Good morning, Champaign.

Champaign police said a 24-year-old man was shot Tuesday afternoon on the 2600 block of JT Coffman Drive and remains in critical condition — he was in an acquaintance's apartment when an argument with unidentified men led to a gun being fired as he ran outside for help.

Freshman Lily DeAth from Salt Fork High School won a state FFA award on the weekend for her Agri-Science Research Project at Mt. Zion—making her one of the youngest state winners in Illinois FFA history—while her brother Wyatt, a 2024 recipient for hay entrepreneurship, looks forward to running the family cattle farm.

More than 30 AFSCME union members gathered outside Provost John Coleman's office in Champaign to protest the university's wage offer increase of just 0.25%—they say fair, livable wages are needed.

Contract negotiations have been ongoing for a year after the previous agreement expired in September.

At the ongoing 47th Annual National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Tournament at the State Farm Center, 11 men's teams and 6 women's teams play in 21 games while player Morgan McCammon said the event gives her a chance to live out dreams lost when injuries ended her stand-up career—she believes playing wheelchair basketball renews her hope. Coach Jacob Tyree said his young men's team is learning new ways to work together—he hopes this focus on accountability brings them success in upcoming matches.

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.

Illini Baseball vs SIUE

6:00 p.m. — Illinois Field — Ticket prices from $10 — Watch the Illini take on the Cougars in an exciting baseball matchup.