Opinion

The Editorial Board is revisiting last year’s suggestions. A little bit of help goes a long way.

A U of I pilot program is giving $750 a month to ten families with school-aged children who have experienced homelessness.

At the 2022 Basketball Big Ten Media Days, Rob learned that the conference expects its members to connect with their communities’ charitable organizations, whether it’s volunteering at Habitat for Humanity, or raising awareness and funding to combat disease.

The Editorial Board takes a look at the mixed bag that is the University of Illinois’ recent Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility initiatives.

Instead of promoting the city, invest the time and energy in improving it.

While it’s probably no surprise that the Editorial Board is voting exclusively for Democrats this midterm election, the Board still offers some reasoning behind their choices.

The Editorial Board daydreams about the possibility of turning the Country Fair Shopping Center from a 33-acre wasteland into a vibrant destination for tourists and locals alike.

Two violence prevention measures implemented by the City of Champaign this year have been in the news recently. We take a closer look. 

Fall in Champaign-Urbana is the best. The Editorial Board breaks it down.

The City of Champaign Township wants to open a low-barrier homeless shelter for men and women and we think that’s pretty great.

The battle over whether McKinley Field should be used for varsity football is contentious. Maybe it doesn't need to be. 

Monkeypox sounds really scary, and a recent case at a Rantoul daycare might heighten anxiety about the spread of the disease locally. The Editorial Board offers a primer on what it is, how it’s transmitted, and what C-U is doing to address it.

Unit 4 and the City of Champaign entered an agreement in 2018 preventing varisty football games at McKinley Field, in Champaign's South Side neighborhood. Now football parents and coaches at Central High School want to play a “trial” home game there. Neighborhood residents disagree.

Riding your bike to school or making short trips alone gives kids confidence, independence, and numerous health benefits.

With ImpactLife increasing their donor incentives to address a decrease in blood donations, the Editorial Board gets some answers about our local blood supply.

There's a lot of potential in Downtown Urbana. We have some ideas about what we'd like to see. 

June 28th’s primary results are now official. What might they tell us about November's election?

With growing concerns about the price of energy, rumors of rolling blackouts and brownouts, the Editorial Board turns to local expert Scott Tess for more information.

Adani breaks down Accessory Dwelling Units in C-U and talks about why these structures benefit a wide variety of people.

Proposed changes to Florida Avenue could mean more cars travelling at faster speeds.

There are people putting in the work to support LGBTQ+ people, particularly kids and teens, who live in smaller communities. They need our support. 

In this economy, there are a lot of people whose basic needs aren’t being met. The Cities of Champaign and Urbana, Champaign County Regional Planning Commission, and other local organizations have programs to offer various types of support.

We have an abundance of excellent food trucks in town; let’s maximize their potential and make them more accessible for all.

The U of I Graduate Employees’ Organization has been in negotiations with university administration, and will continue to exercise its right to labor action until a contract that truly serves graduate workers is reached.

Summer is here, and we are here for it.

Tens of thousands of students are leaving C-U in the next week. The Editorial Board notes a few reasons to celebrate.

The Editorial Board reflects on why the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend is important to the Champaign-Urbana community.

The City of Champaign wants to alleviate safety concerns downtown by hiring private security officers. Is this the best solution? 

Last week the Champaign Park District asked which amenities park visitors would like to see in parks. We have some ideas.

The Rose Bowl Tavern got approval to license a City of Urbana parking lot for outdoor performances, and the Editorial Board thinks that’s a good thing.

How well are women represented in Champaign-Urbana?

There’s a lot happening globally, but what should be keeping an eye on locally?

In honor of Black History Month, we share ideas for how to celebrate Black joy in our community year-round.

Gail considers the rising global wave of antisemitism, and what it means for C-U.

Michael takes a deep dive into the conversation surrounding nuclear energy at the University of Illinois.

Opioid overdoses and deaths from overdose have increased over the past several years. We took a look at the resources available for those struggling with addiction.

Last week's storm dumped a foot of snow on C-U. Pedestrians are left facing treacherous walking conditions.

Champaign Unit 4 teachers have been working without a contract since June 2021. It’s time the Board of Education incorporates feedback from teachers to move forward with ensuring a safe and productive learning environment for both teachers and students.

Hospitals have been overwhelmed with unvaccinated COVID patients. In Champaign-Urbana, Carle’s response to the pandemic leaves local healthcare consumers left wondering whether profits and opportunism are driving their response to the pandemic.

The Editorial Board reflects on cancel culture, forgiveness, and searching for nuance in the wake of Meyers Leonard’s reappearance in headlines for his donation to the Ubben Basketball project.

The City of Champaign plans to spend $6.2 million on gun violence prevention over the next two years. Here is what we think about their proposed plan. 

Nationwide, COVID cases are spreading rapidly; hospitalizations are up. What does that mean for us in Champaign County?

Prairielands Council is planning to remove commercially viable trees from Camp Robert Drake, which will ecologically disrupt the natural area. 

After another year with a lot of bad, we call out the WORST.

Clair Irwin, founder of the Illinois chapter of #Insulin4All, wants to see more focus on making insulin accessible for all, rather than finding a cure for Type 1 diabetes.

Gender diverse individuals in Champaign-Urbana have a difficult time finding adequate and affirming healthcare services. 

The Editorial Board shares their hopes for C-U in the New Year.

As 2021 comes to a close, our Editorial Board takes a look at where we are now compared to where we were a year ago.