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Five charged in video gaming machines theft ring locally and across Illinois
CHICAGO (WMBD) — The state’s top prosecutor announced charges against five men for a burglary ring that resulted in dozens of video gaming machines being stolen across Illinois including in Peoria and Tazewell counties. Attorney General Kwame Raoul said John Friedrich, 35, of Streator; Joseph Montoro, 39, of...
Scientists use evolution to bioengineer new pathways to sustainable energy, pharmaceuticals
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Using evolution as a guiding principle, researchers have successfully engineered bacteria-yeast hybrids to perform photosynthetic carbon assimilation, generate cellular energy and support yeast growth without traditional carbon feedstocks like glucose or glycerol. By engineering photosynthetic cyanobacteria to live symbiotically inside yeast cells, the bacteria-yeast hybrids can produce important hydrocarbons, paving new biotechnical pathways to non-petroleum-based energy, other synthetic biology applications and the experimental study of evolution.
Q&A | Former Prospectus EIC Kassidy Caroline publishes first book, “The Shadows We Hide”
At 20 years old, Kassidy Caroline is smashing her expectations of following her dreams. After initially resigning from the Prospectus to publish her first book by the age of 22, she has thrown her inhibitions to the wind and enlisted the help of friends and family to make her dreams a reality.
Confidentially Yours helps women find comfortable bras
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Women have spent all summer running around and keeping ourselves, our kids, and our families busy. It was warm and we washed our bras a lot. They don’t always fit right, and they definitely don’t always hold up after multiple washes. Visit the great team at Confidentially Yours – a women’s bra boutique located in Champaign for bras that fit and last.
Green Street: Nonconference schedule hints
Aug. 26—The Illinois women's basketball team's nonconference schedule is close to be finalized, said earlier this month. But the third-year Illini coach dropped a major hint about one of the marquee games her team will play this winter during a recent appearance on "Illini Pella Saturday SportsTalk" on WDWS. Green said Illinois will play its home opener against an ACC team. "That's going to be ...
Rantoul authorities looking for tips on four fires in one neighborhood
RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) — The Rantoul Fire and Police Departments are investigating a series of suspicious fires that happened last week, and they’re asking for help through Crime Stoppers in solving the case. Officials said that on Aug. 21, four separate fires happened in the same neighborhood that were deemed suspicious, all around 8:30 p.m. […]
American Red Cross announces critical blood shortage
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The American Red Cross is in the midst of a national blood emergency, further exacerbated by the aftermath of Hurricane Debby and severe weather events across the country. The organization is urging those in unaffected areas to schedule an appointment to donate blood immediately.
Area teams start 2024 volleyball campaigns
St. Joseph - St. Joseph-Ogden's Ava Seggebruch goes up for a block during last year's home match against St. Anne. The Spartan varsity volleyball team will open their 2024 season at home tonight against Maroa-Forsyth following freshman and junior varsity matches. Looking to improve on last year's third-place finish in the highly competitive Illini Praire Conference (7-2), SJO finished the season with an impressive 28-6 record.
Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 849 | J Leman previews season opener vs. EIU, answers your questions
All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview Illinois Football's season opener versus Eastern Illinois. Leman also answers listener-submitted questions about all things Illini. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:. Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP. Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8. Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct. Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NKa.
Former Tilton Police Chief pleads guilty to theft of guns from department
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A former Tilton Police Chief pleaded guilty on Friday to stealing pistols from the police department’s evidence locker. Court records showed David Cornett pleaded guilty to three counts of theft. He was sentenced to two years of conditional discharge. Last year, Cornett was charged for knowingly taking three guns from the […]
Carolina Diaz Garcia, postdoctoral research associate
In this edition of “People of PRI,” we introduce Carolina Diaz Garcia, a postdoctoral research associate at the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC), working under the mentorship of Dr. Wei Zheng. Carolina brings a wealth of experience and passion to her work in environmental research, focusing on innovative methods to improve water quality and tackle pollution challenges. Her journey from Spain to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign reflects a deep commitment to sustainability. Read on to learn more about Carolina's career path, her dedication to clean water, and the advice she has for those entering the field.
More Ford Co. mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Ford County Public Health Department is again warning of West Nile Virus following more positive mosquito results from within the county. The county recorded its first positive test result earlier this month, from a batch of mosquitoes collected on Aug. 8 in Piper City. 11 days later, another batch was […]
‘Lots of memories, lots of history, lots of stories’: Danville celebrates man’s 100th birthday
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — One Vermilion County man celebrated his 100th birthday with a present he won’t soon forget. Norlyn Dossey has been a staple in Danville for the last century. It’s why his friends and family gathered at Lincoln Park’s Friendly Town for a birthday party 100 years in the making. The World War […]
Paxton Park Board approves purchase of scoreboard for Nelson Field
PAXTON – The Paxton Park Board approved the purchase of a new scoreboard for Nelson Field at Monday’s meeting. The scoreboard, which will be provided by Electro-Mech Scoreboards, will be approximately 10 by 5 feet and cost $5,938. Paxton Park District Recreation Director Jordan Chapman received a donation...
Danville to Host Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament
Some of the top horseshoe pitchers in the state will be in Danville this weekend as the city hosts the 2024 Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament. The competition begins Friday, August 30th, and continues through Sunday, September 1st at the Douglas Park Horseshoe Complex. The park is located along Bowman Avenue,...
Investigation Continues Into Weekend Fire
An investigation continues into a weekend fire which left extensive damage to a house in the Home Gardens area, south of Danville. Volunteer firefighters from Westville, Georgetown, Catlin, and the Lynch Area Fire Protection District responded to the blaze on East Forest Avenue late Friday. No injuries were reported, and...
RhinoAg worker: ‘A lot of people’ felt closure was imminent
GIBSON CITY — When employees of RhinoAg’s Gibson City manufacturing facility were informed on the morning of Monday, Aug. 19, that all would be losing their jobs and the plant closed within the next several months, the mood was “somber,” one recalled a week later. “Very somber, for sure,” the soon-to-be-laid-off staffer told the Ford County Chronicle on Monday, Aug. […]
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