Illinois Public Media News

Alan Guebert has written a syndicated newspaper column about agriculture for about 20 years. Several of those columns have recounted what life was like on the “Southern Illinois dairy farm of his youth” – near St. Louis – and the beloved great uncle who came to “help.” At his daughter’s suggestion, the two of them have gathered those stories into a book, The Land of Milk And Uncle Honey. 

McElroy died just past 8:30 Friday morning after suffering a medical emergency while driving.  He had served as mayor since 2009, and was re-elected in April.  Gov. Bruce Rauner said 'his passion for the community was infectious.'

Fresh off a tour of London and Germany, Kilborn Alley returns home to the stage at Research Park tonight.  They stopped by the studio to play a few songs and talk with Morning Edition host Brian Moline.

Mayor Bob Harwood said the city is starting see flood waters recede after experiencing its worst conditions since January 2008.  A few hundred residents could return home early next week.

Champaign’s Fire Department plans to celebrate its 150th anniversary this Sunday (July 19) with a parade and fire muster --- defined as a ceremonial assembly of firefighters. Residents will also get a chance to see some of the gear that's transformed the job of a firefighter over the years.