Champaign Extends Lane Closures Near 309 S. First Street
Construction activity at 309 S. First Street prompts extended lane closures in Champaign.
Champaign Park District to Host First-Ever Lucky Dog 5K
Illinois Pulls Away Late to Beat Indiana 71-51
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
Weekly On-Campus Crime Log Reported at University of Illinois
Incidents range from theft and underage drinking to assault and burglary

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
Sports
Illinois Freshman Mirkovic Sets New Standard After Owning Mistake
Mirkovic's self-reflection and accountability after a loss inspired his coach and teammates.

Illinois Dominates Boards to Defeat Indiana
The Illini bounce back from two straight losses with a physical performance on the glass.
Former Illini Star Helps Prep Team for Indiana Star Lamar Wilkerson
Terrence Shannon Jr. visited Illinois and played on the scout team to help the Illini prepare for Indiana's leading scorer.
Lifestyle
Eastern Illinois Foodbank Seeks Creative Volunteers for Prom Event
Volunteers needed to create centerpieces for the food bank's upcoming "Under the Sea" themed prom night.

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.
Champaign Announces Two Road Closures Starting Thursday
Fifth Street and Broadmoor Drive to see temporary shutdowns for construction work.