Good morning, Champaign.

A 22-year-old man identified as Nathan G.

Gudeman died from stab wounds on W. Healey St near Fair St shortly after midnight on March 22, and police later arrested 23-year-old Alex Muanambta—facing charges of First-Degree Murder and Attempted Murder—for attacking Gudeman and injuring a 22-year-old woman who remains in critical condition.

Federal funding cuts at the CDC and USDA have resulted in layoffs that environmental professors at the University of Urbana-Champaign say risk a lasting gap in research during a high virus season—professors O’Keefe and Wards warned that these job losses may slow future vaccine trials and other critical science efforts.

Eleven early voting locations opened across Champaign County on Monday as residents prepare for the April 1 General Election.

In Mahomet, current trustee Jason Tompkins is the sole candidate for village president and plans to boost commercial growth and expand schools—he will be sworn in on April 29.

Governor JB Pritzker signed a law that stops nursing homes from punishing residents who speak up for their rights—workers must be trained to explain how residents can file a complaint and facilities that retaliate may face civil lawsuits.

The law will take effect at the start of next year.

HQ Open House: Free Co-Working Day

10 AM – 4 PM — HQ — Free entry — Experience a day of free co-working with unlimited coffee and fast Wi-Fi every Wednesday.

IEEE Central Illinois Networking Meetup

An informal dinner event for IEEE members and students in Champaign to network and build professional relationships within the engineering community.

Candlelight Yoga Session

6-7 p.m. — Fire Doll Studio — Suggested donation $11-$33 — Unwind and find your inner peace in a warm and serene yoga setting.

One Night of Queen Tribute Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Farm Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the passion and energy of Queen's greatest hits performed live by Gary Mullen & The Works.

Live Jazz Night with Chip NcNeill

6-8 p.m. — The Venue CU — $10 pre-sale, $15 at the door — Enjoy smooth jazz tunes with Chip NcNeill and his band in an elegant setting.

ZZ Top with The Sedonas

7-9 p.m. — State Farm Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of rock and Americana roots with the iconic ZZ Top and The Sedonas.

Lindy Hoppers April Swing Dance

7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of swing dancing with live DJ music and a welcoming atmosphere.

April Rising Tide Society Meetup

12-1 p.m. — Mad Goat Coffee — Free entry — Connect, collaborate, and support fellow creatives and entrepreneurs in a welcoming atmosphere.

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen

8:45-9:45 p.m. — Orpheum Champaign — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Queen's music in a unique candlelight setting.

Car Seat Safety Check in Champaign

11 a.m. — Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group — Free entry — Ensure your child's safety with a complimentary car seat inspection.