Opinion

Dr. Bruce Hannon offers reasons why the U of I's proposed Micro-Modular Reactor needs to be in a different, more secure location.

Last week, the Champaign City Council held a study session on the “Use Of Technology To Address Violent Crime,” during which surveillance cameras, automated license plate readers, and gunshot detection technology were discussed.

Good policing is a two-way street. The Fraternal Order of Police are needed to help solve racial inequity in local traffic stop enforcement.

With more than 44,000 new residents in C-U, we reflect on some minor inconveniences now that the students are back.

When the institution where a teen spends most of their waking hours doesn’t stand in full, unconditional support of their existence, it is emotionally, mentally, and physically damaging.

What is abortion access like in Champaign County?

If the U of I requires vaccinations, masks, and negative COVID tests at all campus facilities, why is Memorial Stadium an exception?

Champaign-Urbana was the home of a massive Ku Klux Klan presence when the second Klan movement exploded across America in the 1920s. It defied partisan myths and stereotypes then and now.

Gun violence continues to impact our community. What solutions do our city leaders have?

The City of Champaign anticipates receiving approximately $25 million from the American Rescue Plan. Our Editorial Board suggests three ways the City should spend it.

The best way to ensure the safest and least disruptive school year is to require COVID-19 vaccination for all eligible students and staff.

Champaign County could be at the forefront of Ranked Choice Voting in Illinois.

WCIA’s recent apology points to its influence beyond Champaign County.

Rain causes the Garden Hills neighborhood to flood. Infrastructure changes are needed now.

This is a public health crisis that affects the entire community, and has lasting trauma. We must invest in proven strategies of violence interruption.

Upzoning is a developer's bonanza. Sadly, the losers will be those most in need of affordable housing.

We're looking ahead to summer and fall, and as our cultural events return, they will need our support.

The Illinois Department of Public Health should require all Illinois college students to be immunized against COVID-19.

Vaccinations are increasing and restrictions are loosening, but the pandemic isn't over.

Wassim spoke with Joshua Kaufmann, senior executive director at Teach Plus Illinois, about pathways to more diverse teachers in public schools.

As demand for the vaccine decreases locally, we need to focus on ways we as individuals can encourage those unvaccinated to get their shots.

What is redistricting, and what might it mean for C-U?

The field of K-12 education primarily consists of white women. In order to achieve diversity in public schools, we need more diverse education students.

The current model of gifted education in Champaign Unit 4 is going to phased out beginning with the 2021-2022 school year. It's the right thing to do. 

In the absence of teachers of color, what are small and rural districts doing to address social justice issues and teach diverse perspectives?

Leo Morris' recent op-ed in the Ford County Record was“sensational journalism” in its most outdated, tacky, and racist form.

While there's a wide range of things to discuss, we narrow it to three main takeaways from the recently-concluded consolidated election.

Last week, University of Illinois students voted overwhelmingly in favor of reallocating funding from the University of Illinois Police Department budget toward other resources for students, workers, and community members.

Anti-Asian violence and rhetoric has increased exponentially during the pandemic, but it is not new in this country, or in our community.

Most of C-U's public school teachers are white, but many students are not. What are the implications for the few teachers of color?

If Evanston can have this discussion, Champaign-Urbana can, too. It is clear the citizens of C-U welcome change.

Numbers don't lie, even if the Big Ten lies to itself.

There are many county- and city-level elected positions on the ballot in April, and almost as many county-level board openings.

As some Illinois Republicans begin to consider gubernatorial bids, we need to be concerned about candidates that call for bipartisanship and civility while siding with extremists. 

Tuesday is Election Day in Urbana. Here's what the candidates said about solving neighborhood problems.

With uncertainty surrounding this year’s Unofficial festivities, we ponder what the future might hold for this polarizing event.

The University of Illinois announced its plan to act on the 2019 report, The Chancellor’s Commission on Native Imagery: Healing and Reconciliation.

We are fortunate to have Champaign-Urbana Public Health District to help us weather the COVID storm in Champaign County.

Even after a life of avoiding vaccinations at all costs, Gail shares why losing a bet gave way to her getting her shot.

The City of Champaign needs to do more for Black people than simply putting a mural on the street.

Thomasboro's mayor, Tyler Evans, participated the January 6th attack on the Capitol.

White supremacists in our government, including IL-15 Representative Mary Miller, are a danger to society and must resign.

Samuel Dotson, a graduate student in nuclear engineering, responds to a recent op-ed regarding a proposed nuclear microreactor on the University of Illinois campus.

Gina Cassidy explains why a nuclear microreactor on the U of I campus is a bad idea.

Needless to say, this year was the worst. But these were the worst of the worsts locally.

A petition challenge in the race for District 3 brings up some questions about how city elections are run. 

Even though 2020 was basically the worst, there was still a lot to celebrate.

Jess and Julie have some suggestions for where you could donate your time and money this holiday season.