U Of I Professor Under Investigation, Placed On Leave
Joe Petry, a clinical professor of economics who once ran for mayor of Champaign, has been placed on administrative leave by the University of Illinois, pending results of an investigation.
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Fire Temporarily Closes Illini Union Basement
An electrical fire occurred Thursday morning at the Einstein Bros. Bagels located in the basement of the 78-year-old Illini Union building on the University of Illinois campus.
Engineering School To Be 2nd U Of I College Named For Benefactor
The University of Illinois College of Engineering is on track to be renamed the Grainger College of Engineering next month, as it receives a $100 million gift from the Grainger Foundation. The university’s board of trustees is expected to vote on the name change at its May 16 meeting in Springfield.
WGLT To Take Over Operations At Peoria Public Radio Station WCBU
Illinois State University and Bradley University have signed an agreement in which WGLT-FM will assume operations of WCBU-FM in Peoria starting June 1.
READ: The Mueller Report, With Redactions
Attorney General William Barr has released a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference in the 2016 election to Congress and the public.
Watch Live: Attorney General Barr Briefs Reporters About The Mueller Report
Attorney General William Barr delivers a press conference at the Justice Department ahead of the expected release of special counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference in the 2016 election. A redacted version of the report is expected to be released on Thursday.
Why Getting Mental Health Care Can Be A Struggle For Refugees
The U.S. is a landing spot for thousands of people fleeing persecution, war and violence. And that can trigger mental illness in many of these U.N.-sanctioned refugees. But getting help can be a challenge.
Supporters Of Trans Students Say Suit’s Dismissal Sets Precedent
A parents’ group from the Chicago suburbs dropped its lawsuit that attempted to ban transgender students from using school restrooms and locker rooms associated with their gender identity, a move that supporters of transgender students say helps affirm the rights of students across Illinois.
Senate Measure Would Increase Protections For Workers Experiencing Sexual Harrassment
Some Illinois lawmakers want more protections for employees who are sexually harassed in private sector jobs.
New Danville Budget Plan Includes $$ For Separate Police, Fire Chiefs
Danville Mayor Rickey Williams Junior says one of his goals as he prepares to start a full term is to get new police and fire chiefs in place – replacing the position of public safety director.
