Bob Asmussen is a college football reporter and columnist for The News-Gazette. He can be reached at 217-393-8248 or asmussen ...

Talks between Ukraine and its Western allies on a U.S.-proposed peace plan to end Russia's invasion are underway in Geneva, Ukrainian officials said Sunday. The head of the Ukrainian delegation, ...

Good Morning, Illini Nation: How did the Big Ten fare in the early signing period? Illinois head coach Brad Underwood greets ...

On Nov. 12, before a large and enthusiastic audience in Foellinger Great Hall, Ian Hobson celebrated his golden anniversary here in Champaign-Urbana. On this day 50 years ago, Nov. 12, ...

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Fred is a chubby, fuzzy Isabella caterpillar, more commonly known as a woolly bear caterpillar. Unfortunately, Fred has ...

The Illinois State Board of Elections voted 4-4 — four Democrats against four Republicans — effectively dismissing an alleged campaign-finance violation and proposed $9.8 million fine filed against ...

This November, filled with feasting and gratitude, we are celebrating food with 'Fish Fry Friday' and 'How Do You Eat Color?' ...

As this column proclaims every year, you'll find few truly significant bargains on Black Friday. All retail stores and websites offer sales throughout the year that deliver notable bargains. Some ...

What time is it?” was the popular question posed during the 1970s. It initiated a call and response ritual in which the crowd ...

Sometime in November 2025, the little French town of Gousenou, not far from the coastal city of Brest, is honoring a group of American soldiers who died during the battle ...

Effective Jan. 1, 2026, the Illinois legislature will redefine bicycle to include low-speed electric bicycles.