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A historic shutdown is over. It leaves no winners and much frustration
A historic shutdown is over. It leaves no winners and much frustration - IPM Newsroom
The fallout of the shutdown landed on millions of Americans, including federal workers who went without paychecks and airline passengers who had their trips delayed or canceled.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 13, 2025 at 4:48 AM
A historic shutdown is over. It leaves no winners and much frustration
UI Senate rejects online Language Other Than English requirement reduction
UI Senate rejects lower Language Other Than English requirement - The Daily Illini
The University Senate voted against lowering the minimum Language Other Than English requirements for online degree completion programs.
dailyillini.com
November 13, 2025 at 1:13 AM
UI Senate rejects online Language Other Than English requirement reduction
PBL school board to vote on superintendent's contract for 2026-2028
PBL school board to vote on superintendent’s contract for 2026-2028
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Paxton-Buckley-Loda school board is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, and one of the things on the agenda is the approval of a superintendent’s contract for the …
www.wcia.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:08 AM
PBL school board to vote on superintendent's contract for 2026-2028
Kat Abughazaleh, other politicians plead not guilty in Broadview conspiracy case
Kat Abughazaleh, other politicians plead not guilty in Broadview conspiracy case - IPM Newsroom
The charges stem from a protest Sept. 26 outside the Broadview ICE facility, which has been the subject of separate litigation.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 12, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Kat Abughazaleh, other politicians plead not guilty in Broadview conspiracy case
Two recruits sign with Illinois volleyball
Two recruits sign with Illinois volleyball - The Daily Illini
Illinois landed two volleyball recruits Wednesday. Outside hitters Maya Harris and Madison Miles committed to play for the Illini.
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Two recruits sign with Illinois volleyball
Illinois hosts Maryland Saturday for Military Appreciation Day
Illinois hosts Maryland Saturday for Military Appreciation Day - IPM Newsroom
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema said that he will bring veterans and those currently in the military to Saturday’s game to honor them.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 12, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Illinois hosts Maryland Saturday for Military Appreciation Day
UI to remove DEI statement from faculty promotion, tenure applications
UI to cut DEI statement from promotion, tenure applications - The Daily Illini
The University will remove the optional diversity, equity and inclusion faculty statement from the promotion and tenure processes.
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 10:08 PM
UI to remove DEI statement from faculty promotion, tenure applications
Opinion | SNAP’s loss of funds shows America’s real problem — it isn’t laziness
Opinion | SNAP’s loss of funds shows America’s real problem — it isn’t laziness - The Daily Illini
The government has been shut down for over a month now, and in the midst of mass layoffs, air travel disruptions and national park closures, one of the greatest concerns among Americans has been the end...
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Opinion | SNAP’s loss of funds shows America’s real problem — it isn’t laziness
Illini keep rolling on road
Illini keep rolling on road - The Daily Illini
The Illini stayed hot this weekend, using their hot surging offense to take their fifth in a row over the struggling McKendree Bearcats.
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Illini keep rolling on road
U.S. Border Patrol boss Greg Bovino, fellow agents to soon leave Chicago but could be back four-fold in March
U.S. Border Patrol boss Greg Bovino, fellow agents to soon leave Chicago but could be back four-fold in March - IPM Newsroom
One DHS source said 1,000 agents could return in the spring, up from 250 now.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 12, 2025 at 5:38 PM
U.S. Border Patrol boss Greg Bovino, fellow agents to soon leave Chicago but could be back four-fold in March
No. 14 Illinois upsets No. 11 Texas Tech in nail-biter
No. 14 Illinois upsets No. 11 Texas Tech in nail-biter - The Daily Illini
No. 14 Illinois (3-0) took down No.11 Texas Tech (2-1) in front of a sold-out crowd in Champaign on Tuesday night, 81-77.
