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![]() ![]() Fatal Crash on SR 39 in Clinton County, IN
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Danville Police Investigate False Bomb Threat
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Danville Police Arrest Individual charged with Stabbing
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HELP FOR TAX FILING
Several trusted Illinois programs offer free income tax preparation for low-to-moderate income families and older adults who may need assistance in filing their 2025 income taxes. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), American Association of Retired Persons' (AARP) Foundation Tax-Aide Program, the Ladder Up Tax Assistanc...
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Weather Related Closings, Cancellations, Delays, and Adjustments for Monday 02/02/26 (UPDATED 02/01/26 AT 7:55 P.M. CST):
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Danville Police Investigate False Bomb Threat
Danville Police reported a false bomb threat to Danville High School. There were no explosives and no one was at risk, but the time and expense involved in responding to this event are a burden to the community and taxpayers. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Danville Police to assist in protecting studen...
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Schlarman Hires New Principal to Carry On Tradition
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Feb 26, 2026
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Danville Police Arrest Individual charged with Stabbing
February 24, 2026 Danville, IL - On February 24, 2026, at approximately 9:57 a.m., officers with the Danville Police Department were dispatched to the area of North Bowman Avenue and East Voorhees Street in reference to a reported stabbing involving a 38-year-old male victim. Responding officers learned the victim was ...
Feb 25, 2026
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HELP FOR TAX FILING
Several trusted Illinois programs offer free income tax preparation for low-to-moderate income families and older adults who may need assistance in filing their 2025 income taxes. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), American Association of Retired Persons' (AARP) Foundation Tax-Aide Program, the Ladder Up Tax Assistanc...
Feb 11, 2026
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Weather Related Closings, Cancellations, Delays, and Adjustments for Monday 02/02/26 (UPDATED 02/01/26 AT 7:55 P.M. CST):
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Feb 02, 2026
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![]() If a demolition permit has not been applied for by Oct. 13, 2026, the city would be allowed to “take steps to carry out the demolition” and file liens for expenses incurred, said city attorney Thomas Yu. Thanks to the many community contributors who have joined News-Gazette Radio since the WDWS/WSOY show started eight weeks ago. Take an easy-on-the-ears stroll down Memory Lane of moments no one can forget. Danville School District 118 Superintendent John Hart: "After completing the search, no threats or dangers were identified." Each week, we'll run details of permits for all new single-family and multi-family residences — as well as commercial and industrial work and residential remodeling costing over $25,000 — in Rantoul. Multimedia
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The LatestIf a demolition permit has not been applied for by Oct. 13, 2026, the city would be allowed to “take steps to carry out the demolition” and file liens for expenses incurred, said city attorney Thomas Yu. Thanks to the many community contributors who have joined News-Gazette Radio since the WDWS/WSOY show started eight weeks ago. Take an easy-on-the-ears stroll down Memory Lane of moments no one can forget. Danville School District 118 Superintendent John Hart: "After completing the search, no threats or dangers were identified." Each week, we'll run details of permits for all new single-family and multi-family residences — as well as commercial and industrial work and residential remodeling costing over $25,000 — in Rantoul. Each week, courts beat reporter Luke Taylor will assemble a bulletin of local criminal activity reported by C-U police. Local government leaders in Illinois are once again calling on state lawmakers to increase funding for their communities after Gov. J.B. Pritzker called for reducing the share of income taxes disbursed to municipalities. The state honored 28 schools from across Illinois for academic performance at an event at the governor’s mansion in Springfield Wednesday evening. "A ticket from UIPD is expensive, but it's nowhere as expensive as a trip to the hospital due to overconsumption," said department spokesperson Abbigail Reisner. A bench trial had previously been set to begin Tuesday, but parties in the case told Sixth Judicial Court Judge Benjamin Dyer that a settlement in the form of a consent decree “is close to resolution,” according to court records. Today is Friday, March 6, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago: The location now known as the Saloon by the Rail in Tilton has been a home to several bars over the years, and Pammy Jo Cheuvront has served up drinks at more than one. Can Illinois football keep it up under Bret Bielema? "I really think they’re going to just keep going. I think they’re just getting warmed up," former Illini and major donor Stu Levenick said on News-Gazette Radio. If the appointment is approved by city council on Monday, Verdell Jones III's term would last until the next consolidated election on April 6, 2027. The Bailey Buzz this week shares information about an Armstrong science