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U of I Jewish communities respond to campus pro-Palestine protests
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — As pro-Palestinian protests take place on the University of Illinois campus, Jewish leaders are assuring that resources for support are available to people who need them. The Illini Chabad’s Student Board posted on Facebook that they are rendering “unwavering support” for Jews on campus and upholding security for not just them, […]
Central Illinois Headlines – April 29, 2024
The National Weather Service in Central Illinois is forecasting storms on Sunday night and Monday. Meteorologists expect more active weather later in the week. CHAMPAIGN – Former Illinois football players Johnny Newton, Isaiah Adams, Tip Reiman, and Casey Washington were selected in the 2024 NFL Draft. Newton was selected in the 2nd round to the Washington Commanders, Adams and Reiman went to the Arizona Cardinals, and Casey Washington went to the Atlanta Falcons. Along with the 4 draftees, many former Illini are seeking to become undrafted free agents. Former Illini Defensive Tackle Keith Randolph Jr. has already been signed to stay in Illinois with the Chicago Bears. – Colin Hislope/IPM News.
'I've never seen anything like that': Urbana couple witnesses end of police chase
URBANA — Phoebe Emerson was gardening outside her house Thursday evening in east Urbana when her boyfriend, Matthew Albritton, arrived home on his bicycle and asked if she heard the sirens. Before he could say anything else, a silver sedan barreled down South Philo Road and went over the...
Mahomet-Seymour graduate captures women's marathon title: 'Everything just clicked today'
CHAMPAIGN — Lexie Dorsey was ecstatic and exhausted in the final moments of her victory in the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon women’s race. That showed as the Mahomet-Seymour graduate fell to the ground after crossing the finish line in Memorial Stadium, with friends and family members swarming to congratulate her on her victory.
Top of the Morning, April 27, 2024
Want to purchase today’s print edition? Here’s a map of single-copy locations. Alison Allender was but a tyke when she was introduced to Allerton Park, her parents lugging her around on long walks in a baby carrier. Some four decades later — and now living in Monticello —...
Dr. Howard Elementary teacher captures men's marathon title: 'I'm just happy to cross the line'
CHAMPAIGN — Jaime Marcos wasn’t sure what he’d tell his students at Champaign’s Dr. Howard Elementary when he crossed the finish line on Saturday. In the moments after winning the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon, the physical education teacher wasn’t sure if he’d be at school Monday at all, in lieu of taking a hard-earned day off.
Urbana Police searching for armed robber
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Police are asking for the public’s help in contributing to the arrest of an armed robber who stole money from an Urbana business Friday afternoon. Around 2:37 p.m., a man entered an unnamed business wearing dark clothes and a mask. He revealed he had a gun and demanded the cashier give […]
Two workers who lost their lives on the job to be honored at Champaign park memorial
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign community is coming together this Sunday to honor two local workers who lost their lives while on the job. Both Brandon Hardway, aged 45, and Kevin Pellum, aged 40, will be recognized in the ceremony, taking place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 28 at Dodds Park in Champaign. […]
Urbana Fire Department recognizes cardiac arrest rescue during Illinois Marathon
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Two local firefighters are being recognized for their success in rescuing an Illinois Marathon participant who went into cardiac arrest during a race Saturday morning. According to a release, around 9:30 a.m., Calvin Kerns of the Urbana Fire Department and Sean Manuel of the Champaign Fire Department were dispatched to Meadowbrook […]
Big move in the Big Ten: Sam Phillips on why he decided to transfer from Nebraska to Illinois
Not even a week after an All-American finish on high bar (sixth) and in the all-around (eighth) at the NCAA Men’s Gymnastics Championships, Sam Phillips announced on social media that he will be transferring from Nebraska to Illinois, joining the squad led by Head Coach Daniel Ribeiro for his final year of eligibility.
Illinois Marathon overcomes hurdles in return to Champaign-Urbana
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Thousands of registered runners tied their shoes tight and got moving in Champaign County on Saturday, despite concerns of a potential cancellation. The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend’s opening 5K race was canceled on Friday amid protests on campus. They found out Saturday’s races were on around 10 p.m. that night following […]
Christie Clinic Illinois races to go forward Saturday morning according to race officials
URBANA – The annual Christie Clinic Illinois 10K, half marathon, and full marathon race events on Saturday morning will take place as scheduled according to race officials. According to an email sent to the public late Friday night by Meg Treat, public relations director for the event, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois State Police, and the cities of Champaign and Urbana worked together to staff the races with enough law enforcement to keep the runners on the courses.
Ohio State softball winning streak stopped at nine by Illinois
For a bit, it looked like the Ohio State softball team would run its winning streak to ten-straight games, but then disaster struck on defense. Up 6-3, errors and miscues led to the Illini tying things up, then taking the lead and scoring eight runs over the last two innings to win 11-6.
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