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Illinois Takes the Stage at Big Ten Media Days on Tuesday
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The Illinois football programs representatives at Big Ten Media Days are ready to kick things off at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Pat Bryant, Seth Coleman, Gabe Jacas and head coach Bret Bielema will have the spotlight throughout Tuesday, as Illinois is featured on Day 1 of Media Days with five other programs.
The Overture: July 22 – 28
The Overture is a rundown of live music and performances happening in and around Champaign-Urbana each week. All of the information is as accurate as we can publish; however, all shows and performances are subject to change at any time. Thank you for understanding. Did we miss something this week?...
Two new Illinois staffers announced before Big Ten Football Media Day
(WCIA) — Illinois football announced two additions to the coaching staff before heading to Indianapolis for Big Ten Media Day. Myers Henrickson will join the staff as a senior analyst, coming off two seasons at the helm of Western Illinois, his alma mater. Dana Dimel, who spent the last six seasons with the UTEP Miners, […]
Illinois basketball getting in early on electric in-state recruit
It is never too early to start targeting a recruit, and the Illinois basketball team took that to heart over the weekend. Since Brad Underwood took over the Illini, this program has recruited on a level we hadn’t seen since the Bill Self days. Underwood continues to pull in elite recruits, and I trust his decision-making when it comes to targeting talented players.
Guests of honor: Bryant, Coleman, Jacas
Jul. 22—"I was pretty excited. Coach B. called me into his office. He said, 'I have some good news,' but I really wasn't expecting that one. It put a big smile on my face." "Oregon, just going out and experiencing that part of the world. I've never been that far. Growing up, that's a team I always looked at because of the uniforms. They have great players." "We miss him a lot. I try to be the ...
Green Street: The case for Brynn Shoup-Hill
Jul. 22—The starting five for Illinois looks mostly set in stone. The return of the Illini's top-four scorers from last season means and Co. could mostly run it back with the same lineup with , and starting in the backcourt and as the starting power forward. But that doesn't mean Illinois lacks for flexibility with its rotations. What could be the most interesting thing to watch this fall and ...
We’ve launched our Summer Donation Campaign
Earlier this year, we coordinated our Spring Donation Campaign with our annual tournament on Smile Politely, which is a fun way to engage with our readership each March. Now that we’ve entered summertime, we’re looking to raise support for our Writers Fund by launching this Summer 2024 Donation Campaign.
5 big-time Illinois basketball recruiting targets from the Peach Jam
The 2024 EYBL Peach Jam has now concluded, and the Illinois basketball team had multiple recruits playing in the competition. Some of these big-time recruits are for the immediate future and others are down the road. But no matter what, the relationships the Illini are building with some of these recruits will pay dividends for the program sometime over the next few years.
Coroner identifies Danville boy found in Vermilion River
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Vermilion County Coroner’s Office has identified the 12-year-old boy whose body was recovered from the Vermilion River last week. Coroner Jane McFadden said the boy is Christopher D. London of Danville. An autopsy was performed on Saturday, but McFadden did not release the preliminary results; she explained to WCIA that […]
Paxton Aquatic Wildcats win home meet over Gibson Area Swim Team
PAXTON – The Paxton Aquatic Wildcats defeated the Gibson Area Swim Team 259-171 on Monday. The Paxton girls won 175-68 while the GAST boys won 103-84. In the girls’ age 8-and-under 100-meter medley relay, Paxton’s Emma Doolen, Kinley Garrell, Reagan Loschen and Maci Stafford finished first with a time of 2:27.
Woof woof! Take an inside look into this “hotel for dogs” in Our Town Forsyth
FORSYTH, Ill. (WCIA) — There’s nothing better than taking a trip and getting away for a night or two. While we humans may love to travel, pups deserve a bit of pampering too. In Our Town Forsyth, Briggs Republic is proving to be a “hotel for dogs,” whether it’s for a few hours or a […]
Jordan Chapman hired as Paxton Park District’s recreation director
PAXTON – The Paxton Park Board approved the hiring of Jordan Chapman as the Paxton Park District’s recreation director during a special meeting held Monday. Chapman worked for seven years as the director the St. Anne-based Kankakee County Humane Foundation before taking a position as assistant director of unified initiatives for Special Olympics Illinois.
Danville ‘Wonder Garden’ cultivates love of gardening in kids
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) – A year-round program in Danville is growing kids’ love of reading along with growing flowers. Through the University of Illinois’ Extension Office, the Volunteer Master Gardeners volunteer at what’s called the “Wonder Garden” to teach kids all about growing plants. Every Monday at the Danville Public Library, they start indoors reading […]
HART is full, how you can help
HOOPESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — Dory, the cat joins ciLiving today, hunting for her Furever Family and Amy Buttram, HART Volunteer Coordinator is here to introduce us. Dory came in to HART last May, pregnant. Her kittens have all been adopted. And she is desperately ready to find her furrever home. She is a bit big boned and on a diet. So looking for a home that will help her with her fitness goals. Good with respectful cats. Doesn’t seem to mind dogs. And she is a good sport on playing dress up.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for shoving girlfriend off hotel balcony in South City
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - An Illinois man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for shoving his girlfriend off a hotel balcony in South City in 2021. Cameron Creamer, 32, of Danville, Illinois was sentenced Monday. He pleaded guilty to charges of first-degree domestic assault and first-degree kidnapping.
Danville man dead after car vs. pedestrian accident overnight
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — An 82-year-old Danville man was killed early Sunday morning after he was hit by a car. The Danville Police Department arrived near North Gilbert and West North Streets at 3:43 a.m. A vehicle-versus-pedestrian accident was reported. The vehicle driver was at the scene and was not hurt in the incident, however, […]
Pedestrian Struck and Killed Outside Days Hotel During Early Sunday Morning Hours; Driver Facing Charges
DANVILLE — A pedestrian was killed on Illinois Route 1, Gilbert Street, on Sunday near the Days Hotel, according to the Illinois State Police. The preliminary investigation indicates ISP Troop 7 units responded to a fatal traffic crash involving a pedestrian at approximately 4:11 a.m. Sunday, July 21 at the Days Hotel, 77 N. Gilbert St., Danville.
Household hazardous waste collection event set for Sept. 28 in Bloomington
The Ecology Action Center (EAC) in Normal has announced a household hazardous waste collection event for Sept. 28 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington. The free event, funded by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, is intended to provide a convenient and safe way for residents to dispose of hazardous materials.
I-57 fully reopens in Champaign Co. after rollover crash
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — All lanes of I-57 in Champaign County are open again after a rollover crash early Monday morning. Officials with the Illinois State Police said that at 5:36 a.m., a van was driving north between Tolono and Savoy when it crossed into the median and rolled over. Why the van went […]
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