WIU Reviewing State Budget Before Making Decisions
The budget approved by Illinois lawmakers provides Western Illinois University with funding for last fiscal year and the current fiscal year. Now university leaders will decide how to proceed.
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WATCH: Senate Confirmation Hearing Of New FBI Director
Christopher Wray, President Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, faces the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday for his confirmation hearing. Wray would replace James Comey, whom Trump fired in May. The live video stream will begin at 8:30am CT.
Champaign City Council Gives Initial Approval To Police Review Panel
Ten years after voting against the idea, the Champaign City Council gave its unanimous support Tuesday night to a police citizens review panel in a preliminary vote.
Donald Trump Jr.‘s Emails About Meeting With Russian Lawyer, Annotated
Donald Trump Jr. tweeted images of emails regarding his 2016 meeting with a Russian lawyer on Tuesday. NPR journalists have annotated the text below with context and analysis.
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News Fatigue: Podcasts; Medicaid In Illinois; Spider-Man’s Stunt Double; Total Solar Eclipse
On the 21st: What podcasts can you turn to if you're fatigued by the onslaught of breaking news? We also learn about possible shortcomings in Illinois' Medicaid managed care program, speak with the University of Illinois alum who plays Spider-Man's stunt double, and learn why the upcoming total solar eclipse in Carbondale is such a big deal.