Olympian Drive Extension To North Lincoln Now Open
Local officials cut the ribbon Monday morning on new road construction that links the north end of Urbana to I-57, via Olympian Drive.
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Gov. Rauner Declares ‘Harvest Emergency’ In Illinois
Governor Bruce Rauner has declared a “harvest emergency” across Illinois. The designation means trucks carrying grain can exceed weight limits by 10 percent.
Porter Appointed As Legislative Inspector General
The Illinois General Assembly has finally chosen someone to investigate ethics complaints against state legislators and staff. The position had been vacant for nearly three years.
At Least 26 Dead After Gunman Opens Fire In South Texas Church
Federal authorities are responding to a shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, in which at least 26 people are confirmed killed, and at least 20 others are reported wounded. Authorities say the shooter was later found dead in his vehicle.
McFadden Places 2nd In NYC Marathon Women’s Wheelchair Division
University of Illinois alum Tatyana McFadden placed 2nd behind Switzerland’s Manuela Schar in the women’s wheelchair division of the New York City Marathon Sunday.