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Unit 4 heard feedback on proposed changes to the School of Choice program, Carle expands training, Purdue names Illinois defensive coordinator Ryan Walters as football head coach and more. Hosted by Josie Alameda Stories by Avery Bowen, Tara Moabsher, Lillie Salas, and Bekah Douglas Music by Boxout

Hearing for gun ban begins today, Illini Hillel looking to raise $10 million, celebration of life set for Scott Bennett and Illini named AP All-American. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Jacob Shumaker, Josie Alameda, Tara Mobasher and Daniel Villarreal. Music by Boxout.

Illinois senator Scott Bennett passes away, COVID-19 cases are up in Illinois, the University of Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team loses to Penn State. Hosted by Laszlo Richard Toth. Stories by Daniel Villarreal, Kaitlyn Devitt, and Jacob Shumaker. Music by Boxout.

Carle see record number or patients, Japan House to expand facilities, U.S. House passes Respect for Marriage Act and Governor Pritzker shows support for gun ban. Stories by Husna Hussaini, Laszlo Richard Toth, Lillie Salas and Avery Bowen Hosted by Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout

New Illinois amendments create a more equitable system of pre-trial detention,  a 12-year old Urbana middle school student passes away, the Illinois supreme court makes history with a female majority, Champaign’s Everyday Kitchen Restaurant permanently closes, and Illini men’s basketball boasts a victory over the Texas Longhorns.  Hosted by Husna Hussaini Stories by Katie Ratke, Daniel V...

Unit 4 parents strongly oppose changes to the school of choice program, catalytic converter thefts on the rise, a new HIV medication to be made available in Illinois and more. Hosted by Josie Alameda Stories by Tara Mobasher, Lillie Salas, Josie Alameda, and Bekah Douglas Music by Boxout

REAL ID deadline delayed again, multiple bills pass in veto session, Illinois colleges begin cannabis education programs and geological project beginning in Champaign-Urbana. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Laszlo Richard Toth, Daniel Villarreal, Elissa Eaton and Tara Mobasher. Music by Boxout.

Twelve Illinois counties reach high COVID-19 levels, teens are arrested in connection to threats on Urbana High School, an Illinois representative files a bill banning the sale of semi-automatic rifles, and updates on sports at the University of Illinois. Hosted by Laszlo Richard Toth. Stories by Lillie Salas, Madison Holcomb, Kaitlyn Devitt, Elissa Eaton, and Jacob Shumaker. Music by Boxout.

Amendments made to the SAFE-T Act, Champaign recognized for LGBTQ+ inclusiveness, six million cases of flu reported in the U.S., Champaign-Urbana mentoring program searching for mentors and Fighting Illini make All-Big Ten History Stories by Avery Bowen, Lillie Salas, Husna Hussaini, Layli Nazarova and Elissa Eaton Hosted by Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout

The U.S Senate passes the Respect for Marriage Act, Illinois works to pay off pandemic unemployment debt, new candidates file to run for Champaign mayor, and the Illini men’s basketball team defeats Syracuse.  Hosted by Husna Hussaini Stories by Daniel Villarreal, Lillie Salas, Tara Mobasher, and Jacob Shumaker Music by Boxout

Illini football players win national awards, Erin Johnson is appointed as Illinois' new cannabis regulation oversight officer, University of Illinois offers free Narcan to students and more. Hosted by Josie Alameda Stories by Tara Mobasher, Kaytlin Devitt, Avery Bowen, and Bekah Douglas Music by Boxout

Champaign County election results, report shows increase in Illinois abortions, food to be distributed to those in need and Sydney Brown named defensive player. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Josie Alameda, Tara Mobasher, Elissa Eaton and Jacob Shumaker. Music by Boxout.

Disability placard stings begin in Illinois, a Christmas market opens in Urbana, the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts will host the Nutcracker, and the University of Illinois Fighting Illini football and men's basketball teams take home wins. Hosted by Laszlo Richard Toth. Stories by Bekah Douglas, Kaitlynn Devitt, Tara Mobasher, and Jacob Shumaker. Music by Boxout.

Police arrest suspect in school threats, community colleges receive more funds, more corn in Illinois has been harvested and Parkland College hosts winter coat event. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Madison Holcomb, Jacob Shumaker, Tara Mobasher and Lillie Salas. Music by Boxout.

IDPH warns of holiday virus spread, CU shows tourism causing travel increase and sports betting increases in Illinois. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Laszlo Richard Toth, Elissa Eaton and Tara Mobasher. Music by Boxout.

The Chicago American Indian Collaborative hosts a summit, the University of Illinois men's basketball team faces wins and losses, and Urbana High School continues online learning following threats against the school. Hosted by Laszlo Richard Toth. Stories by Mac Dudley, Jacob Shumaker, and Laszlo Richard Toth. Music by Boxout.

Engineering students build a bridge in South Africa, warming center locations in Champaign, online classes in Urbana after multiple threats, CUPHD hosts a child vaccine clinic and 27th annual Festival of Trees Stories by Husna Hussaini, Madison Holcomb, Mac Dudley, Laszlo Richard Toth and Tara Mobasher Hosted by Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout

Champaign County continues to count election ballots, Illinois Republican party elects new leaders, J.B Pritzker announces financial predictions for Illinois, University of Illinois researchers ranked as most cited, and the city of Champaign offers free parking. Hosted by Husna Hussaini Stories by Katie Ratke, Daniel Villarreal, Tara Mobasher, Josie Alameda, Lillie Salas Music by Boxout

Distributing fentanyl becomes a class X felony in Illinois, workers rights amendment passes in Illinois, Urbana Bands are seeking donations for an expansion and more. Hosted by Josie Alameda Stories by Tara Mobasher, Kaitlyn Devitt, Avery Bowen, and Lazlo Richard Toth Music by Boxout

Flu activity is labeled as high in Illinois, UI offers clothing swap event, restaurant opening in Champaign and remembering Nikolai Hristov. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Elissa Eaton, Josie Alameda, Nathalie Murillo and Madison Holcomb. Music by Boxout.

Democrats control the Senate following midterms, Illinois issues its first social equity marijuana dispensary licenses, and the University of Illinois Fighting Illini football and men's basketball teams face a mixed bag at their respective games. Hosted by Laszlo Richard Toth. Stories by Bekah Douglas, Elissa Eaton, and Tara Mobasher. Music by Boxout.

University of Illinois student found dead, listeria outbreak in IL tied to deli meat, restaurants in Champaign-Urbana changing ownership, Fighting Illini men's basketball recruits, and U of I women's basketball vs LIU. Stories by Mac Dudley, Husna Hussaini, Lille Salas, Laszlo Richard Toth and Tara Mobasher Hosted by Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout

Illinois’ midterm election updates, shooting threats increase in Urbana Schools, and Illinois coaches are set to extend their contracts this week.  Hosted by Husna Hussaini Stories by Tara Mobasher, Daniel Villarreal, and Josie Alameda. Music by Boxout

Election Day, new ballot procedures in Champaign, and Illini Men's Basketball wins first game of the season. Hosted by Josie Alameda Stories by Lillie Salas, Daniel Villareal, Madison Holcomb, Avery Bowen, and Jacob Schumaker Music by Boxout

Election Day -- where to cast votes, Urbana school canceled after threat, Illini Athletics up ticket sales and grants support homeless services. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Daniel Villarreal, Tara Mobasher, Ben Fader and Elissa Eaton. Music by Boxout.