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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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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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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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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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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 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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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.
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Florida-based Convey Health Solutions plans to hire 300 or more people when it opens in Decatur's Fairview Plaza in the fall, in the location vacated by StarTek in 2012.
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An outside firmed hired by the University of Illinois to investigation charges of racism and abusive behavior in the women's basketball program at Urbana found no evidence of wrongdoing, but Chancellor Phyllis Wise says they will implement its recommendations on ways for student-athletes to report concerns and relations between coaches and parents.
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The Danville Municipal Band, which consolidated several community bands in 1940, will perform a free anniversary concert on Sunday, August 2nd at 7 PM, at St. James United Methodist Church, 504 North Vermilion Street in Danville.
