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Illinois renames Memorial Stadium to Gies Memorial Stadium after record $100 million gift
Gies's contribution honors his late father, U.S. Army veteran Larry Gies Sr., and aims to preserve the legacy of military sacrifice.
Darren Bailey to run for governor again in Illinois
Bailey is biggest name to enter Republican primary despite 2022 loss.
Champaign police wrap up Labor Day safety campaign with multiple citations and DUIs
This enforcement effort was funded by federal traffic safety dollars administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation.
2 days ago in , Dr David Fletcher, Safeworks
Safeworks prepares Champaign for Fall: “This season matters more than people think”
According to the Safeworks Illinois team, fall is the season when issues—often overlooked in the summer—can become dangerous if not addressed.
Metabolic meals salmonella outbreak hits 16 across 10 states; seven hospitalized
The CDC has issued an alert advising consumers who ordered these meals to discard them immediately and to carefully clean any surfaces they may have contacted.
Chicago Bears set to leave Chicago — New Stadium Planned for Arlington Heights
The team is pushing to finalize plans by the end of this year.
Champaign Unit 4 secures strong 3‑year teacher contract with competitive raises and benefits
Under the agreement, teachers will see pay increases ranging from 15% to 17%, based on their roles.
3 days ago in National
Hegseth and Caine visit Puerto Rico as US steps up military operations in the Caribbean
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Puerto Rico on Monday for an unexpected visit as the U.S. steps up its military operations against drug cartels in the Caribbean.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81
Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has died after a long battle with cancer, the band said Monday. He was 81.
3 days ago in Sports
Dodgers’ no-hit bid falls short in 9th but rally for 3-1 win over Rockies
Tyler Glasnow and Blake Treinen combined to pitch eight innings of no-hit ball before Tanner Scott gave up Colorado's first hit in the ninth and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 3-1 victory Monday night.
3 days ago in Sports
J.J. McCarthy rallies Vikings in 4th quarter of his debut for 27-24 win over Bears
J.J. McCarthy's long-awaited debut for the Minnesota Vikings was looking more like a nightmare. Even so, coach Kevin O'Connell could sense things were going to change. And he told his quarterback at halftime.
3 days ago in World
Israeli military urges full evacuation of Gaza City ahead of expanded military operation
The Israeli military urged a full evacuation of Gaza City on Tuesday morning ahead of its planned expanded offensive in the northern city, where hundreds of thousands of people struggle under conditions of famine.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Charlie Sheen talks his road to sobriety ahead of release of his memoir, ‘The Book of Sheen’
Sheen sat down with actor and writer David Duchovny during an event at 92nd Street Y, New York on Monday to discuss the writing process behind his memoir, "The Book of Sheen," his journey through sobriety and his passion for acting.
UIUC scientist Kaiyu Guan named finalist for prestigious Blavatnik Award
His work supports both individual farmers and national policymakers in adopting more sustainable and efficient farming practices.
24-year-old man seriously injured in Urbana shooting; suspects fled on foot
The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he remains in serious condition, authorities said.
3 days ago in Entertainment
What to Stream: Ed Sheeran, ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ Charlie Sheen doc and Borderlands 4
"Only Murders in the Building" returning for its fifth season and Ed Sheeran coming back with the new pop album "Play" are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson lead Country Music Association Awards noms with 6 each
Joining Lainey Wilson in competing for the night's highest honor — CMA entertainer of the year — will be Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton and Morgan Wallen, last year's winner in the category.
3 days ago in National
Trump note to Epstein that he denies signing is released by Congress
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released on Monday a sexually suggestive letter to Jeffrey Epstein purportedly signed by President Donald Trump, which he has denied.
Second firefighter in Champaign stabbing released from hospital
Lt. Courtney Moravek was discharged late Sunday morning, spokesperson Randy Smith confirmed.
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