Good morning, Champaign.

Illini’s Final Four run ended Saturday when UConn beat the team at Lucas Oil Stadium, marking their first loss in a Final Four appearance since 2005.

United Airlines will delay flights from Willard Airport to Chicago until June 1 plus local travelers are urged to call the airline with concerns.

The University of Illinois College of Engineering will host its student-led open house on April 10 — 11, featuring 250 interactive exhibits and hands-on STEM activities for families on the Bardeen Quad and around campus, with free parking available in the State Farm Center lot and a regular shuttle service.

The City of Urbana invites residents to share their experiences finding housing in a survey released by the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission as part of its Housing Needs Study + responses from both residents and landlords are accepted online through April 30.

Rug Event in Champaign, IL

April 9-12 — Ten Thousand Villages — Free entry — Discover exquisite hand-knotted rugs crafted under fair trade standards featuring styles from Tribal to Persian.

Dueling Pianos Event

7-10 p.m. — Yellow & Co. Events — Full bar available — Experience an interactive night of music with Twilight Tunes as two pianists battle it out with your favorite songs.

Beatles Night 2026

3-7 p.m. — The City Center — Free entry — Experience an afternoon of classic Beatles tunes while supporting a great cause for kids.

Comedy Open Mic Night

8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter led by local comedic talent Kristen Unakis.

Spring Explosion 2026

10 AM – 12 PM — Champaign County Fair Association — Admission details not specified — Enjoy the thrilling demolition derby action brought back by Derby Icons.

The Table of Showbread Bible Study

6:30 AM – 9:00 PM — Come & See Event Center — Free registration — Delve into the significance of the Table of Showbread and its representation of God's provision.

Lindy Hoppers Swing Dance

7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively swing dance evening with music and no partner required.

April Game Night: TREE Games by CUDO Plays

6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow gamers and explore TREE-themed games or your favorites at CUDO Plays Game Night.

PaCE Curriculum Training

8:30 AM - 12 PM — Parkland College — Free entry — A professional development session focused on the PaCE Curriculum for middle school educators.

Introduction to Cross Stitch Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Plant Mode — Supplies included — Learn the fundamentals of cross stitch and create your own unique piece.