Illinois Public Media News

The Illinois legislature has approved the so-called Voices Act, overriding a veto from Governor Bruce Rauner. It's aimed at helping certain immigrants obtain special visas.

Several Illinois environmental advocates are calling on state legislators to regulate the dumping of coal ash – a byproduct of coal burning-- generated by utility companies.

On the 21st: Bloomington-Normal residents have wondered what Rivian will do ever since the company first moved to the area. And recently, the startup unveiled their plans to make electric pickup trucks. We’ll learn more about that and the state of the auto industry in the Midwest. Plus, students of all ages are using more technology in the classrooms than ever before, whether it’s laptops, tablets, or other devices. So how do teachers make sure that technology is helpful instead of distracting? But first, we’ll sit down with state climatologist Jim Angel to talk climate change in Illinois.

​The Champaign County Board voted Tuesday night to provide more money to the county nursing home, settling two lawsuits, forgiving old loans, and agreeing to loan the home additional money until a pending sale to a private operator becomes official.

Notre Dame beat the Fighting Illini men's basketball team 76-74 last night in South Bend. For the second time in as many weeks, Trent Frazier had a chance to hit the game-winning shot. This time the ball went halfway through the basket before rolling off the rim.