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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

Mayor Schweighart backs out of debate on campus

Mar 1, 2011

After weeks of organizing what could have been an important local government event on campus, the Illinois Student Senate-sponsored Champaign City Mayoral Debate between incumbent Mayor Jerry Schweighart and challenger Don Gerard has officially been canceled.

Judah Christian School to relocate after city council decision

Mar 1, 2011

The Judah Christian School finally has a new home.

Police Blotter 03-02-2011

Mar 1, 2011

Champaign

Students, community members organize free clinic on campus

Feb 28, 2011

Last year, the Congressional Budget Office projected that 23 million Americans would still be uninsured even if President Barack Obama’s sweeping health care package takes effect. As of 2007, there were roughly 55,000 uninsured individuals in Champaign County alone — about 29 percent of the total number of residents — according to a report released by the Illinois Campaign for Better Health Care.

Champaign City Council to vote again on school relocation

Feb 28, 2011

The Champaign City Council will vote Tuesday night on the relocation of Judah Christian School and the adoption of Champaign’s comprehensive plan. These two issues have been the main topic in the last two weeks’ study sessions.

Police warn citizens to lock car doors after string of burglaries

Feb 28, 2011

Seven vehicle burglaries occurred between the overnight hours of Feb. 23 and early hours of Feb. 24 in Southwest Champaign.

Volunteers take the plunge for an Olympic sized cause

Feb 28, 2011

Over 500 people Saturday braved the cold weather and a dip into the icy water to help raise money for Special Olympics Illinois.

Indiana democrats and supporters rally

Feb 28, 2011

A thick crowd filled the lobby of the Comfort Suites Hotel in Urbana on Saturday, composed of recently fled Indiana legislators and their supporters.

Urbana City Council considers assortment of improvement projects

Feb 28, 2011

Sections of Lincoln Avenue, Springfield Avenue and Park Street may undergo resurfacing and other improvements if approved by Urbana City Council next week. The project, which gained initial support at Monday’s regular meeting, would be funded by $650,000 of Motor Fuel Tax funds.

Absentee voting now available

Feb 28, 2011

Absentee voting is now open for Champaign County registered voters. This is for the upcoming Consolidated General Election taking place April 5.

Robbery suspect arrested

Feb 28, 2011

Nicholas Staples of Champaign was arrested in conjunction with the Oct. 8 robbery of First Midwest Bank in Champaign.

Bug buffs swarm at annual Insect Fear Film Festival

Feb 28, 2011

It was like a scene right out of “A Bug’s Life” when hundreds of ants, cockroaches, beetles and butterflies invaded campus Feb. 26.