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Labor activists say new Work Without Fear Act could provide one of the strongest protections for workers in the nation, new environmental bill that prohibits the usage of styrofoam ups and other food ware advances out of the Illinois House, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has announced ten new spring household hazardous waste collectio…

CDC warns of deadly fungus in the US including Illinois, the Lollapalooza line-up was announced yesterday, University of Illinois welcomes woolly mammoth statue, Champaign invests $7 million for construction. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Bekah Douglas, Tara Mobasher, Lillie Salas and Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout…

A new bill in Illinois may allow digital driver's licenses, volunteer registration for a community clean up day opens up, new legislation that will ban driving with a pet in your lap, and the Illinois film industry experiences a record breaking year for revenue. Hosted by Jacqueline Barba Stories by Elissa Eaton, Daniel Villarreal, Ashley Gilbert, …

The Illinois house passed a bill targeting ridesharing services, the DOE donated more research funds to UIUC, WI residents brought in tax revenue for IL through recreational marijuana, and Champaign County is still looking for election judges. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by Daniel Villareal, Jacob Shumaker, Elissa Eaton, and Laszlo Richard Tot…

This week's national and international headlines, increased scholarship funding in Pritzker's proposed budget, IDPH launches air purifier program for schools and Fighting Illini vs. Arkansas. Stories by Jackie Barba, Avery Bowen, Husna Hussaini and Jacob Shumaker Hosted by Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout…

A new resolution regarding SNAP benefits is being brought to the Illinois House for a vote, the Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting an increase in group A strep throat, the Humane Society of the United States is urging Illinois to ban its wildlife killing contest, and the Illini Women's basketball team was defeated by Mississippi Stat…

Illinois Supreme Court reviews the SAFE-T Act, a House bill may make video calls while driving illegal, Champaign launches a micro-loan program for businesses impacted by COVID-19, Illinois creates a bill to eliminate youth life sentences. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Bekah Douglas, Daniel Villarreal, Lillie Salas and Ashley Gilbert Music by B…

Governor J.B. Pritzker signs a paid leave bill, an Illinois bill would give child influencers parents' revenue, the Illini women's basketball team heads to the NCAA tournament, and Illini athlete Olivia Howell has won the national championship for the indoor mile run. Stories by Avery Bowen, Elissa Eaton, Kaitlyn Devitt and Daniel Villarreal Hosted…

Illinois legislators consider a bill which would legalize composting human remains, a proposed bill would ban the usage of vapes and e-cigarettes in public in Illinois, the Champaign Police Department warns of car break-ins, and the University of Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team gets the ninth seed in NCAA March Madness. Hosted by Las…

This week's international headlines, legislation to prevent book banning sent to Illinois house and Fighting Illini vs. Penn State. Stories by Husna Hussaini, Avery Bowen and Jacob Shumacker Hosted by Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Illinois Supreme Court has agreed to an accelerated trial for the appeal of gun ban legislation, the Illinois House passed a bill that bans cat declawing, two Illini were chosen for All-Big Ten recognition, the University of Illinois Neurodiversity Institute is accepting applications for their four-year program. Hosted by Lillie Salas Stories by Li…

Illinois Department of Transportation announces Rebuild Illinois webpage, University of Illinois looks to expand REACH team, Jackie Joyner Kersee announced to be 2023 UI commencement speaker, Illinois will play Penn State tomorrow in the Big Ten tournament. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Avery Bowen, Elissa Eaton, Lillie Salas and Tara Mobasher …

Community members stand in solidarity with Champaign county satellite jail inmates on hunger strike, Champaign’s art theatre now for sale, Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act raises concerns at the State Capitol, Illinois Senator Doris Turner proposes to change the Illinois flag, and several Illinois counties come out as the top corn and so…

County judge rules assault rifle ban unconstitutional, teacher shortage plan announced, Champaign County inmates strike against bonds, Govenor Pritzker opposes Walgreen decision, and Illini basketball recap. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by Tara Mobasher, Elissa Eaton, Laszlo Richard Toth, Daniel Villareal, and Jacob Shumaker Music by Boxout…

The world news round-up, new grants for parks, a recycling initiative, and injuries on the Fighting Illini basketball team. Reporting by Bekah Douglas, Lillie Salas, Husna Hussaini, and Jacob Shumaker Hosted by Owen Henderson Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot has lost her bid for re-election, the Illinois Sheriff's Association has filed in opposition of the gun ban in federal court, UIUC received the "Star of the Year" award by ticketing service Paciolan, a new study from UIUC and Carle Hospital researches how fetuses and premature infants are exposed differently to sound, a…

University of Illinois launches Illini Angels, Susana Mendoza pushes for fallen first responders and armed forces support act, the Department of Agriculture announces grant funding, a new band room is coming to Urbana High School. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Daniel Villarreal, Bekah Douglas, Avery Bowen and Lillie Salas Music by Boxout…

