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Local Officials Hopeful for Federal Funding for Site of Former Quaker Oats Plant
DANVILLE — Last month, Danville Mayor Rickey Williams Jr. said local officials have been working with U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth to include $1. million for the city in an appropriations bill for help with the former Quaker Oats site for potential redevelopment. Vermilion Advantage President and CEO Mike Marron...
‘A critical piece’: Shauna Green hopeful for transfers’ big impact
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Much of the story heading into Shauna Green’s third season at Illinois surrounds continuity — in the form of a plethora of returners and experience. Four of five starters from Green’s first two Illini teams — Makira Cook, Genesis Bryant, Kendall Bostic and Adalia McKenzie — are set to begin their fifth year or true senior seasons, hoping to build on the momentum gained from an NCAA Tournament appearance and WBIT championship.
Warrior-Scholar Project provides brainy boot camp to veterans in Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — It’s never too late to go back to school. That’s why veterans across Champaign County are meeting up at the Chez Veteran Center throughout this week. They’re expanding their knowledge through a unique program called the Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP). It’s a nationwide, free, academic boot camp. WSP lead Christopher Twigg went […]
12-year-old missing boy found dead in Vermilion River
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The search for a missing 12-year-old boy in the Vermilion River came to an end on Friday with the recovery of his body. Officials with the Danville Police Department said the boy was found at 12:20 p.m., a quarter mile downstream of where he went missing Monday night. The boy’s family […]
Danville Police report a body was found in the Vermilion River
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – Danville Police Department (DPD) reported on its Facebook page that a body was found in the Vermilion River. DPD reports that the body was found on Friday, July 19, 2024, around 12:20 p.m. about a quarter mile downstream from where DPD responded to a report of a missing 12-year-old who went swimming on July 15, 2024, at 8 p.m. Law enforcement personnel from DPD, Vermilion County Sheriff’s Office (VCSO), and Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) were involved in the search, along with community members. IDNR and VCSO’s Underwater Search and Rescue Teams played a crucial role in the recovery.
Body found in Vermilion River near site of missing 12-year-old's last sighting
DANVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — On July 19, approximately 12:20 pm, law enforcement located a body in the Vermilion River. The body was found approximately one quarter mile downstream from where Danville Police Department responded to a report that a 12-year-old went missing while swimming on Monday night, July 15, at approximately 8 p.m.
UPDATE: Wife of Pour Bros. manager speaks out after judge’s verdict
URBANA, Ill (WCIA) — The man accused of killing a Champaign bar manager outside his workplace has been found not guilty by reason of insanity. Fidele Tshimanga was tried from the bench on Friday by Judge Matthew Lee on charges that included first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, burglary and armed robbery. In a […]
Does Jeremiah Fears Reclassifying For 2024 Prove The Illini Have Too Much Talent?
Shortly after the Illinois Fighting Illini signed Will Riley, they lost a commitment from Jeremiah Fears. On Saturday, he signed with Oklahoma and reclassified for 2024
Carey Davis, Kevin Mitchell to bring passion to Illini football radio booth: 'I just love Illinois'
Carey Davis had a simple reason for why he wanted to be the next Illini Sports Network radio analyst for Illini football. "I love Illinois. Plain and simple," Davis told Illini Inquirer. "I love U of, I love Illinois football." Davis was a three-year starting fullback at Illinois, a member...
Tom Kacich: Dems have big cash leads in area state legislative contests
Jul. 21—Democrats in the two contested state legislative races in East Central Illinois enjoy large fundraising advantages over their GOP opponents less than four months before Election Day. State Sen. Paul Faraci, D-Champaign, has a more than 20-to-1 lead on 52nd District Republican challenger Jeff Brownfield, also of Champaign. Faraci faces his first election since being appointed to replace ...
Illinois Freshman Phenom Will Riley Already Making Progress This Summer
Guard Will Riley is the most significant recruit in Illinois Fighting Illini basketball history in the past 20 years or so. Riley is already impressing since arriving on campus earlier this month. "He's been great," Antigua said. "I think he obviously has a high ceiling. Time will tell. He's got...
Potential Illinois Hoops Recruit Transfers To Elite High School Academy
Five-star shooting guard Jasper Johnson is making some big moves heading into his senior season. Johnson, one of the top recruits for the class of 2025, has officially enrolled in the prestigious Overtime Elite Academy in Atlanta. Overtime Elite is a basketball league for players 16-20 that creates a pathway...
Altmyer calls 2024 offense ‘explosive’ in preseason
(WCIA) — Luke Altmyer is gearing up to play his second season at Illinois, excited for another year under Barry Lunney’s offense. “I think we got a really good chance to put up some really cool numbers and be really explosive to win a lot of games because of the pieces that Coach Bielema has […]
A delay imminent to debut of Jer’Zhan Newton with the Washington Commanders
It was a great 2024 NFL Draft for the Illinois football team, as multiple players went off the board. The highest-drafted player for the Illini was former defensive lineman, Jer’Zhan Newton. He was an All-American in Champaign, and despite being slightly undersized at 6-foot-2, 304 pounds, Newton commanded a ton of attention with his tenacious play on the field.
Police Arrest Chicago Man for Alleged Theft Incident at Champaign Walgreens
The suspected theft at a Walgreens in Champaign’s Campustown led to the Tuesday arrest of a guy from Chicago. The 29-year-old Geovontae Galloway was taken into custody at 12:36 p.m. by officers from the University of Illinois Police who had responded to a report of stealing at the Walgreens on East Green Street.
Illini guard Kylan Boswell redefining himself in return home: 'I'm gonna come out here & win for this team'
CHAMPAIGN — It's 8:30 p.m. over at the Ubben Basketball Complex and junior guard Kylan Boswell has just clocked out of his third workout of the day. Sweat drips down his remade frame as he steps off the court with assistant coach Geoff Alexander. Everywhere Boswell looks, he sees support but also accountability. He wanted that and knew he needed it after a sophomore season at Arizona that started feverishly (12 points, 8 rebounds & 5 assists at No. 2 Duke in mid-November), but then turned into an up-and-down ride before flaming out in postseason play (4 points or less in four of five games).
Good Morning, Illini Nation: 'Genuine, cool dude'
Jul. 20—The lure of returning home was certainly a factor in Kylan Boswell's decision to transfer to Illinois after two seasons at Arizona. So was what he thought he could accomplish playing for Brad Underwood. Also on the list? The relationship he built with Illini assistant coach Geoff Alexander — a relationship that didn't wane even after Boswell picked the Wildcats. "He's a really cool ...
Former Illini Quincy Guerrier gets first taste of Summer League Action
Former Illini Quincy Guerrier was finally able to contribute in the 2024 NBA Summer League. Guerrier is on the Toronto Raptors, however, did not see the floor during the first two games. In the past week, however, he did get in the game for some spot minutes. During his first game, Guerrier logged six minutes of action. He did not score, however, grabbed two rebounds, one assist, and one steal. In Friday night’s bout, the former Illinois basketball forward logged 17 minutes.
Champaign Farmers Market adjusts to location change
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Farmers Market is adjusting to new changes. On Tuesdays, they’ll be sharing the space with construction crews as they work on the downtown plaza. The vendors are still in the same parking lot, only closer to the Orpheum. Farmers Market managers said this new move has been helping them […]
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