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Headlines from Champaign and beyond, five days a week. Hosted, written, and produced by WPGU correspondents.

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02:22

Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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2025/01/29

Illinois house proposes nearly 1,800 new bills, Yuengling beer comes to Illinois and Illinois DCFS launches new app.Hosted by Zayna QuraishiStories by Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, and Kaitlyn DevittMusic by Boxout

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03:04

Tuesday, January 28th

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2025/01/28

An apartment complex fire was swiftly taken care of by both Urbana and Champaign police,Kendall Bostic made history while the Illini Women's basketball took care of the Boilermakers last night,and Illinois was celebrated as the national leader in clean energy.Hosted by: Michael SweeneyStories by: Zayna Quraishi, Michael Sweeney and Peter HansonMusic by Outbox

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02:46

Friday January 24th, 2025

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2025/01/24

J.B. Pritzker signs disability wage bill into law, Urbana early voting opens, and housing issues facing UIUC classes.Hosted by Amelia BensonStories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman and Michael SweeneyMusic by Boxout

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02:49

Thursday, January 23, 2025

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2025/01/23

With President Donald Trump's looming threat of illegal immigrant deportation, CU police have announced their commitment to stay uninvolved, as is the law in Illinois.Volunteers are needed to cuddle and feed baby goats at the Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery.And Senator Chapin Rose of Mahomet introduced a new bill that would require voters to present their IDs when voting.Hosted by: Giuliana MeansStories by: Michael Sweeney, Zayna Quraishi and Peter HansonMusic by Outbox

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03:06

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

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2025/01/22

Illini football ranked #16 on AP Top 25, Chicago prepares for Trump's planned deportations, and Illinois counties look to secede into Indiana.Hosted by Zayna Quraishi Stories by Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, and Kaitlyn DevittMusic by Outbox

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03:23

Friday, January 17, 2025

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2025/01/17

The University tacks another year in a row of record high applications--a sign of a coming over-enrollment.Starting in the fall, any Illinois high school graduate can transfer to UIUC from any college in the country given they achieved good enough grades and credit hours, possibly adding to the impending strain.and University researchers discovered the ability to extract vital ingredients for sustainable fuel from an ultra-common plastic.Hosted by Amelia BensonStories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily

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02:50

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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2025/01/16

Illini Men's basketball beats the Hoosiers, Urbana new restaurants opening, and Decatur to receive $10 million for transit.Hosted by Peter HansonStories by Michael Sweeney, Peter Hanson, and Kaitlyn DevittMusic by Outbox

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02:25

January 15, 2025

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2025/01/15

Illinois lawmakers propose legalizing sex work, Illinois Secretary of State proposes digital IDs, and UIUC students begin testifying in Palestinian protest trial.Hosted by Zayna QuraishiStories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Amelia Benson, and Giuliana MeansMusic by Outbox

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02:53

Friday January 10th, 2025

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2025/01/10

Illini basketball beats Penn State, Illinois complications over hemp tax regulations, and Savoy tax incentive vote.Hosted by Amelia BensonStories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman, and Kaitlyn DevittMusic by Outbox

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02:43

Thursday, January 9th, 2025

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2025/01/09

A $1 million grant was awarded to Champaign by the state to address homelessness.Blood donations are low and the need is high in Central Illinois, especially during this period of dangerous weather conditions.And Illini Softball player Ava Moore was named to the freshman top 100 list ahead of the season.Hosted by: Giuliana MeansStories by: Emily Huffman, Michael Sweeney and Peter HansonMusic by Outbox

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02:07

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

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2025/01/08

Champaign County improves first-responder procedures, Illinois passes name change bill, and UIUC basketball player wins Big 10 Freshman of the week. Hosted by Kaitlyn DevittStories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Giuliana Means, and Michael SweeneyMusic by Outbox

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02:54

Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

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2025/01/07

Illinois student charged with mob action following pro-Palestine protests in April, has filed to motion to dismiss,Defensive back Xavier Scott to return in orange and blue for the 2025 season,And victim of Champaign house fire speaks out about struggles.Hosted by Michael SweeneyStories by Peter Hanson, Michael Sweeney and Giuliana MeansBackground reading: UI student charged with mob action files motion to dismiss on 1st Amendment grounds by Jessie Wang and Qaasim JatoiXavier Scott announces return

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03:10

Monday, January 6, 2024

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2025/01/06

Illini football left tackle J.C. Davis decides to return for another season.With a new year comes new laws; some more exciting than others.Champaign Park District receives a $600k grant from the state to build the All Abilities Activities Hub.Hosted by Peter HansonStories by Michael Sweeney and Amelia BensonMusic by Outbox

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03:18

Wednesday, December 11, 1024

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2024/12/11

The Illinois Supreme Court rules the smell of raw cannabis warrants a vehicle search, Champaign County Sheriff's Department hosts "Shop with a cop", Illinois incoming minimum wage increase and Illini football set to compete in the Cheez It Citrus Bowl.Hosted by: Zayna QuraishiStories by: Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, Kaitlyn Devitt and Michael SweeneyMusic by Outbox

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03:30

Friday, December 6, 2024

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2024/12/06

Illini Football recruits made their commitments official this week, Urbana may increase its recycling tax rate, Tuscola's downtown is turning into a holiday scavenger hunt with their Winter Window Walk and Decatur's property taxes will be rising in January.Hosted by Amelia BensonStories by Peter Hanson, Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman and Amelia BensonMusic by Outbox

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02:55

December 4, 2024

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2024/12/04

Illini Football Assistant Coach Dana Dimel passed away,Peoria City Council narrowly approved a public sleeping ban,Aidan Laughery was named Big 10 player of the weekand Vermillion County officials got sworn in.

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02:30

December 3, 2024

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2024/12/03

Illini Women's Volleyball are headed to the NCAA tournament,Illinois' Cold Weather Rule just went into effectand Illini football just wrapped up a historic season.

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03:08

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024

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2024/11/27

Women's Basketball's Kendall Bostic earned Big Ten Player of the Week with her performances against Oregon State and Le Moyne,33 Illinois counties have voted to secede from Cook County, making their own state,And Women's XC's Halle Hill went solo to the NCAA Championships this weekend to race her final college 6k.

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03:10

Friday, November 22, 2024

WPGU News ·

2024/11/22

UIUC's Main Library celebrated its 100th anniversary with the unveiling of a time capsule of the same age.Illinois Men's Basketball signed four-star and 89th overall recruit Brandon Lee on Tuesday.and a federal judge overturned Illinois' assault weapons ban.

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05:01

National/State Election Recap

WPGU News ·

2024/11/06

A short recap of the national election outcome and local elections that will be felt on a national scale.

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