Meeting Seeks Public Input On Future Of Curtis Road Corridor
A public meeting set for Saturday morning in Urbana will consider the future of the Curtis Road corridor that runs south of Champaign-Urbana.
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Scott Pruitt Confirmed To Lead Environmental Protection Agency
Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt has been confirmed as the next administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The Senate approved Pruitt on a 52-46 vote on Friday afternoon, with two Democrats — Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Heidi Heitkamp of North Dakota — voting for his nomination. Republican Susan Collins of Maine voted no.
Lulu Garcia-Navarro Discusses Move To Weekend Edition Sunday
The long-time NPR international correspondent discusses the transition from reporter to host, some of her memorable assignments, and some tricks to the 'Sunday Puzzle' segment with Illinois Public Media's Brian Moline.
New Champaign Unit 4 Superintendent Susan Zola Discusses Renovations And More
Susan Zola will take over as superintendent of Champaign Unit 4 Schools on July 1. She discussed several issues facing the district, including renovations, and possible changes at the state and federal level, with Illinois Public Media's Brian Moline.
Former House Minority Leader Bob Michel Dies at 93
The longest-serving US House minority leader has died. Peoria native and former House Republican Leader Bob Michel died at an Arlington, Virginia Hospital of pneumonia Friday. He was 93. The Illinois lawmaker was first elected in 1956 and spent 38 years in Congress. His skill at seeking compromise with the Democrats was critical in helping Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush pursue their agendas during their presidential terms.
