Illinois athletics generating record revenue amid record expenses
CHAMPAIGN (TNS) — The timing of Josh Whitman’s annual media roundtable in late June means financial numbers for the fiscal year are typically a week or t...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
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Green Street | 2026-27 player profiles — Irene Noya Catoira
Illinois forward Irene Noya Catoira (6) in a NCAA women’s basketball game at the State Farm Center in Champaign on Wed., February 11, 2026.
Jun 23, 2026Open source
Good Morning, Illini Nation: Going global?
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood in a top ten men's basketball game at the State Farm Center in Champaign on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.
May 30, 2026Open source
Pritzker, local leaders dedicate new all-abilities activity hub in Champaign
The project was funded through a $600,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, designed to be an inclusive, special recreation area that...
May 30, 2026Open source
Top of the Morning, May 12, 2026
Congratulations to the first class of Hickory Point Bank Merit Scholars from Champaign-Urbana.
May 12, 2026Open source
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS) - The Champaign Fire Department responded to a vehicle submerged in Kaufman Lake, 2702 W Springfield Ave., Wednesday, May 6, at 8:12 a...
May 6, 2026Open source
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS) - On May 6 around 8:12am, authorities were notified of a vehicle, a red Jeep Patriot, in the lake at Kaufman Park in Champaign.
May 6, 2026Open source
Illinois parts ways with Tyra Perry as softball coach
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – University of Illinois Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced Monday that head softball coach Tyra Perry will not return for the 20...
May 5, 2026Open source
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URBANA, Ill. (WICS) - Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a shooting investigation.
May 4, 2026Open source
Bret Bielema pleased with development of Illini players through spring camp
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Come Fall of 2026, the playcalling inside Gies Memorial Stadium will look very different than a year ago for the Illinois football t...
May 4, 2026Open source
Illinois football coach Bielema making connections both past and present
May 2—CHAMPAIGN — Illinois football coach Bret Bielema spent some time this week in Dallas for the American Football Coaches Association meetings. But that
May 3, 2026Open source
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FACTS FOR FAMILIES: Crab and its cost-conscious cousin
The fresh crab selection in Illinois is dismal. Head to the coast of Alaska, and you may have better luck finding this delectable species of seafood.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Ald. Samantha Nugent: Let’s invest in Illinois’ cultural institutions that tell our story
By protecting and spotlighting Illinois cultural institutions, we help the world see Illinois while ensuring these stories remain accessible.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Editorial: Will the Bulls and White Sox drop their penny-pinching ways with billionaires now in play?
Illinois' richest resident, Lukas Walton, is now a minority owner of the Bulls. With billionaire Justin Ishbia set to take ownership of the White Sox in comi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after investigation into conduct Speaker Welch called ‘outrageous’
Illinois state Rep. Harry Benton, a Democrat from Plainfield, resigned from the Illinois General Assembly following a monthslong investigation into his conduct.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after ethics investigation, reports say
State Rep. Harry Benton has resigned from the Illinois House, according to Capitol News Illinois.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton submits letter of resignation, House confirms
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton has submitted his letter of resignation, officially leaving his position Friday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Plainfield state Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid allegations of misconduct
State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, stepped down two days after Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey completed an investigation into the unspecifie...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Champaign is in Champaign County, Illinois.
Region: Central Illinois
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61820, 61821, 61822, 61824, 61825, 61826
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FACTS FOR FAMILIES: Crab and its cost-conscious cousin
The fresh crab selection in Illinois is dismal. Head to the coast of Alaska, and you may have better luck finding this delectable species of seafood.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Ald. Samantha Nugent: Let’s invest in Illinois’ cultural institutions that tell our story
By protecting and spotlighting Illinois cultural institutions, we help the world see Illinois while ensuring these stories remain accessible.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Editorial: Will the Bulls and White Sox drop their penny-pinching ways with billionaires now in play?
Illinois' richest resident, Lukas Walton, is now a minority owner of the Bulls. With billionaire Justin Ishbia set to take ownership of the White Sox in comi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after investigation into conduct Speaker Welch called ‘outrageous’
Illinois state Rep. Harry Benton, a Democrat from Plainfield, resigned from the Illinois General Assembly following a monthslong investigation into his conduct.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after ethics investigation, reports say
State Rep. Harry Benton has resigned from the Illinois House, according to Capitol News Illinois.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton submits letter of resignation, House confirms
Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton has submitted his letter of resignation, officially leaving his position Friday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Plainfield state Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid allegations of misconduct
State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, stepped down two days after Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey completed an investigation into the unspecifie...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Pritzker issues disaster proclamation for storm-ravaged counties, including Warren where train derailed
Gov. JB Pritzker issued a state disaster proclamation for 11 Illinois counties following a record-breaking year of severe weather and tornadoes.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Severed arm found floating in lake, victim identified
Illinois State Police have identified a severed arm found floating in a lake by boaters.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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