Illinois Public Media News

Two upcoming events aim to honor survivors of sexual harassment, misconduct and assault and raise awareness about its prevalence at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Courage Connection is asking the community to help victims of domestic violence this holiday season through its "Adopt a Family" program.

On The 21st: We hear about a photography book highlighting members of the American Legion. Plus, around 10-20% of veterans who return from Iraq and Afghanistan have PTSD. How can therapy dogs help them? And, we bring you the latest news around outbreaks of Legionnaires’ Disease at the Quincy Veterans home. 

People signing up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act have about a month left to do so before the open enrollment period ends on December 15. But health care advocates say it’s best not to wait until the last minute.

This week’s election was expected to bring a second “Year of the Woman” to American politics.

The owner of the Urbana Landmark Hotel has lost a second bidder for the shuttered property.

Nebraska's high-powered offense made Illinois pay for its many mistakes Saturday. The Cornhuskers converted four of the Illini's five turnovers into 24 points while pulling away for a 54-35 win.

Southern Illinois University's medical school is trying to bring more doctors, physicians and medical students to Carbondale and nearby rural areas where they're desperately needed.

European Union ambassador to the U.S. David O’Sullivan was on the University of Illinois campus in Urbana for a public talk Friday. The visit was part of the 17th annual European Union Day organized by university’s European Union Center.

A campus document obtained by Illinois Public Media shows the University of Illinois knew about sexual harassment allegations against Kesan as early as 2002. The document is referenced in a letter that was sent to members of the College of Law community Friday, announcing law professor Jay Kesan will take a one-year unpaid leave of absence.