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:18 PM
No. 14 Illinois upsets No. 11 Texas Tech in nail-biter
217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16
217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16 - IPM Newsroom
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 12, 2025 at 2:33 PM
217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16 - IPM Newsroom
A book fair, holiday light displays, and a market showcasing talented artists are all happening in central Illinois this week.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 12, 2025 at 1:33 PM
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16
Comedian Heather Shaw shakes things up
Comedian Heather Shaw shakes things up - The Daily Illini
Laughter fills the room when comedian Heather Shaw is on stage, but that laughter is accompanied by a hint of shock. Shaw often says what...
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Comedian Heather Shaw shakes things up
UI students explore the impact of studying abroad
UI students explore the impact of studying abroad - The Daily Illini
The University offers a range of opportunities for students to study abroad through its faculty-led and partner programs with colleges and
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 1:13 PM
UI students explore the impact of studying abroad
Average teacher pay for 47 area districts
State report cards | Average teacher pay for 47 area districts
The top average teacher salary among 47 area districts last year? Danville at $67,881.
www.news-gazette.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Average teacher pay for 47 area districts
Patch AM: Local woman rises to second lieutenant in police force
🌱 Patch AM: Local woman rises to second lieutenant in police force
Happening soon: Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles on the Champaign Patch calendar
patch.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Patch AM: Local woman rises to second lieutenant in police force
Gallery | Aurora borealis mesmerizes campus
Gallery | Aurora borealis mesmerizes campus - The Daily Illini
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Gallery | Aurora borealis mesmerizes campus
Baristas bring the heat at BakeLab Latte Art Throwdown
Baristas bring the heat at BakeLab Latte Art Throwdown - The Daily Illini
BakeLab hosted its fourth annual Latte Art Throwdown on Saturday, with baristas showing off their creative pouring skills.
dailyillini.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Baristas bring the heat at BakeLab Latte Art Throwdown
U of I College of Media removes Illinois Public Media executive director, promotes from within to fill
U of I College of Media removes Illinois Public Media executive director, promotes from within to fill - IPM Newsroom
Staff at the Urbana-based station learned in an email Tuesday morning that the College of Media is removing current executive director Moss Bresnahan, moving him to an advisory role within the college.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 12, 2025 at 3:23 AM
U of I College of Media removes Illinois Public Media executive director, promotes from within to fill
GCMS School District honors local veterans with annual ceremony
GCMS School District honors local veterans with annual ceremony
GIBSON CITY, Ill. (WCIA) — Students and staff at one Central Illinois school honored those who served on Tuesday as part of nationwide Veterans Day activities. Multiple generations came toget…
www.wcia.com
November 11, 2025 at 11:53 PM
GCMS School District honors local veterans with annual ceremony
Bailey to stay in governor’s race following family tragedy
Bailey to stay in governor’s race following family tragedy - IPM Newsroom
The decision came after ‘a lot of prayer and reflection,’ Bailey told his supporters.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 11, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Bailey to stay in governor’s race following family tragedy
Faculty at U of I urge administrators to reject Trump higher education compact
Faculty at U of I urge administrators to reject Trump higher education compact - IPM Newsroom
The school's University Senate voted Monday to urge administrators to keep the school out of the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.
ipmnewsroom.org
November 11, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Faculty at U of I urge administrators to reject Trump higher education compact
Federal and state websites descend into political finger-pointing as SNAP fight drags on
Federal and state websites descend into political finger-pointing as SNAP fight drags on - IPM Newsroom
Food assistance benefits were cut off in November due to the government shutdown. That’s led a handful of state agencies to post messages blaming Republicans or Democrats for the shutdown on official...
ipmnewsroom.org
November 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Federal and state websites descend into political finger-pointing as SNAP fight drags on
Artisans knit together close community
Artisans knit together close community - The Daily Illini
From scarves to doorknobs, The Craft League of Champaign-Urbana has provided artists with an outlet to showcase their work at fairs for the past 42 years. According to event organizers, this year’s...
dailyillini.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Artisans knit together close community