After Taking The Weekend To Reconsider Retirement, Shimkus Confirms He Won’t Run In 2020
U.S. Rep. John Shimkus, R-Collinsville, has made up his mind on a 2020 re-election bid. He’s staying out.
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More Young People Are Getting Skin Cancer — And That Troubles Doctors
The deadliest form of skin cancer is becoming more common in children and young adults.
Refugees Help Bridge Healthcare Gap In Their Communities
Figuring out America’s healthcare system can be hard for anyone. It can be especially challenging for refugees, who often face significant language and cultural barriers. But one group is trying to bridge that gap by training refugees as health navigators in their own communities.
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New Website Rates C-U Restaurants On How Accessible They Are For People With Disabilities
For people with disabilities, it can be frustrating to go to a restaurant only to find it’s not accessible. A new website aims to help. “Access Urbana-Champaign” rates more than 100 local restaurants, cafes and bakeries on their accessibility.
Romanchuk Wins Men’s Wheelchair Division At NYC Marathon
Daniel Romanchuk of Champaign repeated as men's wheelchair champion at the New York City Marathon Sunday, in another tight finish over Switzerland's Marcel Hug.
