Opinion

Unit 4 Superintendent Judy Wiegand weighs in on the upcoming vote on November 8th's ballot.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin takes a look at The News-Gazette, and how their silence on endorsing a presidential candidate speaks volumes.

Matt reflects on one of C-U's largest influences, Steven Shoemaker, who left his mark on town over time as a pastor, a television and radio personality and a humanitarian.

Chris examines the prison system that allowed accused murderer Robbie Patton to be out on parole after serving only a fraction of a prior sentence, and what that same system means for the rest of Mr. Patton's life.

Edwin bids farewell to one of Champaign-Urbana's most infamous structures, the doors at the University of Illinois' Undergrad Library

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin explores the choice of long-standing U of I bookstore T.I.S.to stop selling physical textbooks.

Chris explains how building more jails in Champaign County is not a solution to our ills, and more so, how voters should reject the increased tax.

In the latest Sketch Politely, Edwin tackles the the Zika virus, which has captivaed global attention recently at the Olympics, and which has affected four dozen people in Illinois already.

Edwin combines Pokemon Go mania and a new tuition plan by University of Illinois President Tim Kileen for his latest Sketch Politely.

Boswell finds it hard to find solace with all the insane things happening in the world right not, but by his last thing, finds a little room for hope.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin discusses the free-speech controversy that attracted a lot of attention to Champaign-Urbana earlier this week.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin takes a comical look at the future after a University of Illinois request for more security cameras last week.

As we wrapped up BEST last week, this week we start off with WORST of the past year. Get your popcorn ready.

In this week's Sketch Politely, ​Edwin takes a look at House Speaker Michael Madigan's conscience.

Boswell takes a look at recent events, both national and local, that have taken a toll on the Champaign-Urbana community, and takes a look both at history on the matter and a future of hopeful healing.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin looks at Illinois' newly-proposed tax on soft drinks, and whether it should be considered an issue of community health or of personal freedom.

Edwin pokes fun at the absurdity of those who oppose the newly-established gender neutral bathrooms on the University of Illinois' campus, and throughout the country in general.

Champaign Councilman Matt Gladney bids farewell to long-standing fellow-Councilman Vic McIntosh, who will end his service on May 31st.

Max discusses the battle that is currently raging between developers and those who seek to keep West Urbana quaint.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin looks at the ramifications of the state budget crisis, especially in a university town.

Boswell takes issue with a recent News-Gazette editorial that condemns U of I students and faculty for protesting Governor Rauner's visit to C-U last week.

Administrative failures + an active vocal minority has allowed our mascot issues to hamper the University of Illinois' progress as an institution.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin recreates Governor Rauner's visit to campus from last week, where he was greeted by protestors who have become fed up with the state's budget crisis.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin explores the options for the new University of Illinois after a University committee recommended a change in mascot.

For this week's edition of Three Things,  Boswell looks at more bad news for Illini football, Loren Tate's latest column and Harriet Tubman being placed on the $20 bill.

Champaign-Urbana's hip-hop scene seems to be gaining some momentum, and Boswell examines what that means for the future.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin addresses those who chalked the U of I's campus with pro-Trump rhetoric, and how kindly the rest of the campus took to the hateful messages.

Jay provides some thoughts on this discussion surrounding the Chief and thee next Chancellor.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin comments on the failure and shortcomings of the War on Drugs, and applauds the City of Urbana.

Boswell discusses a Bed & Breakfast outside Paxton, marijuana in Urbana, and Governor Rauner's visit to Seniors at LeRoy High School.

Rob has a theory about the Jaylon Tate case. Specifically, he has a theory about its continued existence.

In his latest column, Chris lays out a blueprint for how crime should be covered in local media, ensuring that all defendants are innocent until proven guilty, and that the legal process is transparent.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin looks at the future of digital journalism distribution, given the announcement that buzz Magazine has ceased print publication starting last week.

After reading Smile Politely, corporate monolith relents.

Daniel examines the enduring negotiations of the University of Illinois' Non-Tenure Faculty Coalition, and imagines a future free from impasse.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin compares Bernie Sanders' rally at the ARC on campus to Donald Trump's failed rally, just up the road at the UIC Pavilion.

In a special Election Day column, Boswell shares his thoughts on Bernie Sanders' recent visit to Champaign-Urbana.

Boswell discusses the hiring of Lovie Smith, and what that means for a fanbase that has been lying dormant for nearly a decade.

My night with the Champaign Fire Department during UnOfficial '16.

Kay recaps the salient points from this past Friday's Round Table on the state budget impasse.

In this week's edition of Sketch Politely, Edwin details how the budget impasse makes many feel – right down to that creepy grin.

With the latest veto override failing on the state house floor, Boswell takes Governor Rauner to task over holding low-income students hostage.

Bait & switch: How the cable company blithely screws its customers.

Chris discusses the societal ramifications that can come if those responsible for our safety are allowed to operate without fear of being held accountable, as has happened in the case of Champaign Police officer Matt Rush.

Rob surveys the offerings of local Internet Service Providers.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin takes a look at Josh Whitman, the U of I's new Atheltic Director, and the daunting task that lies ahead of him: turning U of I athletics into something to be proud of.

In this week's Sketch Politely, Edwin takes on alleged menorah vandal and Illini softball player Ruby Fernandez-Rivera, who will appear in court this month on a preliminary charge of criminal damage to property.

Boswell discusses the recent announcement from C-U's Rape Avocacy, Counseling and Education Services organization that they will be forced to close down if the state's budget impasse continues for much longer.