The U of I encampment continues. Jewish students gather at the Alma Matter. Gas Prices trend downward in Champaign. Marathon participant saved during cardiac arrest. Illinois proposes a bill to eliminate "junk fees". Stories by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Peter Derrah, Emily Huffman, Layli Nazarova Hosted by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias Music by: Boxout…

U of I Jewish communities respond to encampment, Race Weekend returns to Champaign-Urbana, volunteers clear 23,000 pounds of trash from Boneyard, Republicans push back on university funding, Illini golf finishes second at championship. Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, Emily Huffman and Alice Mei. Music by Boxo…

This episode covers the encampments this weekend organized by those protesting the University's investment in companies tied to Israel. More recent updates have been added as more develops. Hosted by Michael Sweeney Stories by Alice Mei, Joaquin O'Malley-Macias, and Michael SweeneyAf WPGU 107.1 FM

The Urbana Police Department arrested a young man, identified as Boston Brooks, for threatening terrorist acts last Monday. Michael Parekh, a computer science student at the University of Illinois won the top prize in Apple’s Swift Student Challenge among 50 other winners. Illinois officially recognizes the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation as their f…

State Senator speaks on Champaign school board, SROs return to Champaign schools after 3 years, Champaign Wine Walk returns, EIF shares Foodmobile dates in Champaign County, and Illinois banning junk fees. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, Nick Roacho, and Alice Mei. Music by Boxout.…

Tyler James Willaims comes to U of I. Illinois House of Representatives divided on US Military Aid. New African American History signs to be built on campus. Luke Goode enters the transfer portal. Stories by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Alice Mei, Joy Quezada, Shane Werner Hosted by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias Music by: Boxout…

U of I's Office of DRES celebrates 75 years, Springfield Capitol experienced lockdown after bomb threat, wild animal ban passes Illinois house, Orlando Antigua returning to UIUC as men's basketball head coach Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.…

The death of UIUC student Akul Dhawan was ruled an accident, Qdoba is returning to campus, and 5 tornadoes touched down in Western Illinois. Stories by Adelyn Mui, Peter Derrah, and Shane Werner. Hosted by Peter Derrah Music by BoxoutAf WPGU 107.1 FM

Hansberry entered transfer portal by Peter Derrah Big rare cicada brood coming back to Illinois by Nicolas Roacho Illinois biometric laws are changing by Emily Huffman University demands more funding, still by Suzette Murillo New outdoor University fitness park by Peter Derrah Hosted by Michael Sweeney Music by Boxout…

Japan House hosting Spring Open House, Urbana hires Barksville principle, Savoy board to vote on Curtis Road Project, and Champaign County gathers for second food summit. Hosted by Emily Huffman Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, and Nick Roacho. Music by Boxout.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

Illinois Bill may ban Native American Mascots. Hub Student resident dies. Illinois becomes the state with the most lead pipes per capita. Illinois budget address to potentially wipe medical debt. Stories by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Layli Nazarova, Suzette Murillo, Emily Huffman Hosted by Joaquim O'Malley-Macias Music by Boxout…

MTD designs bus for Juneteenth, U of I hosts plant fair for Mom's Weekend, IL bill may ban Delta 8 hemp products. Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

Tacoria Humphrey breaks an U of I long jump record, Two UIUC professors win Guggenheim Fellowships, a notable player transfers to Illinois Basketball, and the McKinley Health Center rejects providing abortion pills. Stories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, and Peter Derrah Hosted by Peter Derrah Music by Boxout…

The principal of Champaign’s Booker T. Washington STEM Academy resigned this week. The University of Illinois has dropped its investigation into the rape allegations against Terrance Shannon Junior and has decided not to take disciplinary action against him. Tre White committed to the Illinois Men’s basketball team for the 2024 to 2025 season. Resi…

No interviews for Unit 4 Board of Education, U of I study examines social media usage during disasters, Urbana Census Bureau is in need of field representatives, and Illini baseball beat Illinois State. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, and Nick Roacho. Music by Boxout.…

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 Murillo Hosted by: Joaquim O'Malley-Macias Music by: Boxo…

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.…

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 Derrah Stories by Adelyn Mui, Peter Derrah, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias…

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 Stewardshi…

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.…

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 Murillo Hosted by: Joaqui…

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.…

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’Mall…

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 So…

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…

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. Mus…

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.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

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 co…

The U of I Men’s Basketball team won their opening March Madness tournament game last Thursday, beating 14th seed Morehead State 85 to 69 The 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 reach…