teacher receiving a grant, a Mission K9 Warrior donation from the Danville Sweet Adelines, a Vermilion County War Museum continuing program, March's First Friday in downtown Danville and Coffee Talks at the Hoopeston Public Library. National FFA Week brought out the best in our area students and staff “I never imagined I would be still playing this song in 2026. In fact, this song and several others from the disco era continue to rate well in listener feedback.” Champaign Central physics teacher Darren Plattner will retire at the end of the year after 33 years at the school. Ford County Treasurer Krisha Whitcomb has submitted her letter of resignation, effective April 10, leaving the remaining seven months of her second and final term to be filled by appointment by the county board. The proposal will be on the agenda for next week’s village board meeting, along with a vote on whether to create a Class EF liquor license for event venues, such as the pictured facility at 224 Wheat Avenue that is changing hands. “I’m still expecting her to take my calls to help out a young superintendent who’s trying to figure things out, but it’s been a great honor to work with and learn from her,” Jake Palmer says of the retiring Barb Thompson. A Champaign man has been charged with aggravated arson for allegedly attempting to set fire to the Champaign City Building. Today is Thursday, March 5, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago: Advocates for health care providers that treat low-income and uninsured patients are pressuring state lawmakers to pass legislation they say would prevent drug manufacturers from restricting access to medications that are discounted through a federal pharmacy program. When Illinoisians look to power their homes, they are faced with what can be an intimidating landscape of energy providers. That includes the major energy utilities — Commonwealth Edison, Ameren Illinois, Nicor Gas and Peoples Gas — but also smaller, alternative suppliers. Champaign native Chuck Kelly enjoyed the Illini's latest win "30,000 feet over the Pacific." A 15-year-old was injured in a shooting in Champaign Wednesday morning that led parts of Parkland College to enter lockdown for a brief period. Parkland College's extended campus is under lockdown status as police respond to a shooting around the area of Mattis Avenue and Parkland Way. More than a century ago, Russia’s leaders made a blunder that cost tens of thousands of lives, altered the world power structure and set in motion powerful forces still felt today. Eighteen former U.S. Department of Justice attorneys filed a brief in federal court this week opposing the Trump administration’s lawsuit that seeks access to sensitive personal information about every registered voter in Illinois. $850,000 has been appropriated for the Broadmeadow Road extension Catching up with our talented two-year High School Confidential reporter from LeRoy, Molly Scheuer. The special “One Piece” cards distributed at three games were limited to one per guest and could not be purchased or resold on university property, said UI Director of Executive Communications and Issues Management Patrick Wade. Today is Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago: To subscribe, click here. “No, I have never, had never met Jeffrey Epstein. I was never on Jeffrey Epstein's plane. I was never on any plane with Jeffrey Epstein or with Ghislaine Maxwell. Never met her.” "When I go to conferences now, I’m approached by younger scholars. I try to think ‘be like Bob’ and don’t just say thank you and walk away," says one of the many young scholars UI History Professor Emeritus Robert "Bob" McColley always made time for. In Dallas City, a small town in western Illinois along the Mississippi River, Mayor Kevin Six says residents have grown frustrated wondering whether the state will ever finish paving Illinois Highway 96. A Champaign man who pleaded guilty to unlawful delivery of a controlled substance was sentenced to five years in the Illinois Department of Corrections despite arguing he had changed since prior convictions. The top three: Champaign's 61822 (550), Champaign's 61821 (248) and Mahomet's 61853 (230). Savoy might not have a downtown square yet or be as close to the heart of campus as Urbana-Champaign, but the village is no stranger to the turquoise Veo bikes that have become a common sight in the twin cities. Today is Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago: Keaton Rauman has 52 free pizzas coming his way after sinking a halftime shot at State Farm Center. J.B. Pritzker's cousin, Thomas Pritzker, recently resigned as executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels after his association with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell came into clearer view. Said the governor: “I’m not close to my cousin, but I can tell you that it’s very important that people be held to pay the price for whatever it is that they may have done." Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect in a burglary from McDonald's in Mahomet. Mahomet Parks and Recreation is an anomaly when compared to other local districts — but for all the good reasons. Maybe the lack of options his father presented him was the smartest thing — that’s what led Thad Bernschneider, the former Illinois and National FFA President, to various opportunities of a lifetime. Today is Monday, March 2, 2026. Here are local news reports from 50 and 15 years ago: HD Radio stands for hybrid-digital. However, the letters HD bask in the glow of HD for high-definition TV. HD Radio launched to a great start when it debuted in 2002. It promised broadcasters more programming options and higher fidelity. |
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