Lawmakers Explore Medical Marijuana As Opioid Alternative
Medical marijuana is still new to Illinois, but some lawmakers are taking a look at expanding its use, to help stem the opioid epidemic. They heard testimony from doctors and patients.
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Kentucky Eliminates Illini Softball From NCAA Regional
The Wildcats never trailed in Sunday's contest, grabbing a 3-0 first inning lead. Kentucky advances to an NCAA Super Regional, while the Illini finish the season at 39-20, the fourth most wins in program history.
Latest Phase of MCORE Construction Closes Green Street At Illini Union
A portion of Green Street in Champaign was closed to traffic a few weeks ago, as part of work on the MCORE (Multimodal Corridor Enhancement) project, which aims to improve traffic flow through Champaign-Urbana’s Campustown area and University District. But there may be greater disruption, when another section of Green Street is closed down for MCORE-related work, starting on Monday, May 22.
Illini Softball Advances To Regional Final
The Illini softball split a pair of games on Saturday to advance to the NCAA Regional Final in Lexington, Kentucky. They will face the host Kentucky Wildcats at 11:00am on Sunday.
Trump Arrives In Saudi Arabia To A Warm Welcome, Despite Troubles At Home
President Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia on Saturday carrying baggage — namely, a swirl of controversy stemming from his firing of FBI Director James Comey and the ongoing Russia investigations. But his hosts in Riyadh aren't likely to be bothered by it all.
