The Trump administration has unveiled plans to provide up to $40 billion in financial support to Argentina, marking one of the most significant U.S. economic interventions in a foreign nation in decades. The assistance comes as Argentine President Javier Milei faces mounting economic pressures and crucial midterm elections on October […]
Nearly two million Illinois residents face losing access to critical food assistance next month if the ongoing federal government shutdown is not resolved, according to a recent alert issued by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The agencies warned that November Supplemental […]
The Vermilion County Conservation District will host Thanksgiving at the Cabin at Forest Glen Preserve on Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Step back in time at the 1840s Pioneer Homestead Cabin and experience Thanksgiving history through all five senses at this hearth cooking demonstration. Samples of […]
Senator Richard Blumenthal and Representative Robert Garcia have launched a bicameral investigation into the growing number of U.S. citizens being detained by federal immigration agents, citing disturbing reports of unconstitutional arrests, excessive force, and racial profiling by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents. In […]
Former FBI Director James B. Comey filed motions on Monday seeking dismissal of federal criminal charges against him, arguing that the indictment represents a “vindictive prosecution” driven by President Donald Trump’s personal hostility and amounts to an “egregious abuse of power” by the federal government. The filing, submitted to U.S. […]
A group of 25 bipartisan former governors filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday opposing President Donald Trump’s attempt to deploy federalized National Guard troops in Illinois, warning that the administration’s actions threaten the constitutional balance between state and federal authority and set a dangerous precedent […]
On October 18, Trump posted an AI-generated video to his Truth Social account depicting himself wearing a crown while piloting a fighter jet emblazoned with “King Trump”. In the 19-second clip, set to Kenny Loggins’s “Danger Zone” from the Top Gun movies, Trump flies over what appears to be Times […]
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce sued the Trump administration on October 16, 2025, challenging a new $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions that the business group says is unlawful and will cripple American companies’ ability to hire skilled foreign workers. The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire foreign […]
Scouts in the Champaign area will have an opportunity to explore the stars this fall as the Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College hosts a series of interactive badge workshops designed for both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. The hands-on sessions will guide participants through the official requirements for earning space […]
The Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College is bringing sound and color to the dome this fall with a new lineup of music-themed laser shows. From October 23 to 26, audiences can experience a fusion of light, sound, and artistry set to fan-favorite hits spanning generations. The planetarium’s October schedule features […]
