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Boneyard Creek plan hits 2nd phase

The second phase of Champaign’s Boneyard Creek master plan could be completed in December 2010, which would install storm sewers under several streets in Champaign.

3/18/2010 - 11:16 PM
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Provena center to lose exempt status

The state Supreme Court ruled Thursday that an Urbana hospital doesn’t provide enough charitable services to qualify for a property tax exemption, a decision hospitals in Illinois worry could lead local governments to try to overturn other exemptions in a hunt for badly needed cash.

3/18/2010 - 11:33 PM
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C-U grants get put to use

According to Recovery.gov, Champaign and Urbana recipients alone have been awarded more than $30 million in the form of grants and contracts, many of which have been awarded money for projects promoting ecological efficiency.

3/18/2010 - 11:23 PM
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Library unit saves old texts from deterioration

The University’s library contains just over 11 million volumes and is the third largest collegiate library in the country. But like everything else, books fall apart, and it is up to one department within the library to make sure that the vast collection of knowledge in our possession is preserved for as long as possible.

3/17/2010 - 10:33 PM
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Urbana garbage haulers too loud for citizens

Multiple noise complaints from Urbana residents have caused the city council to issue a self-enforcing policy on garbage haulers in the community. The noise from the trucks, such as the dinging sound of the trucks in reverse and the loud hydraulic sound from picking up the garbage, cause residents to wake up.

3/18/2010 - 11:25 PM
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N is for Noise
Easter speaks to Illinois Student Senate about state of budget

University Interim Chancellor and Provost Robert Easter addressed the Illinois Student Senate about the current financial state of the University at its weekly meeting Wednesday evening. He discussed what initiatives the University has taken to save money and other possibilities for the future.

3/18/2010 - 11:38 PM
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The Assembly Hall joins other Big Ten venues in alcohol sales

The Cirque du Soleil event at the Assembly Hall on Wednesday marked a first for the venue, as those in attendance had the option of buying alcohol as part of a pilot program approved by University administration a few weeks ago.

3/18/2010 - 11:37 PM
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Consulting business takes top spot at UI contest

After winning multiple awards at the Cozad New Venture Competition — including first prize – two University students say their $8,500 winnings will help their business expand and reach new customers.

3/18/2010 - 4:03 PM
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Students prep for beaches, alternatives

Tropical destinations with beaches, bars and warm weather are always popular spring break vacation choices for University students. But exploring foreign countries, or finding volunteering opportunities in homeless shelters, storm-ravaged areas or inner city advocacy groups also draw students away from their homes for the week.

3/18/2010 - 11:04 PM
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Toyota sign could loom over Wrigley bleachers

The Chicago Cubs owe much of their identity to two things — their 101-year drought without a World Series title and Wrigley Field. The team is working with automaker Toyota on a sponsorship deal that could put the company’s logo on a sign hoisted high above the left field bleachers in time for the home opener next month.

3/18/2010 - 10:00 PM
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SC gov to pay $74K in ethics fines

Gov. Mark Sanford has agreed to pay $74,000 in fines to resolve dozens of charges that he violated state ethics laws with his campaign spending and travel, including a taxpayer-funded rendezvous with his Argentine mistress, the State Ethics Commission said Thursday.

3/18/2010 - 9:53 PM
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American terrorism suspect pleads guilty

A Chicago man admitted Thursday that he scouted out the Indian city of Mumbai for a 2008 terrorist attack that left 166 people dead and plotted an attack on a Danish newspaper over cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad.

3/18/2010 - 9:43 PM
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Chicago terrorism suspect charged in Mumbai attack
Illinois briefs: Chicago developer convicted of bribing Alderman for zoning change

Chicago developer convicted of bribing Alderman for zoning change

CHICAGO — A millionaire Chicago developer was convicted Thursday of giving an alderman $37,000 worth of painting, doors, windows and air conditioning for his home in exchange for a lucrative zoning change.

Jurors deliberated for less than a day before convicting Calvin Boender, 55, on one count of bribery and two counts each of illegal campaign contributions and obstruction of justice. Boender faces up to 32 years in prison, but he is likely to get a much lesser term under federal sentencing guidelines.

3/18/2010 - 9:39 PM
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Immigrants walk, caravan to Washington to push reform

Day laborers on foot from Long Island and Californians who sold tamales to pay for their trip are expected to rally on Sunday in Washington, D.C., with tens of thousands of immigrants, many of them undocumented Hispanics, to dramatize their pleas for immigration reform.

3/18/2010 - 9:36 PM
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Campus groups share thoughts on immigration reform
Illinois Briefs: Massmail warns against going to Mexico for Spring Break

The University is encouraging students traveling to Mexico this spring break to reconsider their plans, according to a Massmail. Mexico is marked as “a location of elevated risk as described by the U.S. State Department Travel Warning,” according to the Massmail.

3/17/2010 - 11:52 PM
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AP VIDEO: 3 with ties to U.S. consulate killed in Mexico
Police prepare for spring break burglary prevention

Public safety officials from the University, along with Urbana and Champaign police departments, said they are planning to keep a close watch on campus during spring break, a time when burglaries increase as students leave their dorms and apartments unattended.

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3/18/2010 - 10:46 AM
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Over spring break, stay out of hot water
Panhandle’s spring break beach wants new image
Gas prices rise in Midwest

With spring break on the horizon, many students are gearing up to hit the road for their week off. But they’ll likely be paying more at the pump, as gas prices in Illinois have risen an average of 5.4 cents per gallon this week compared to a nationwide increase of 3.8 cents per gallon, according to Gasbuddy.com.

3/17/2010 - 10:39 PM
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Police Blotter

Criminal damage to property was reported at the 2400 block of West Springfield Avenue on Sunday evening.
According to the police report, an unknown offender broke a window of the victim’s car.
Criminal damage to property was reported at the 300 block of East John Street on Tuesday night.

3/18/2010 - 10:02 PM
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Police Blotter: 03-18-2010

Champaign

A 21-year-old man was arrested at the 1500 block of North Prospect Avenue on Sunday afternoon.

According to the police report, the offender was arrested for driving with a suspended driver’s license and driving an uninsured motor vehicle.

3/18/2010 - 12:06 AM
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