by Simon Carr and Medill Illinois News Bureau, Capitol News Illinois April 21, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — When Illinois named small farmer Nathan Ryder a finalist for a federal $100,000 Local Food Infrastructure Grant, he made big plans for his farm in the southeastern tip of the state. Then the U.S. […]
The Vermilion County Conservation District, in collaboration with the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC), is set to host an Illinois RiverWatch Workshop at the Forest Glen Preserve on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will take place at the Gannett Education Center […]
On Sunday, April 6, the Hyatt Regency O’Hare hosted the seventh annual Individual Player National Championship Tournament (IPNCT), where 251 high school and middle school students from across the country competed in a unique quiz bowl format that tests individual knowledge and reflexes without team support. Among the competitors was […]
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order titled “Regulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources to Promote American Energy,” granting a two-year extension for compliance with stricter emissions standards under the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS). The executive order is part of the administration’s broader […]
Despite a Supreme Court order saying the Trump administration must facilitate the return of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, President Trump and El Salvador’s president, Nayib Bukele, have now publicly stated they will not facilitate his return to the United States. Abrego Garcia is a Maryland resident who the Trump administration […]
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 […]
