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UI officer assigned to search for missing student no longer with department
Oct. 3—URBANA — The officer who was placed on leave last spring pending an investigation into his handling of a case involving a missing student who was later found dead has resigned from the University of Illinois Police Department. Malik Harrison left the force last month, UI spokeswoman Robin Kaler confirmed with The News-Gazette on Wednesday. He was put on paid administrative leave , after ...
Illinois Has Two Of The Most Bed Bug Infested Cities In The U.S.
Thinking about bed bugs makes anyone's skin crawl. The invasive insect that lives in mattresses and bites those who sleep on them has become a really bad issue in the U.S. recently. Two cities in Illinois have become hot spots for bed bugs and the city with the worst bed...
Arcola High School honors distinguished alum, former Illini & NFL athlete
ARCOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — Arcola High School will be honoring one of its most legendary alumni during its football game Friday night. The school announced that it will host Terry Miller Night as part of the Homecoming festivities. Miller, a 1964 graduate, will be honored with a reception in the library and with a pregame […]
😢 Hickory Point Mall | Shopping mall in Forsyth, Illinois 😢 Extremely sad
Shopping malls have become important social and cultural spaces, offering not only a place to shop but also a venue for socializing, entertainment, and community events. Online shopping trends have influenced the retail landscape, but shopping malls continue to be popular destinations for those seeking a diverse and interactive shopping experience. Retail Stores: Malls typically have a wide range of retail stores, including clothing stores, electronics shops, bookstores, and more...
Illini moving forward following Anderson's leave: 'Those other guys are good'
ROSEMONT, Ill. — Illini head coach Brad Underwood voiced unwavering confidence in his staff following assistant Tim Anderson taking an indefinite leave of absence from the program less than two months before the start of the season. Anderson was preparing to head into his fourth year on the sideline...
C-U crime report, Sept. 20-28
Oct. 3—Champaign * 300 block of Stoughton Street: Police arrested a man after he attempted to steal items from a store and battered a loss prevention employee at 8:32 p.m. on Sept. 28. * 500 block of West Green Street: Police arrested a man at 6:35 p.m. on Sept. 26 for battering a police officer. * Ayrshire Drive and Prospect Avenue: Police arrested a man for driving under the influence and ...
Charleston Police respond to car crash involving power lines
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — First responders are on the scene of a traffic accident in Charleston. Charleston Police officials confirmed that the crash happened at 12th and Harrison Streets, and it involved a power pole. There is no word on any road closures, but officials did suggest using an alternate route and avoiding the area […]
‘There’s something for everyone’: C-U Folk and Roots Festival returns to Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Hundreds gathered for the opening night of this year’s C-U Folk and Roots Festival Thursday night. The event, hosted at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, officially kicked off the first day of a three-day annual festival. The community-run event brings national and local folk performers and organizations to Urbana. […]
Urbana Satellite Jail close to opening
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The renovation of the Satellite Jail in Urbana is almost finished, after about two years of construction. The downtown jail was shut down in 2022, leaving the satellite space as the only one in the county. Sheriff Heuerman said the shutdown was for the safety of everyone. An officer was assaulted, […]
High School Confidential: Famous formers
Oct. 3—Since High School Confidential's start in 2016, more than 300 students have served as News-Gazette correspondents. We'll catch up with our famous formers in each week's special section. Today: Ashley (Mattingly) Vencill A conversation with Amy Grant at a convocation during her freshman year at the College of the Ozarks convinced the 2017 Tuscola High grad to change her major to music ...
These Urbana roads will be closed for the Run to Remember 5k this weekend
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The roads around the Champaign County Fairgrounds are going to be closed to traffic this weekend for a 5K race. Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend is hosting its annual Run to Remember 5K and 5-mile race on Saturday. Starting at 7:30 a.m., portions of the following streets will close to accommodate […]
Analyzing the area high school football playoff picture
Oct. 4—For seven area high school football teams, Friday night could bring about postseason-clinching celebrations. That's because they're one win away from a sixth win that automatically qualifies them for the IHSA playoffs. Sports Editor Matt Daniels assesses the area scene ahead of Week 6 kicking off: Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley ...
Urbana Police letting clergy care for victims at crime scenes in new program
URBANA, Ill, (WCIA) — The Urbana Police Department is taking a unique approach to helping people in times of need. The department is starting the Clergy Patrol. Religious leaders will ride along with officers to comfort victims of violent crimes. Chief Larry Boone brought this concept with him from his previous job in Norfolk, Virginia. […]
Peters keeps chasing his football dream
Oct. 3—MAHOMET — On Wednesday evening, Trey Peters stood near the Mahomet-Seymour football practice field. The 6-foot-5, 220-pound senior wide receiver wasn't going through the paces at the start of practice with his teammates. But he was helping out, catching passes and then throwing them back in while the Bulldogs worked on catching high punts off a JUGS machine. The Benson Boone single ...
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