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University student charged with mob action after involvement in pro-Palestine demonstrations
A University student faces a charge of mob action after University Police used her social media profile and video surveillance to identify and tie her to the pro-Palestine demonstrations and encampment that occurred at the end of the semester. Mob action is designated as a class 4 felony, and Yafa...
Single-game football tickets available starting July 18
The University’s Division of Intercollegiate Athletics announced today that single-game tickets for the 2024 Illinois Football season will be available for purchase by the general public starting July 18 at noon. I FUND members will have early access starting on July 15. As part of the FamILLy First campaign,...
Illinois Athletics, Busey Bank announce Memorial Stadium movie night
Illinois Athletics has announced that they are partnering with the Busey Bank to host the Busey Movie Night at Memorial Stadium on August 10. The movie will be family-friendly and decided by an online vote. Illinois Football players will be at the stadium for autographs and pictures prior to the screening.
Dangerous heat settling into Central Illinois
The hot and humid conditions will continue for the next few days. Sunday and Monday will be dangerously hot across Central Illinois. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the area from 1 p.m. Sunday until 8 p.m. Monday. With air temperatures in the mid-90s and dew...
Do Not Approach Illinois 10 Most Wanted, All Considered Dangerous
Everyone would like to think they're a superhero, but this is one instance where you need to understand how dangerous real life can be. Law enforcement in Illinois has issued a warning about the 10 most wanted fugitives that should not be approached as they are all to be considered armed and dangerous.
Severe Weather Alert: Montana, Upper Midwest at Risk for Isolated Tornadoes
Chicago, IL – The NOAA NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued an Enhanced Risk (Level 3/5) for severe weather in portions of the northern Plains and Upper Midwest, including northern Illinois and Chicago. Multiple rounds of scattered severe thunderstorms are expected from this afternoon through the overnight hours. According...
Illinois, Wisconsin Roads Rank on List of Worst in US?
When you drive between Wisconsin and Illinois there's really no need for a sign to let you know when you've crossed the Stateline, because the condition of the roads will let you know that you've arrived. There's a new survey from Consumer Affairs that compiled data from several U.S. government...
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker urges Indiana Democrats to push through the 'chaos'
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker told Indiana Democrats to push through the chaos of the presidential election Friday in Indianapolis, two days after seemingly expressing concerns over the party’s presidential campaign. “If we stop worrying about whether they might call us woke, and instead worry about whether we're actually waking...
State marks milestone at dispensary ribbon cutting
Jul. 12—CHAMPAIGN — A local dispensary marks the 100th social equity license issued by the state of Illinois. The milestone was announced a Friday morning ribbon cutting ceremony for The Dispensary's new store in Champaign, located at 1826 Glenn Park Drive. "We are very proud to have the honor," said principal officer Jeff Soenksen. Erin Johnson, Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer for the ...
Illinois Theatre Association to honor 2024 Award of Excellence recipients
CHICAGO - The Illinois Theatre Association will recognize eight theatre professionals and educators as the recipients of the 2024 Award of Excellence. The awards will be presented at a brunch during the association's annual meeting on August 3, 2024, at the Copley Theatre in Aurora. The keynote speaker is actor Gene Weygandt. He has appeared in a host of films, television shows, and on Broadway. His acting credits on screen include The Birdcage, Babe, and Mea Culpa. He has appeared in televised episodes of Home Improvement, Cybil, Murphy Brown, Chicago Fire, Empire, and Chicago Med. The Chicago-based actor also had roles...
Special Airline For Dogs Now Flies Out Of Illinois
If you love traveling with your dog, there is now a new and better option flying out of Illinois. Don't get me wrong, I love animals, especially my pets. I just don't understand how people bring them on vacation and travel with the little creatures. Manly, because it's not easy. It's hard enough going through an airport with yourself let alone with a dog.
Black bear spotted in southern Illinois
A black bear was sighted this week traveling through southern Illinois. The Carrier Mills Police Department is urging people in and around the village to be on alert. They said the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has been contacted and conservation officers are monitoring the situation. The public is strongly...
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