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Busting Brackets

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Texas Tech sent Illinois an early warning, but the Fighting Illini's comeback revealed something important

Texas Tech defeated Illinois 84-78 on November 10, 2026. Cruz Davis scored 20 points as the Red Raiders survived a furious Fighting Illini comeback.

Lubbock, TX · 3d

WCIA

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I-57, I-74 interchange expected to reopen as holiday season approaches

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Interstate 57 and 74 interchange reconstruction is coming close to being finished, and officials said all lanes of I-74 could be fully open as early as this Friday. The project broke ground in 2021, but officials with the Illinois Department of Transportation said they are nearing the finish line. Jason […]

Champaign County, IL · 1d

Ball Exclusives

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Fighting Illini Beat Bearkats 108-85 as Ivisic and Stojakovic Combine for 54

The Illinois Fighting Illini beat the Sam Houston Bearkats 108-85 at State Farm Center. The post Fighting Illini Beat Bearkats 108-85 as Ivisic and Stojakovic Combine for 54 appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Champaign, IL · 4h

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After 31 years, reindeer are still “flying” into Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch

RANTOUL, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Two new reindeer are “flying” into Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch from the North P… I mean, Alaska. After 31 years, a new chapter begins as newcomers Dasher and Frosty join the ranch all the way from Anchorage. For more than three decades, Hardy’s...

Rantoul, IL · 2d
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WCIA

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Champaign discusses emergency plans for city’s homeless population

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — City council discussed a proposal Tuesday night aimed at keeping Champaign’s unsheltered homeless population warm and indoors this winter. Council documents show the “Proposed Winter Emergency Shelter Program” suggests the city use $500,000 of its Homeless Prevention Blueprint fund to pay for 60 hotel or motel rooms. This year’s point-in-time count […]

Champaign, IL · 3d

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Aiming to break the cycle of homelessness, Urbana’s Hope Village will welcome residents soon

URBANA — A new community of small homes in Urbana — designed for people who are chronically homeless with complex medical needs — plans to welcome its first residents later this month. With 24 one-bedroom homes located in north Urbana just south of I-74, Hope Village aims...

Urbana, IL · 2d

Country Herald

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Champaign, IL Weather Alert: Snow Possible Nov. 13, Lows Near 23°

Rain could mix with snow Friday morning before temperatures plunge into the 20s overnight.

Champaign, IL · 1d

Nebraska Cornhuskers On SI

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Two Observations from Nebraska's 3-0 Win Over No. 25 Illinois

Following their sweeps over Oregon and Washington, Nebraska had a slow start but a fast finish to win their 20th sweep of the season.

Lincoln, NE · 1d

WCIA

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Boil order issued for entire Village of Loda

LODA, Ill. (WCIA) — The entire Village of Loda is under a boil order “until further notice,” according to the Iroquois County Public Health Department. Just before 3:30 p.m., the health department announced on social media that the boil order was caused by a loss of pressure. It is unclear at this time how long […]

Loda, IL · 1d

Nebraska Cornhuskers On SI

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How to Watch No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball vs. No. 25 Illinois & Iowa with Previews, Breakdowns, TV Channel

After clinching a share of their fourth-straight Big Ten title, the Huskers return to Lincoln for a three-match home stand to end the regular season.

Lincoln, NE · 2d

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Champaign Unit 4 spending waiver falls short of votes needed for approval

CHAMPAIGN — The Champaign Unit 4 school district will be added to the state’s list of districts exceeding state-mandated spending increases, after the school board failed to pass a cost cap waiver at its meeting Monday night. The Illinois State Board of Education caps yearly increases on administrative...

Champaign, IL · 2d

Seattle ON Tap

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Oregon Has THREE QBs Ready and Illinois Is Betting It All On a True Freshman

Nfl logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Illinois is throwing a true freshman into the fire this Saturday against Oregon, relying on Michael Clayton II for his very first start, while the Ducks are sitting pretty […]

Champaign, IL · 1d

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No. 3 Illinois pulls past Sam Houston after messy first half

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A little too close for comfort. In the first ever meeting between the two teams, No. 3 Illinois took care of Sam Houston State at State Farm Center Friday night with an 108-86 win after its first loss of the season Tuesday night in Lubbock. Despite...

Champaign, IL · 4h

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Champaign Considers $500K Shelter Plan

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS/WRSP)— As temperatures begin to drop, the city of Champaign is considering spending roughly $500,000 to help people experiencing homelessness find shelter this winter. For Thor Solars, who is currently sleeping in a park, that help could make all the difference. "It can happen to anybody, you...

Champaign, IL · 2d

OurSentinel

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Unity, SJO, Oakwood and Salt Fork players earn All-State recognition

Eleven area players received All-State recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association this week. Keegan Germano (Unity), Zeke Young (Monticello) and Cameron Wagner (St. Joseph-Ogden) are three of 11 football players earning spots on the IHSFCA All-State list this fall. URBANA - In Class 1A, Oakwood running back Kyler Johnson and Salt Fork's Zayden Bromley received first-team recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association. Fisher defensive back Andrew Todd and Oakwood lineman Walker Enos earned honorable mention nods. Five players from area Class 3A programs made the annual list. St. Joseph-Ogden offensive lineman Cameron Wagner , Unity linebacker Keegan Germano and Monticello receiver Zeke Young were named among Illinois' top small-school players. The Spartans' Lane McKinney earned an honorable mention at quarterback, while the Rockets' Michael Hardin made the list at running back. Lane McKinney St. Joseph-Ogden Michael Hardin Unity From the eastern side of Champaign County, Mahomet-Seymour running back Marco Casillas was the only area player recognized in Class 4A and above. Rounding out the list was St. Thomas More's Sam Kluesner, who earned an honorable mention in 8-man football. Players will be introduced prior of their respective classes state championship game at Hancock Stadium

Oakwood, IL · 2d

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Illinois' 4-game surge meets No. 4 UCLA's unbeaten run in a Rose Bowl showdown

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- One of the Big Ten's two longest winning streaks is about to be snapped. Illinois, winners of four in a row, visits undefeated and fourth-ranked UCLA on Friday night at

Champaign, IL · 1d

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Champaign-Urbana Weekend Planner – Planning Ahead for the Holiday Season

While you prepare your Thanksgiving menu, you can start to shift into overall holiday spirit (however you choose) this weekend. Families can choose from many events and activities happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana. Well, C-U families… it is holiday time. Many of us are making plans for Thanksgiving already, others...

Champaign, IL · 2d

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WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois November 12-15

Listen to Sam Rink and Lyric Roy talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Grab a fantasy drink in the kingdom of Parcadia’s tavern and join friends for an evening of painting miniatures.

Illinois · 2d

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No. 3 Illinois Hosts International Night Friday vs. Sam Houston

PROJECTED STARTERS (Based on previous game) G 1 Lincoln Williams 6-5 180 Fr. 10.0 5.5 0.5 Back-to-back starts vs. Penn/at Texas Tech. G 2 Andrej Stojakovic 6-7 205 Sr. 21.0 5.0 3.7 6th in Big Ten in scoring through 3 games. G 11 Quentin Coleman 6-4 180 Fr. 17.0 6.0...

Champaign, IL · 1d