Millions of Americans participated in what organizers called the largest single-day protest against President Donald Trump’s second administration, with demonstrations taking place in more than 2,000 cities and towns across all 50 states on June 14. The “No Kings” protests, which coincided with Trump’s 79th birthday and a military parade in […]
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Champaign-Urbana Kicks Off Juneteenth 2025 with Food, Music, and Community
Although Juneteenth is now recognized as a federal holiday nationwide, local traditions often shape how and when it is celebrated. In Champaign-Urbana, Juneteenth festivities began over Father’s Day weekend in 2025, but there is still time to celebrate the end of slavery in the United States. The name “Juneteenth” merges […]
Museum of the Grand Prairie Launches Summer Artifact Showcase
This summer, the Museum of the Grand Prairie is bringing history to life with its annual Summer Artifact Showcase, launching on June 16, 2025. Hosted at the Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, the event welcomes visitors of all ages to discover the area’s vibrant history by engaging directly with […]
Champaign County Democrats Seek Applicants for County Board District 10 Vacancy
The Champaign County Democratic Central Committee has opened the application process to fill the County Board District 10 seat left vacant by Dr. Chris Stohr, whose four-year term was set to end in November 2026. The committee is calling on local Democrats residing in District 10, which covers the east […]
Urbana to Host “No Kings Day” Protests and Community Dinner on June 14
On June 14, Urbana will join communities across the nation for “No Kings Day,” a coordinated day of protest and civic action aimed at rejecting authoritarianism and defending democratic values. “No Kings Day” is part of a broader national movement, with over 1,500 protests planned across all 50 states and […]
Trump Bans Protester Masks, Citing “Nothing to Hide”, While ICE Agents Conceal Identities Amid Raids
In the middle of the night on June 8, President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that protesters will no longer be permitted to wear masks during demonstrations, pointedly asking, “What do these people have to hide, and why?” The declaration, made via Truth Social comes amid escalating protests against […]
Supreme Court Unanimously Strikes Down Higher Bar for “Reverse Discrimination” Claims
In a landmark decision issued on June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that plaintiffs who are members of a majority group—such as white, male, or heterosexual employees—do not face a higher evidentiary burden than minority-group plaintiffs when bringing employment discrimination claims under Title VII of the Civil […]
Mahomet Soda Fest 2025 Set for June 14
Downtown Mahomet is gearing up for a day of fizz and fun as the 6th annual Mahomet Soda Fest returns on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Soda enthusiasts will have the chance to sample over 100 different sodas from family-owned bottlers across the United States. From […]
Mahomet Public Library Launches “Level Up! STEM” Series for Young Innovators
This summer, the Mahomet Public Library is inviting young scientists and engineers to put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test with its new “Level Up! STEM” series. Designed for students entering grades 2 through 5, the program features a hands-on STEM challenge every other Tuesday from 3:00 pm […]
I-57/74 Interchange Ramps Reopen Tonight in Champaign
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that two key ramps at the I-57/74 interchange in Champaign will reopen to traffic tonight, June 3. The newly completed ramps include the connection from northbound Interstate 57 to eastbound Interstate 74, as well as the I-74 eastbound off-ramp at Prospect Avenue. […]