign School District holding Immunization Day
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Unit 4 School District and Carle Health are helping families with needed immunizations and physical exams this weekend. The clinic will be at the Martens Center on 1515 North Market Street on Saturday, August 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The clinic is for students in pre-K, Kindergarten, […]
Champaign's Penguin Project brings heartfelt 'Rock of Ages' to life this weekend
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - In Champaign, the power of theater is teaching students that anything is possible. The Champaign Urbana Theatre Company is partnering with the Penguin Project, to put on "Rock of Ages" this weekend. This is their 8th annual production together. The Penguin Project is an organization meant...
Illini Emphasizing Running Game In Opener Against Eastern Illinois
As the Illinois Fighting Illini prepare to open the season against Eastern Illinois next Thursday, offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. says their point of emphasis is to run the ball against a strong defense.
Champaign Library looking for feedback on future plans
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Public Library is looking for feedback on the future plans of the library. Library officials are writing a strategic plan, and they want patron input to hear the community’s needs. The link to the survey can be found here. The survey is available in Mandarin, Spanish, French and English. […]
Collecting political history with the Smithsonian
There are very few people who attend both major-party political conventions every four years. Most of them are journalists. But that list also includes a small team from the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. They're tasked with gathering buttons, signs, flyers, hats and other "political ephemera." The idea is...
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