In a tight vote, Urbana City Council approved Champaign County to move forward with their expansion of the satellite jail to consolidate county facilities by 2024. Brandi breaks down what this means, and recaps the discussion from the July 5th Committee of the Whole meeting.
Getting to know David Palmer, a C-U candidate for Congress
Julie chats with David Palmer about how his experiences have informed his decision to run for the IL-13 Congressional seat.
Here’s a recap of the IL-13 Democratic Primary debate
Nikki Budzinski and David Palmer highlighted their positions and qualifications in last night's primary debate.
Checking in with new Urbana school board member Ravi Hasanadka
"Equitable education needs to always be on our minds when making decisions."
Mayor Diane Marlin prepares for her second term
After forging a relatively clear path to a second term as Mayor of Urbana, Diane Marlin looks back at the accomplishments of the last four years and ahead to the future of Urbana.
Clarissa Fourman is ready to keep explaining it all
The sitting councilwoman of District 1 faces her first electoral challenge yet at the polls tomorrow, and if she wins, she's ready to affect change, and stop (most of) her colleagues from just paying lip service to the issues facing Champaign.
Questions for candidates: Sandra Ahten for Urbana School Board Sub-District 7
Sandra Ahten is a progressive candidate challenging long time incumbent school board member John Dimit.
Questions for candidates: Colin Dodson for Urbana City Council Ward 2
"I’ve been on both sides of the policy process: in the street with a megaphone and at the table poring over reports. I want to use my experience to improve my community."
Questions for candidates: Christopher Evans for Urbana City Council Ward 2
"It's easy to complain. What's not so easy is to roll up the sleeves, work, and help. It just seemed about time I help out for a change."
Justin Micháel Hendrix is seeking a seat at the table
Julie talks with Justin Micháel Hendrix, an activist and write-in candidate for Champaign City Council.
Racial justice: Vote with your feet
The election may be over, but there is still work to do.
2020 election results (with updates)
Here's where you'll be able to find updates about the 2020 election, local with some national races mixed in as well.
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