Champaign Groups Host Black History Month Event Honoring Veterans
NAACP, Healing Invisible Wounds, and Veterans Assistance Commission collaborate on 'Standing on the Shoulders of Giants' celebration.
No. 8 Illinois falls to Wisconsin 92-90 in overtime thriller
Champaign Announces Two Road Closures Starting Thursday
Health
Flu Cases Rise as Doctors Warn of Severe Complications in Children
Influenza can damage the body's defenses, leading to life-threatening issues like pneumonia and encephalitis.

Rosecrance Director Recognized as Frontline Honoree
Amy Young lauded for expanding access to quality behavioral health care.
Free Dental Exams and Cleanings Offered for Children at Parkland College
Give Kids A Smile Day set for February 7 with services provided at no cost to families.
Entertainment
Red Hot Winter variety show returns to Champaign
24th annual Vegas-style production blends music, comedy, cirque and philanthropy to benefit Aunt Martha's Health & Wellness

Staerkel Planetarium to Host Free Cosmic Concert
Local music ensembles to perform original compositions and improvisations with immersive visuals.
Ebertfest to Return to Champaign for 'One Last Dance' in April
The iconic film festival will host its final edition at the Virginia Theatre after a 26-year partnership with the University of Illinois ends.
Crime
Shooting on South Mattis Avenue Leaves 17-Year-Old Dead, 19-Year-Old Injured
Champaign police seek community tips as investigation into fatal incident continues

Large Police Presence Reported on Champaign's Mattis Ave
Emergency responders on scene, person transported by ambulance
Champaign County Sees Spike in Arrests for Assault and DUI
Weekly Crimestoppers report shows increase in violent and impaired driving incidents
Lifestyle
Champaign Unit 4 to Host Career and Technical Education Fair
Two-day event connects students with over 50 local businesses

Veteran Educator from Honduras Named Next Champaign Unit 4 Superintendent
Geovanny Ponce to take over district under three-year contract starting July 1.
Champaign Salvation Army to Honor Volunteers at Annual Awards Night
The event will recognize those who dedicate their time and efforts to serving the local community.
Sports
Illinois Coach Brad Underwood Rips Big Ten Officiating After Loss
Underwood vented frustration over missed calls and inconsistent officiating in his team's defeat against Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Upsets No. 8 Illinois in Overtime Thriller
Badgers guards Nick Boyd and John Blackwell combine for 49 points in 92-90 win over the Illini
Wisconsin, Purdue pull off Big Ten upsets
Badgers and Boilermakers knock off top-10 opponents on the road