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
Lifestyle
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
Runners and their pups invited to take part in March 14 race at Heritage Park
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.
Health
Research: FDA Drug Labels Not Proof of Patent Violation
Paper argues courts are incorrectly treating FDA-required drug labels as evidence of patent infringement against generic drugmakers
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.
Sports
Illinois Women's Basketball Dominates Rutgers in 76-56 Win
Illini stars shine as team plays complete game on both ends of the floor
Illinois Women's Basketball Cruises Past Rutgers in Blowout Win
Illini defense shuts down Scarlet Knights in dominant performance
ESPN's Jay Bilas Moves Illinois Basketball Up in Latest Rankings
Bilas' first update since preseason has Illini at No. 6 nationally, second among Big Ten teams
