by Peter Hancock, Jade Aubrey and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois April 11, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — Law enforcement officers would no longer be allowed to search a vehicle or detain a driver who is over age 21 based solely on the smell of burnt cannabis in the […]
The William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College has revealed its highly anticipated Summer 2025 schedule, offering a diverse array of shows designed to captivate audiences of all ages. From explorations of the cosmos to sensory-friendly experiences, this summer promises to be an unforgettable season for astronomy enthusiasts and families […]
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order titled “Protecting American Energy from State Overreach.” This is a significant escalation in the administration’s efforts to dismantle state-level climate regulations and bolster domestic energy production. The order says that it aims to secure “American energy dominance” by removing what the administration […]
The 2025 Mahomet Music Festival is set for August 22 and 23, with headliners Gina Miles of Paxton and Parmalee. Miles, winner of The Voice Season 23, is known for her emotional performances and powerful vocals. As part of Niall Horan’s team, Miles won US$100,000 and a record deal with […]
The Village of Mahomet Board of Trustees has moved forward with a resolution to award the Churchill Road/US 150 Turn Lanes and Signal Modifications project to SNC Construction, Inc., placing the item on the consent agenda for approval. The project, designed to alleviate traffic congestion at the intersection, is estimated […]
The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously directed the Trump administration to take immediate steps to facilitate the return of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador last month due to what the government has acknowledged as an “administrative error.” The ruling largely upheld a […]
Students in need of a prom dress or shoes are invited to shop at the fourth annual CU Prom Giveaway, located in the Lincoln Building at 44 E Main Street in downtown Champaign. After distributing nearly 3,000 dresses, hundreds of pairs of shoes, over 200 suits and handbags, and 750 […]
The Vermilion County Conservation District (VCCD) is set to host an engaging “Illinois Birds” workshop on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kennekuk County Park Education Center. This event, offered through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ (IDNR) ENTICE (Environment and Nature Training Institute for […]
The Village of Mahomet has advanced its updated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan to the consent agenda for final approval on April 22. The 2025 update to the ADA Transition Plan focuses on improving sidewalk ramps within public rights-of-way, addressing non-compliant areas, and maintaining existing accessible infrastructure. The […]
by Ben Szalinski, Jade Aubrey, Bridgette Fox and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois April 8, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois House took its first step Monday in passing legislation responding to proposed actions by the Trump administration. The House voted 67-39 to advance House Bill 3637, which […]
