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Governor J.B. Pritzker delivered the State of the State Address, Three University of Illinois professors were awarded a prestigious fellowship, and Indiana bill to absorb several Illinois southern counties, moved forward in the lower courts. Hosted by: Michael Sweeney Stories by Peter Hanson, Michael Sweeney and Nicolas Roacho Music by Boxout

An Indiana house bill that proposes a commission to decide to redraw state lines was passed, Soft Spoken performs this Thursday at the Krannert Center, and the Illinois State Museum is recruiting volunteers and judges for Illinois History Day. Hosted by Zayna Quraishi. Stories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Zayna Quraishi, and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.

Gov. Pritzker hints at no tax hikes in 2026 state budget, The Fighting Illini Women’s golf team at the Spartan Suncoast Invitational, and legendary Illini baseball coach passes. Hosted by Nick Roacho Stories by Amelia Benson, Emily Huffman and Michael Sweeney Music by Outbox

Urbana police department announces new plan to combat gun violence, Illini wrestling loses to Penn State, and Urbana Mayor democratic primary candidates prepare for the election. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Nick Roacho, and Peter Hanson Music by Boxout

Madigan has been found guilty. Former Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives Michael Madigan was convicted after 4 months of courtroom disputes. Champaign County jails will now be reporting the use of chair restraints--as they should have been doing. and University of Illinois Professor Marcelo Garcia has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Hosted by: Peter Hanson Storie...

The Soybean Innovation Lab may be closing due to federal funding cuts, President Trump pardoned former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich, and former Illini football player Sydney Brown helped the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl. Hosted by Zayna Quraishi. Stories by Kaitlyn Devitt and Emily Huffman. Music by Boxout.

The Soybean Innovation Lab to close due to funding, Three FedEx facilities across Central Illinois are set to close, and Illinois' Women's basketball beats Wisconsin. Hosted by Nick Roacho Stories by Amelia Benson and Michael Sweeney Music by Boxout

New bill allows paid break for breastfeeding, City Council member apologizes for swastika and three-star linebacker commits to Illinois football. Hosted by Nick Roacho Stories by Nick Roacho, Amelia Benson, and Peter Hanson Music by Boxout

UI Chancellor Robert J. Jones named next president of UW, Illinois sees a rise in flu cases, and UI men's basketball player wins Big 10 freshman of the week. Hosted by Zayna Quraishi Stories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Zayna Quraishi, and Emily Huffman Music by Boxout

JB Pritzker bans Jan. 6 rioters from state jobs, local housing program set to close due to insufficient funding and four-star cornerback commits to Illinois football. Hosted by Nick Roacho Stories by Amelia Benson, Emily Huffman, and Peter Hanson Music by Boxout

Central Illinois receives industrial development grants, University of Illinois professors are awarded for their research and U of I names a new senior offensive assistant. Hosted by Amelia Benson Stories by Emily Huffman, Kaitlyn Devitt, and Michael Sweeney Music by Boxout

Illinois house proposes nearly 1,800 new bills, Yuengling beer comes to Illinois and Illinois DCFS launches new app. Hosted by Zayna Quraishi Stories by Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, and Kaitlyn Devitt Music by Boxout

An apartment complex fire was swiftly taken care of by both Urbana and Champaign police, Kendall Bostic made history while the Illini Women's basketball took care of the Boilermakers last night, and Illinois was celebrated as the national leader in clean energy. Hosted by: Michael Sweeney Stories by: Zayna Quraishi, Michael Sweeney and Peter Hanson Music by Outbox

J.B. Pritzker signs disability wage bill into law, Urbana early voting opens, and housing issues facing UIUC classes. Hosted by Amelia Benson Stories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman and Michael Sweeney Music by Boxout

With President Donald Trump's looming threat of illegal immigrant deportation, CU police have announced their commitment to stay uninvolved, as is the law in Illinois. Volunteers are needed to cuddle and feed baby goats at the Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery. And Senator Chapin Rose of Mahomet introduced a new bill that would require voters to present their IDs when voting. Hosted by: Giuliana Me...

Illini football ranked #16 on AP Top 25, Chicago prepares for Trump's planned deportations, and Illinois counties look to secede into Indiana. Hosted by Zayna Quraishi Stories by Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, and Kaitlyn Devitt Music by Outbox

The University tacks another year in a row of record high applications--a sign of a coming over-enrollment. Starting in the fall, any Illinois high school graduate can transfer to UIUC from any college in the country given they achieved good enough grades and credit hours, possibly adding to the impending strain. and University researchers discovered the ability to extract vital ingredients for su...

Illini Men's basketball beats the Hoosiers, Urbana new restaurants opening, and Decatur to receive $10 million for transit. Hosted by Peter Hanson Stories by Michael Sweeney, Peter Hanson, and Kaitlyn Devitt Music by Outbox

Illinois lawmakers propose legalizing sex work, Illinois Secretary of State proposes digital IDs, and UIUC students begin testifying in Palestinian protest trial. Hosted by Zayna Quraishi Stories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Amelia Benson, and Giuliana Means Music by Outbox

Illini basketball beats Penn State, Illinois complications over hemp tax regulations, and Savoy tax incentive vote. Hosted by Amelia Benson Stories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman, and Kaitlyn Devitt Music by Outbox

A $1 million grant was awarded to Champaign by the state to address homelessness. Blood donations are low and the need is high in Central Illinois, especially during this period of dangerous weather conditions. And Illini Softball player Ava Moore was named to the freshman top 100 list ahead of the season. Hosted by: Giuliana Means Stories by: Emily Huffman, Michael Sweeney and Peter Hanson Music...

Champaign County improves first-responder procedures, Illinois passes name change bill, and UIUC basketball player wins Big 10 Freshman of the week. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Giuliana Means, and Michael Sweeney Music by Outbox

Illinois student charged with mob action following pro-Palestine protests in April, has filed to motion to dismiss, Defensive back Xavier Scott to return in orange and blue for the 2025 season, And victim of Champaign house fire speaks out about struggles. Hosted by Michael Sweeney Stories by Peter Hanson, Michael Sweeney and Giuliana Means Background reading: UI student charged with mob action fi...

Illini football left tackle J.C. Davis decides to return for another season. With a new year comes new laws; some more exciting than others. Champaign Park District receives a $600k grant from the state to build the All Abilities Activities Hub. Hosted by Peter Hanson Stories by Michael Sweeney and Amelia Benson Music by Outbox

The Illinois Supreme Court rules the smell of raw cannabis warrants a vehicle search, Champaign County Sheriff's Department hosts "Shop with a cop", Illinois incoming minimum wage increase and Illini football set to compete in the Cheez It Citrus Bowl. Hosted by: Zayna Quraishi Stories by: Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, Kaitlyn Devitt and Michael Sweeney Music by Outbox