State Commission Releases Comprehensive Report on Racial Injustice in Illinois History
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) has released a groundbreaking report…
State Commission Releases Comprehensive Report on Racial Injustice in Illinois History
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) has released a groundbreaking report titled “Taking Account: A History of Racial Harm & Injustice Against Black Illinoisans,” providing the…
University of Illinois Researchers Develop Innovative Water Treatment System for Agricultural Runoff
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. — Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a cost-effective solution to address agricultural runoff issues that contribute to water pollution and harmful algal blooms. The team…
Urbana Police Launch New Community Engagement Team to Strengthen Trust
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Urbana Police Department has been working toward a new specialty unit, built to strengthen trust. Now, the Community Engagement Team is sending officers out, with…
New Lab at UIS Prepares Students for Careers in Finance and Analytics
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The University of Illinois Springfield unveiled a new lab on Thursday that will offer students access to professional financial platforms and the opportunity to develop important…
Illinois Wrestling Promotes Jeremy Hunter to Permanent Head Coach
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Illinois wrestling is promoting acting head coach Jeremy Hunter to permanent head coach. The Illini named Hunter, previously an Illini assistant, interim head coach in December…
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…