Champaign city council hosts a forum, University of Illinois's Altgeld Hall hosts it's last chimes concert for the next few years, and a University of Illinois student joins the national gymnastics team. Hosted by Jacqueline Barba Stories by Elissa Eaton, Tara Mobasher, and Kaitlyn Devitt Music by Boxout…

New initiative targets children's mental health, UIUC to receive funding for energy research, Champaign council approves grant for homeless organizations, and illini men's basketball recap. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by Jacob Shumaker, Daniel Villareal, Elissa Eaton, and Laszlo Richard Toth Music by Boxout…

The weekly roundup of international headlines, new bills in the Illinois legislature, early voting in Champaign-Urbana, R. Kelly's additional sentencing, and price changes in Fighting Illini tickets. Reporting by Avery Bowen, Bekah Douglas, Husna Hussaini, Jackie Barba, and Tara Mobasher Hosted by Owen Henderson Music by Boxout…

A confirmed date has been set to decide the constitutionality of cash bail in Illinois, Wiley Elementary School is set to close after the end of this school year, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign applied for a license to construct a microreactor on campus, a recent report found that students at 30 schools in Illinois are academically …

Bill protects officers impacted by COVID-19, University of Illinois study finds an increase in methamphetamine deaths, local man sends ambulances to Ukraine, Champaign-Urbana announces business closures and changes. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Bekah Douglas, Lillie Salas, Tara Mobasher, and Daniel Villarreal Music by Boxout…

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visits law enforcement in Elmhurst, the state of Indiana introduces bill restricting public school education on human sexuality, a new study reveals that high temperatures are associated with social conflict, and an Illinois bill granting 40 hours of paid leave for workers awaits Governor J.B. Pritzker’s signature. Hos…

A new law makes it easier for transgender people in Illinois to amend their birth certificates, a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign sports update, the Turkish Student Association fundraise for victims of the recent earthquake, the Champaign City Council will consider accepting a grant to reduce gun violence, and an unidentified flying object …

The weekly international headlines roundup, a UIUC transit study, the resignation of ISU's president, and a broadband equity initiative. Reporting by Madison Holcomb, Husna Hussaini, Jackie Barba, and Jacob Shumaker Hosted by Owen Henderson Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Illinois state representative files a bill that aims to reinstate the death penalty, governor J.B. Pritzker delivers budget address at his fifth annual state of the union address, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will fund addiction research at the University of Illinois, and the University of Illinois is one of the top producers fo…

Michigan State University shooting, Champaign City show reduction in crime, Illinois gun ban bill update and Urbana School District celebrate Black parents' involvement. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Daniel Villarreal, Lillie Salas, Bekah Douglas and Nathalie Murillo. Music by Boxout.โดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Urbana highschool on soft lockdown, IRS clarifies whether rebates can be filed, sports gambling rises in Illinois, and two former Illini help the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl. Hosted by Jacqueline Barba Stories by Avery Bowen, Elissa Eaton, Tara Mobasher, and Kaitlyn Devitt Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Turkish Students Association collects donations for the victims of the recent earthquake, a new bill may require all EMS workers to wear body cameras, medical students created an anti- fatigue vest to help surgeons, Illinois farmers showed an ad during the super bowl, and the Illini sports recap of the weekend. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by B…

A roundup of the week's international new, a bill to guarantee paid family medical leave in Illinois, a possible diaper allowance for low-income parents, and four Illinois football players go to the NFL Combine. Hosted by Owen Henderson Reporting by Laszlo Richard Toth, Husna Hussaini, Bekah Douglas, and Jacob Shumaker Music by Boxout…

Illinois lawmakers proposed a new child tax credit, Illinois State Capitol is honoring two United States presidents with statues, families of Wiley Elementary School voice their concerns, University of Illinois is creating a new social media aimed to help tutor high school students, and Urbana faith groups are partnering with local LGBTQ+ organizat…

Illinois Representative Mary Miller boycotts State of the Union Address. Champaign police start new role to handle concerns. Governor Pritzker announces the megasite grant. Champaign begins fiber optic utility project. Illinois conduts a cannabis disparity study. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Daniel Villarreal, Lillie Salas, Bekah Douglas, Lasz…

New bills are introduced in the Illinois General Assembly, Ameren is increasing gas and electric rates, customs officers confiscate 120 cockfighting spurs, Champaign-Urbana celebrates Black History Month, and the Illinois versus Gophers game is postponed. Hosted by Jacqueline Barba Stories by Bekah Douglas, Tara Mobasher, Kaitlyn Devitt, Elissa Eat…

COVID-19 cases are dropping in Illinois, a bill against cat declawing was proposed in Illinois, a Chinese balloon was shot down Saturday, and the Illini sports weekend recap. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt. Stories by Jacob Shumaker, Elissa Eaton, Lazlo Richard Toth, and Kaitlyn Devitt. Music by Boxout.โดย WPGU 107.1 FM

