Morning Briefing: Conflict in Middle East and Tech Exuberance
Good morning, Central Illinois! The day begins with a mix of global tensions and technological…
Morning Briefing: Conflict in Middle East and Tech Exuberance
Good morning, Central Illinois! The day begins with a mix of global tensions and technological enthusiasm. In the Middle East, Israel’s airstrike on Iranian oil depots is reshaping regional politics…
Central Illinois Weather: Sunny and Warm for March 8
Another beautiful spring day is on tap for Central Illinois today with plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures. As we move into the week ahead, expect a mix of warm…
PrairieBuzz Investigation
Mary Miller Says She’s Fighting for Farmers. But Washington Policies Keep Forcing Farm Bailouts. When Illinois Rep. Mary Miller emailed constituents this week claiming she was standing up for farmers,…
Effingham County Humane Society Takes in Over 30 Animals Following Residential Eviction
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Effingham County Humane Society and Animal Control have taken in more than 30 animals over the last few days, and the sheriff’s office said…
Illinois Bill Aims to Improve Mental Health Resources for Coroners and Medical Examiners
MAHOMET, Ill. — A state senator from Kankakee is proposing a bill that would make it easier for coroners and medical examiners to take care of their mental health. The…
HUD Secretary Announces New Rule to Promote Self-Sufficiency in Public Housing
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A newly proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) aims to increase self-sufficiency among residents of Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) and individuals…
Garden Hills Construction Enters Third Phase with Street Closures in Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Parts of two intersecting streets in Champaign will be closed until further notice to accommodate the third phase of construction in the Garden Hills neighborhood. The City…
Seven Danville Middle School Students Face Expulsion After After-School Brawl
DANVILLE, Ill. — Seven students are facing expulsion for their involvement in last week’s after-school brawl at Danville’s North Ridge Middle School, according to School Board President Darlene Halloran. Halloran…
Downtown Savoy Demolition Project Begins Monday
SAVOY, Ill. (WCIA) — Next week, a number of buildings in Downtown Savoy will begin being demolished, with the project set to wrap up in May. According to a press…
Illinois Author Shares Legacy of Father, MLK Jr.’s Bodyguard
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Just one month after publishing his book, an Illinois author was sharing his work in Champaign County schools on Thursday. Dr. Gilo Kwesi Logan was at…
