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Despite Losses, “Wild Bohrs” Play Softball With A Smile
What happens when a bunch of physics grad students form a softball team?
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Police Say Rantoul Robbery Suspect Appeared To Have Gun When He Was Shot
31 year old Darius Graves of Tennessee was fatally shot Tuesday by a Champaign Police SWAT team leader, as he exited a Rantoul motel room with what authorities say appeared to be a gun.
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Rauner Says He Won’t Lockout State Workers, But “I Don’t Control” Potential Strike
Governor Rauner told reporters at a Wednesday news conference that he would not lockout state employees, but that contract negotiaitons with AFSCME are "stuck", and a strike would be something he couldn't control. Meanwhile, an AFSCME spokesman says the governor's "extreme demands" could force a strike.
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UI Women’s Basketball Coach ‘Thankful’ For Investigation Results
Matt Bollant called the university's independent investigation of claims by seven former players 'thorough.' He didn't specifically address findings of 'harsh' player treatment by former assistant coach Mike Divilbiss.
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Human Service Agencies On ‘Death March,’ Advocates Say
Non-profit groups says the ongoing fight over the state budget could lead to tragic consequences for thousands of Illinois who depend on them for human services.
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Standoff At Rantoul Motel Ends In Robbery Suspect’s Death
A suspect in Sunday's armed robbery of the Rantoul Hardee's restaurant died Tuesday after being shot by police during a standoff at a motel.
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U of Illinois Mumps Outbreak Grows; Vaccinations Urged
The Illinois Department of Public Health says so far in 2015, there have been 69 mumps cases reported at U of I's Urbana campus. That's almost 80 percent of all cases statewide.
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Recommendation Coming On State Museum, But Will It Matter?
Governor Bruce Rauner has proposed closing the state museum in Springfield and the Hardin County Work Camp to save money. But many disagree, including Central Illinois state Senator Andy Manar.
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U of I Chancellor, AD: No Personnel Changes From Women’s Basketball Lawsuit
U of I Urbana Chancellor Phyllis Wise and Athletic Director Mike Thomas don't expect any further personnel changes, but do say women's basketball and other sports will follow recommendations from its independent investigation. Meanwhile, the attorney filing the $10 million lawsuit agaist the university said it will stand, with little expectation for a 'thorough, unbiased investigation.'
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New Driver Services Facility Opening In Champaign
A new driver services facility is opening in Champaign this month after the former office closed due to carbon-dioxide levels. The new center will open in Champaign on August 11th.