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Satire | UI crowns Larry Gies as official mascot

The University announced today that alum, billionaire and Madison Industries CEO Larry Gies has been named its official mascot. This marks the first time the University has had a mascot since it retired Chief Illiniwek in 2007. The announcement, which doubled as a ceremony, took place on Zuppke Field at...

Champaign, IL · 1d
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Champions Honored, Special Awards Given At 2026 World Of Outlaws Awards Banquet

Sunday night was a time for celebration of the 25th season of the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision. Drivers, crew members, Series staff, sponsors and families joined forces with the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series at The Revelry North End in Charlotte for the 2026 World of Outlaws Awards Banquet. More than $1.1 million in points fund checks were presented along with several special awards recognizing the achievements of those who made the 2026 season one for the record books.

Charlotte, TX · 2d
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Illinois Signs 2027 Wing Mason Martin: Brad Underwood on His Game and Fit

Underwood loves Martin's shooting ability, along with the coaching he has received in high school and AAU hoops

Champaign, IL · 16h

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Some Dewey TWI families express frustration after district cancels second engagement meeting

Evanston/Skokie District 65 administrators canceled a second meeting for Dewey Elementary School Two Way Spanish/English Immersion (TWI) families scheduled to take place Thursday. Several Dewey TWI parents told the RoundTable that the decision upset them. A Wednesday email from Assistant Superintendent Maggie Gordon and District 65 Director of Multilingual Services...

Evanston, IL · 1d
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University of Illinois establishes email and service backups because of Microsoft Outage

URBANA – The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has established alternatives to services due to a widespread Microsoft outage. A widespread outage hit Microsoft platforms including Outlook on Thursday, with many users encountering trouble using their email accounts and other errors across the tech giant’s suite of apps. Illinois...

Urbana, IL · 1d

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PBL schools’ proposed tax levy shows increase in both amount, rate

PAXTON — The Paxton-Buckley-Loda school board on Wednesday, Nov. 11, approved a proposed version of the school district’s property tax levy for 2026 and scheduled a truth-in-taxation hearing for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, prior to approval of a final version. Without including $2.18 million to be levied...

Paxton, IL · 1d

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U of I Board of Trustees approves demolition, new design of residence halls

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A demolition plan is in the works regarding student housing on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. Last year, WCIA reported the university was planning on demolishing the Taft and Van Doren residence halls and replace them with a larger, more accessible, dorm. Thursday afternoon, the two agenda items regarding these […]

Champaign, IL · 1d

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Availability Report for Illinois and UCLA's Week 11 showdown

It’s a short week for the No. 4 UCLA Bruins but UCLA won’t be too short-handed in their Big Ten Conference matchup against Illinois Friday night at the Rose Bowl. UCLA released their availability report on Thursday, with eight Bruins having been ruled out for the game. We’re in Week 11 so every team is facing some injuries and while the UCLA offensive line has been taxed, the team remains in OK shape. QB Nico Iamaleava, OL Sam Yoon, WR Mikey Matthews, WR Jonah Smith, OLB Ryan McCulloch, WR Jalen Saint Paul, DL Ashton Sander and OL Hall Schmidt have been ruled out for the game. WR Shane Rosenthal and OL Riley Robell are listed as questionable. Thursday’s availability report for #illini at No. 4 UCLA: Will Holmes and Demetrius John are probable. Jake Renfro is questionable. pic.twitter.com/M4RUc7fzD6 — Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) November 13, 2026 Robell has been UCLA’s starting center this year, so his availability could go a long way for the interior of the Bruins’ offensive line. Schmidt has been a big piece at tackle for UCLA but the Bruins will be getting Jordan Davis back this week, giving the team a potential replacement at tackle for Schmidt.

Los Angeles, CA · 16h

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Shawn Johnson brings Olympic, life lessons to UI

The Illini Union Board hosted former Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson for a Q&A session at Foellinger Auditorium Tuesday at 7 p.m. Johnson won four medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, including gold on balance beam and three silver medals. Since retiring from gymnastics in 2012, she has won season eight of “Dancing with the Stars” and pursued a social media career alongside her husband, Andrew East.

Champaign, IL · 1d

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Board of Trustees Approves First Steps Toward Creating New Commercial Enterprise to Support Illinois Athletics

CHAMPAIGN, Ill.— The University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved Thursday a resolution authorizing the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) to take initial steps toward establishing a new commercial enterprise designed to generate additional revenue, strengthen the department's long-term financial position, and support the continued competitive success of Fighting Illini Athletics. The initiative represents an important step in positioning Illinois to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of college athletics while maintaining its commitment to academic excellence, competitive success, and the holistic development of student-athletes.

Champaign, IL · 1d

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Literacy scores improve while math drags behind statewide and in central Illinois, school officials say

Math is a sore spot for many school districts in Illinois. Far fewer students are meeting state expectations for what they have learned in math class compared to English. That’s partially because many districts have focused on improving literacy in recent years – and have made progress. Urbana...

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Parkland College Community Education Relaunches CDL Truck Driver Training Program

Community Education at Parkland College has relaunched its Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Truck Driver Training Program in partnership with Road Runner Driving School. “For many years, Parkland College’s CDL truck driver training program has helped students gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to launch successful careers in the transportation industry,” said Stephanie Stuart, Parkland College’s Vice President for Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Innovation. “As demand for qualified commercial drivers continues, we are excited to partner with Road Runner Driving School to expand access to high-quality training that prepares students for the workforce. We look forward to a strong collaboration that will serve our students, employers, and communities for years to come.”

Champaign, IL · 1d

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Herendeen tees it up for one more year at Illinois

Senior Max Herendeen, the No. 1 player in the NCAA Division I rankings, announced Thursday on Instagram that he will return to Illinois next fall for a fifth season. “I’m not ready for this journey to end in the spring,” Herendeen wrote on Instagram. Herendeen credited his three...

Champaign, IL · 1d

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The Weekender: November 13-15

Celebrate flauta Friday, Maize on Neil, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., $10. It’s flauta Friday, or at least I’m saying it should be. This town has a lot of good flautas, and my favorites are the potato and queso ones at Maize. It’s one of four kinds of flautas at The Station and the new Neil Street location, and practically there’s no excuse not to get crunchin’ on Maize’s deep-fried handmade corn tortillas every Friday. (AB)

Champaign, IL · 1d