Staffer For Cong. Davis Picked As New Lawmaker
Tim Butler replaces former Rep. Rich Brauer, who now works for Illinois' Department of Transportation.
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Community Activists Call For Ouster Of U of I Chancellor
Champaign-Urbana community activists are calling on the University of Illinois to fire Urbana Chancellor Phyllis Wise over what they call institutionalized racism.
Quinn Criticizes Rauner At Rare Public Appearance
In one of his first appearances since leaving office, former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn took shots at his successor.
Delays Lead To Charges Dropped Against Defendant In Redding Murder
Delays in analyzing evidence have prompted Champaign County prosecutors to drop murder charges against Devon Craig in connection with last summer's shooting death of Allen Redding. But those charges could be refiled later.
“Mansquito” Headlines Insect Fear Film Festival at U of I
University of Illinois entomology professor May Berenbaum says she was tickled to find a movie featuring a female entomologist for her annual festival devoted to science fiction movies with dubious insect science.
U of I Asks Court To Dismiss Salaita Lawsuit
The university said the professor had no binding contract. Salaita's lawyer argues that he was already hired to teach in the Native American Studies program.
Illinois Risks Losing Some Funding For Schools If They Don’t Administer The PARCC Test
Illinois has the its own test to determine college readiness, but some parents and teachers are trying to stop it.
Public Weighs In On Dodds Proposal At Park Board Forum
The Champaign Park District Board could vote in two weeks on whether to continue talks on a proposed land swap with Champaign Unit 4 schools, enabling for a Central High School in Dodds Park.
Iowa Downs Illini 68-60
The Illini drop to 7-8 in the Big Ten with their loss at Iowa Wednesday night. Rayvonte Rice led Illinois with 20 points.
