Urbana City Council Hears Task Force Report On Traffic Stops
Urbana council members say they're ready to enact some of the recommendations made in a report finding racial disparities in traffic stops by Urbana police.
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Rauner, Senate, Approve Funds For Local Governments
Money can now be released to local governments and community organizations that have been waiting for state funding since July. Shortly after the Illinois Senate Monday overwhelmingly approved a partial budget plan, the governor signed it into law.
Another Grammy Nomination For Champaign’s Archeophone Records
Archeophone Records, which re-issues recordings from the acoustic era, has picked up a Best Album Notes nomination for 'Songs of The Night: Dance Recordings 1916-1925.' Ryan Barma's accompaying booklet discussses band leader Joseph C. Smith's life and contributions to early 20th Century dance music.
Bucshon To Have Democratic Challenger
Democrat and former Indiana State Rep. David Orentlicher says he's moving from the Indianapolis area to Terre Haute to challenge three-term Republican Congressman Larry Bucshon for the 8th District US House seat.
Illinois Issues: No Place To Call Home - Pt. 2
In contrast to homelessness in urban areas, rural homelessness is less visible, and its victims face unique challenges due to a sparse population that results in fewer available services.