Candidate Profile: Cindy Cunningham is running for State Representative

Learn a bit about Illinois House District 104, which include the Champaign and Vermillion counties, and the candidates for this election in November 2018. WHAT'S THE 104th DISTRICT? The sprawling State House District 104 includes the metro areas of Champaign-Urbana and Danville, as well as the cities and villages of Rantoul, Danville, Georgetown, Gifford, Fifthian, … Continue reading Candidate Profile: Cindy Cunningham is running for State Representative

News & Brews: Books in Prisons, Why So Complicated?

Illinois Newsroom, Illinois Public Media, Jane Addams Bookstore and Riggs Beer Company invite you for a discussion driven by data, research, and stories around the impact of Books in Prisons. The date is Tuesday, July 24, 6:00 - 7:30 pm. at the Riggs Beer Company, 1901 S High Cross Rd, Urbana. This April, education reporter … Continue reading News & Brews: Books in Prisons, Why So Complicated?

Hundreds rally in central Champaign: “Families Belong Together”

Take a look at how many of us came out in 90+ degree heat to protest federal actions against children and parents at the border and beyond. Reception from passing cars was supportive with many honks and waves.  Below is a quote from CU Indivisible on Twitter. "Huge turnout here at the #FamiliesBelongTogether rally here … Continue reading Hundreds rally in central Champaign: “Families Belong Together”

Champaign County Voters Alliance: Get Out The Vote Meeting in July

Come to the Champaign Public Library on Saturday, July 21, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm to hear about the next steps by the Champaign County Voters Alliance in geting out the vote.  Below is a message from the CCVA Facebook page. We're having our regular meeting to discuss plans & strategies to Get Out The … Continue reading Champaign County Voters Alliance: Get Out The Vote Meeting in July

Fourth of July Celebration is just around the corner

If you are volunteering with a candidate or an organization, you've probably already been asked to participate in the local 4th of July Freedom Celebration.  The annual parade in Champaign-Urbana draws a lot of people advocating for their candidate or cause, including those who construct the various floats and signs. If you're not already committed, … Continue reading Fourth of July Celebration is just around the corner