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

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03:32

April 10, 2024

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2024/04/10

Illinois investigates voter information published online. Illinois Department of Public Health warns about solar eclipse glasses recall. UIUC Students gather for the eclipse. Illinois proposes AI child pornography law. Stories by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Emily Huffman, Peter Derrah, Suzette MurilloHosted by: Joaquim O'Malley-MaciasMusic by: Boxout

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02:48

April 9, 2024

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2024/04/09

U of I hosts Engineering Open House, Illini take 4 individual titles at Big Ten men's gymnastics championships, State Board of Elections investigating information theft, Unit 4 chaos continues as candidates wither.Hosted by Adelyn Mui.Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada and Alice Mei.Music by Boxout.

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04:01

April 8, 2024

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2024/04/08

A partial solar eclipse will occur in Champaign today, local activist Dr. William Patterson passed away earlier this week, the Champaign Public Library is hosting a space-themed exhibit, and 107 year old Dick Cogdal received a special visit from the Marching Illini.Hosted by Peter DerrahStories by Adelyn Mui, Peter Derrah, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, and Stephanie OrellanaMusic by Boxout

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03:12

April 5, 2024

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2024/04/05

The Fighting Illini won the Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament championship game 71 to 57 over Villanova Wednesday night.A partial solar eclipse will be visible in the Champaign-Urbana area Monday afternoon.A recent Urbana School District board meeting saw many teachers spend around an hour demanding better action.The Illinois Stewardship Alliance is demanding the extension of a grant program to keep food grown in Illinois in the state.Hosted by Layli NazarovaStories by Peter Derrah, Emily

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03:13

April 4, 2024

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2024/04/04

CU mourns the loss of Dr. Willian Patterson, eye expert shares how to protect eyes from eclipse, CUPHD launches mental health program, Senate Republicans call for prison review board reform. Hosted by Emily Huffman.Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, and Nick Roacho.Music by Boxout.

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04:15

April 3, 2024

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2024/04/03

Illinois All-American NFL star dies, Illini Women defeat Washington State and proceed to WBIT champaign, Edible book festival comes to Champaign, Urbana school board convenes for pivotal, Illinois adds Davis and loses Dainja in portal. Storys by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Emily Huffman, Peter Derrah, Layli Nazarova, Suzette MurilloHosted by: Joaquim O'Malley-MaciasMusic by: Boxout

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02:59

April 2, 2024

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2024/04/02

Urbana Middle School moves to e-learning due to short staff, U of I may soon offer MS in video game development, IDPH says IL respiratory virus level dropped to low, building collapses in Rantoul.Hosted by Adelyn Mui.Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui, Emily Huffman and Alice Mei.Music by Boxout.

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04:58

April 1st, 2024

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2024/04/01

UIUC Men's Basketball was eliminated from March Madness, the US Supreme Court may ban an abortion pill, UIUC Women's Basketball continues victories in the WBIT, Carle Health is in a legal battle regarding property taxes, and Illinois bridges are ranked poor in a national study. Stories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana,Shane Werner, Joaqium O’Malley-Macias, and Peter DerrahHosted by Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

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02:35

March 29, 2024

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2024/03/29

Employees may no longer be required by employers to get a microchip implanted under their skin.Heidi Mueller is taking over the Department of Children and Family Services.U of I students have voted to keep the campus Ice Arena.The Lyric Theater Program at U of I will take audiences on a road trip with many characters when it presents Fugitive Songs at the Rose Bowl on April 6th, at the Canopy Club April 13th, and at Krannert Center on April 25th.Hosted by Layli NazarovaStories by Peter

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04:53

March 28, 2024

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2024/03/28

Fighting Illini Men's Basketball will face Iowa State for March Madness, the context of a FBI raid in Champaign remains unknown, Fighting Illini Women's Basketball will face Tulsa in the WBIT tournament, the Urbana School District hosted a final public forum for a redistricting proposal, and the Chambana film festival will sponsor independent movie showings.Stories by Adeyln Mui, Nick Roacho, Stephanie Orellana, Alice Mei, and Joy QuezadaHosted by Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

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03:29

March 27, 2024

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2024/03/27

School board cancels meeting after walkout, U of I gets $7.5 million for permafrost research, Carle named pediatric care center, Bielema named to AFCA board of trustees, expert on the universe's origin headed to U of I. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Peter Derrah, Joaquim O’Malley-Macias, Layli Nazarova, Suzette Murillo, and Emily Huffman.Music by Boxout.

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01:55

March 26, 2024

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2024/03/26

Champaign school parents prepare concerns for board meeting, solar eclipse to happy on April 8, U of I updating parking meters.Hosted by Adelyn Mui.Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.

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04:07

March 25, 2024

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2024/03/25

Illini Men's Basketball advances in the March Madness tournament, a local Jewish council opposes a Champaign city resolution, Champaign Fire and Police departments hosted a charity hockey competition, Illini Women's Basketball has found success in the National Invitational Tournament, and Illinois wrestler Edmond Ruth competes at the annual NCAA competition. Stories by Peter Derrah, Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, Shane Werner, and Joaquim O'Malley-MaciasHosted by Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

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03:13

March 22, 2024

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2024/03/22

The U of I Men’s Basketball team won their opening March Madness tournament game last Thursday,beating 14th seed Morehead State 85 to 69The primary elections in Champaign County are under way and early results show that Laurie Braurer won more than 70 percent of the Democratic vote for Champaign County Coroner.The Urbana school district is reaching out to parents to gauge the response to controversial redistricting plans.The Illinois women’s basketball team beat Missouri State 74 to 69 at State Farm

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02:47

March 21, 2024

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2024/03/21

Illinois March Madness round one preview, Champaign school board member resigns, Urbana City Council passes cease fire resolution, and U of I survey says many adults can't tell fact from opinion. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Nick Roacho, Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, and Joy Quezada.Music by Boxout.

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04:55

March 20, 2024

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2024/03/20

Illini to begin campaign for the national title, Champaign school district accused of violating Open Meetings Act, Champaign planning to revitalize downtown, Illini Women's accepts WBIT invitation, Carle Staff opening haircare program.Stories by: Ethan Oskroba, Layli Nazarova, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Peter Derrah.Hosted by:Joaquim O'Malley-MaciasMusic by : Boxout

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02:43

March 19, 2024

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2024/03/19

Champaign shares yard waste pick up times, governor rolls out health care reform package, UIUC Dean's List honorees announced, Illinois virus level remains flat.Hosted by Adelyn Mui.Stories by Emily Huffman, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada and Elissa Eaton.Music by Boxout.

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03:29

March 18, 2024

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2024/03/18

The U of I Men's Basketball Team won the annual Big Ten Tournament and qualified for a three seed in the March Madness tournament, and the Champaign School District faces a discrimination lawsuit.Hosted by Peter DerrahStories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, and Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

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02:32

March 15, 2024

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2024/03/15

Two separate motorcycle accidents happened last Tuesday in Champaign, UIUC Professor Ying Diao receives a grant from NASA, and CUDO Plays hosts its 10th annual Grand Exhibition event.Hosted by Peter DerrahStories by Emily Huffman, Nick Roacho, and Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

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02:18

March 14, 2024

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2024/03/14

Illinois men's basketball set for postseason opener, federal bill pumps funding into Central Illinois, and highlight slew of Illini conference honors. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Nick Roacho, and Adelyn Mui.Music by Boxout.

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