Mixed Emotions Over Confederate Flag In Champaign
The debate about the Confederate flag is happening across the country, but the flag has different meanings to different residents in Champaign.
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Despite Losses, “Wild Bohrs” Play Softball With A Smile
What happens when a bunch of physics grad students form a softball team?
Police Say Rantoul Robbery Suspect Appeared To Have Gun When He Was Shot
31 year old Darius Graves of Tennessee was fatally shot Tuesday by a Champaign Police SWAT team leader, as he exited a Rantoul motel room with what authorities say appeared to be a gun.
Rauner Says He Won’t Lockout State Workers, But “I Don’t Control” Potential Strike
Governor Rauner told reporters at a Wednesday news conference that he would not lockout state employees, but that contract negotiaitons with AFSCME are "stuck", and a strike would be something he couldn't control. Meanwhile, an AFSCME spokesman says the governor's "extreme demands" could force a strike.
UI Women’s Basketball Coach ‘Thankful’ For Investigation Results
Matt Bollant called the university's independent investigation of claims by seven former players 'thorough.' He didn't specifically address findings of 'harsh' player treatment by former assistant coach Mike Divilbiss.