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.…

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-Macia…

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.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

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 Derrah Stories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, and Peter Derrah Music by BoxoutAf WPGU 107.1 FM

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 Derrah Stories by Emily Huffman, Nick Roacho, and Peter Derrah Music by BoxoutAf WPGU 107.1 FM

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.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

Shortage of election judges causes polling places to close, local bar reopens after fire, and Ruth's Big Ten title highlights Illini Wrestling at conference tournament. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Adelyn Mui, Peter Derrah, and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

Illinois men's basketball win against Iowa, Champaign community icon retires, man receives life sentence for murder of U of I student. Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Emily Huffman, Ethan Oskroba and Adelyn Mui. Music by Boxout.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

Local bassist and music producer Mark Rubel passes away, UIUC students voted to maintain the campus ice arena, an Illinois Senate bill proposes ending mandatory political or religious meetings at work, and the Illinois High School Association's Basketball Championships might leave Champaign. Stories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, Nick Roacho, a…

The 30-year-old Prairie Play Playground in Urbana has officially been torn down and will be replaced with a brand new structure. The Illinois women’s basketball team lost to Maryland by a score of 75 to 65 in the Big Ten conference tournament. Champaign school children are paying homage to one of their classmates by selling slime for a fundraiser. …

Central Illinois food bank grant helps farmers, Urbana Board of Education takes steps to fill member vacancy, officials raise concerns for Champaign postal hubs, advocates more funding for K-12 education. Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Joy Quezada, Nick Roacho, and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.…

Trump permitted on state ballot following Supreme Court ruling, influential Champaign County School Board member resigns, a UIUC biotech lab received almost $700 billion in funding, and Severe Weather Preparedness Week takes place statewide. Hosted by Peter Derrah Stories by Emily Huffman, Adelyn Mui, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, and Peter Derrah Music…

Illinois men's basketball drops to No. 12, Champaign hosts speedskating competition, IPDH adopts new COVID quarantine guidelines, Illinois lawmakers want to match California emission standards. Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Elissa Eaton, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada and Nick Roacho. Music by Boxout.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

Urbana parents protest school redistricting decision, U of I wins against Big Ten rival Wisconsin, Pour Bros Taproom organizes a memorial event for deceased manager, and Urbana hosted its first anime convention.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

An Illinois judge ruled that former President Donald Trump should be taken off the ballot for the state’s primary election. The U of I men's basketball team won Wednesday’s game against Minnesota by a score of 105 to 97. This April marks the 25th anniversary of Ebertfest, a film festival celebrating the Pulitzer prize winning U of I alum and film c…

U of I vet school sends false acceptance letters, U of I students fight for future ice arena, Urbana to be home to semi-pro soccer team, Champaign neighborhood recognized as cultural district, and IDPH to allow schools to administer Narcan. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, Nick Roacho, and Peter Derra…

U of I hosts a Pickleball tournament to raise money for charity, Champaign initiates Phase two of the welcoming city plan, Illini Men's Basketball to face Minnesota, Urbana woman dies after altercation. Stories by Emily Huffman, Ethan Oskroba, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Stephanie Orellana, Joy Quezada Hosted by Joaquim O'Malley-Macias Music by Boxout…

Urbana community members gather at playground before its demolition, coaches and players weight in on new NCAA women's volleyball rule, Illinois men's basketball drops to number 13. Hosted by Adelyn Mui. Stories by Emily Huffman, Adelyn Mui and Nick Roacho. Music by Boxout.Af WPGU 107.1 FM

An Illinois judge is removed following a controversial conviction reversal, Illinois Men's Basketball achieves its 1000th Big Ten victory, a proposed Illinois bill will legalize psychedelic mushrooms, a local pedestrian tragically passed away following a car accident, and Central and Centennial High Schools are sponsoring local job fairs.…

Champaign City Council agreed to give a special permit for solar panels on the land around Moore’s Rescue Ranch. The number 12 Illinois Men’s basketball team let their late lead slip Wednesday night in their away game against Penn State. Last Wednesday Illinois Governor JB Pritzker gave his annual budget address. University of Illinois graduates Do…

Coroner confirms U of I student's cause of death, police seek approval for street cameras, Champaign City Council to vote on $500,000 for downtown, Curtis Orchard welcomes back long lost cat, and seasonal viruses remain at low levels. Hosted by Emily Huffman. Stories by Stephanie Orellana, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada, Nick Roacho, and Emily Huffman. Mu…