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Goodbye for now, students, see you in August

Tens of thousands of students are leaving C-U in the next week. The Editorial Board notes a few reasons to celebrate.
Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend is about more than running

The Editorial Board reflects on why the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend is important to the Champaign-Urbana community.
We have questions about private security patrolling Downtown Champaign

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

Last week the Champaign Park District asked which amenities park visitors would like to see in parks. We have some ideas.
On the non-issue of parking in downtown Urbana

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.
Reflecting on Women’s History Month in C-U

How well are women represented in Champaign-Urbana?
Keep your eye on these four issues

There’s a lot happening globally, but what should be keeping an eye on locally?
Seven ways to celebrate Black joy and excellence in C-U

In honor of Black History Month, we share ideas for how to celebrate Black joy in our community year-round.
A look at opioid addiction and solutions in Champaign County

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.