The University of Iowa voids Orange Krush tickets, Illinois now requires wrongful conviction course, DCFS offers college scholarships, and Carle Hospital seeks music volunteers. Hosted by Owen Henderson Stories by Jacob Shumaker, Bekah Douglas, Daniel Villarreal and Madison Holcomb Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Illinois courts uphold temporary restraining order on gun ban, Illinois is ending its public health emergencies related to COVID-19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is seeking comments on new guidelines for blood donation, and University of Illinois director of the Police Training Institute is retiring. Hosted by Lillie Salas Stories by Madis…

Illinois drops charges against R Kelly, University of Illinois professors lead National Park effort, Woodstock, IL celebrates Groundhog Day, Pritzker announces renovations to UIUC buildings, Thad Ward returns to Illinois as a running back coach. Hosted by Elissa Eaton Stories by Avery Bowen, Daniel Villarreal, Lillie Salas, Bekah Douglas and Tara M…

A new bill makes it easier for Illinois residents to change their legal name, PETA offering a $5k reward for information on death of a caged dog, utility corruption in Illinois uncovered, and the Fighting Illini women’s basketball team defeats Michigan State for the first time in nine years. Hosted by Husna Hussaini Stories by Katie Ratke, Laszlo R…

Illinois officials react to Tyre Nichols footage release, Champaign-Urbana conducts annual homeless count, Illini football team names new outside linebacker coach and pass-rush coordinator, University of Illinois tuition increase for incoming freshmen, and Sinfonia da Camera performs at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Hosted by Kaitlyn Dev…

A record number of mass shootings in the United States, free dental care at Parkland College, charges against a man who attacked a Planned Parenthood, and more. Reporting by Tara Mobasher, Jackie Barba, Bekah Douglas, and Avery Bowen. Hosted by Owen Henderson Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

The National Rifle Association sues Illinois over gun ban law, cash reward is being offered to Champaign County residents who have information about stop sign theft, Fighting Illini beat Ohio State, Krannert Center for Performing Arts presents StudioDance. Hosted by Lillie Salas Stories by Lillie Salas, Kaitlyn Devitt, Tara Mobasher, and Owen Hende…

Champaign Unit 4 school board voted on changes to school of choice system, Attorney General Raoul submitted a request to dismiss restraining order on weapons ban, University of Illinois breaks international enrollment records, Governor Pritzker announced third round of rebuild Illinois projects, Urbana city council approved permit for Urban solar f…

Strides shelter in need of supplies, two Illinois retirees appointed to state education boards, and Illinois Women's Basketball beats Northwestern on the road. Hosted by Jacqueline Barba Stories by Elissa Eaton, Mac Dudley, and Bekah Douglas Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Judge pauses Governor Pritzker's gun ban. Class action lawsuit filed against DCFS. COVID-19 numbers dropping in Illinois. Chicago radio personality, Lin Brehmer, died. Hosted by Kaitlyn Devitt Stories by JACOB SHUMAKER, MAC DUDLEY, LASZLO RICHARD TOTH, AND DANIEL VILLARREAL. Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Illinois prisoners, employees exposed to unknown substance, SNAP benefits decreasing in March and Champaign county judge proposes increase in pay for jurors. Stories by Bekah Douglas, Jackie Barba and Avery Bowen Hosted by Owen Henderson Music by Boxoutโดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Potential arson at Peoria Planned Parenthood Clinic, Lawsuits filed against assault weapons ban and new Illini football director announced. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Tara Mobasher, Owen Henderson and Lillie Salas. Music by Boxout.โดย WPGU 107.1 FM

A new COVID-19 variant is quickly spreading across the country, an abortion clinic is set to open in Champaign, an Urbana-based bus company receives an award, and UI offers Winter Week of Welcome for students. Hosted by Madison Holcomb Stories by Lillie Salas, Daniel Villarreal, Nathalie Murillo and Avery Bowen Music by Boxout…

Gas prices increase in Illinois, UI receive federal grant funding and Illini Women's Basketball win first ranked game in 22 years. Hosted by Nathalie Murillo. Stories by Tara Mobasher, Kaitlynn Devitt and Jacob Shumaker. Music by Boxout.โดย WPGU 107.1 FM

Certain Illinois sheriffs refuse to enforce the newly passed state ban on assault weapons, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign hosts the 2023 theater fest, Champaign-Urbana celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Spring 2023 semester at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign begins tomorrow, and the Champaign city council is set to…

Illinois House of Representatives sworn in, gun ban receives backlash from some sheriffs, paid sick leave passes in Illinois General Assembly, bill introduced could offer therapeutic psychedelics and Champaign-Urbana events for MLK Day. Stories by Tara Mobasher, Bekah Douglas, Lillie Salas, Daniel Villarreal and Kaitlyn Devitt. Hosted by Daniel Vil…