Good morning, Champaign.

Guatemalan national Julio Cucul Bol, 29, was indicted by a grand jury for using false documents—charges that follow the fatal January 19 hit-and-run on University and Coler in Urbana that killed two—after he was arrested in Texas.

A grand jury indicted Julio Cucul-Bol, a 29-year-old Guatemalan, on charges of false identity and document use as he is accused of using a fake permanent resident card, fake Social Security card, fake passport, and of making a false bank application with the name Juan Jahaziel Saenz Suarez (indictment returned on May 6) and he may face severe penalties (up to 10 years in prison for fake documents and up to 30 years for the bank case).

UIC nursing graduates celebrated by jumping into a pool in full scrubs as a unique tradition that marked the end of their studies—most of the 70-member senior class made the plunge during the graduation ceremony.

Stark Excavating began initial construction today on the Garden Hills Phase 3 Project by trimming trees—demolition will follow with a full road closure.

Joanne Lane will be closed to vehicles from Monday, May 12, and residents near the project will have modified access to driveways while pedestrian routes remain open.

On May 1, 2025, Justice Victim Advocates from E&E held a Lunch and Learn at the Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office to show community members and service providers how co-responder models work in different places.

Local officials and representatives from the University of Illinois School of Social Work joined the session to discuss the models’ benefits and challenges—points that may shape future community plans.

Governor JB Pritzker signed Executive Order 2025-02 today to protect the privacy of autistic residents—state agencies and contractors are now barred from collecting or sharing autism-related data without proper consent, reinforcing civil rights and dignity.

The order builds on Illinois' efforts to ensure sensitive information is handled only when necessary.

Touch-A-Truck Day

9 AM – 1 PM — Centennial Park — Free entry — Experience the thrill of climbing and honking real trucks and vehicles.

2025 Springtime Showdown #2

5 PM - 5 PM — Rantoul Family Sports Complex — $30 Adult Weekend Pass — Compete for a chance to enter the USSSA Great Lakes National Championships with exciting fastpitch action.

Illinois PTA SPOTLIGHT 2025

11 AM – 5 PM — Centennial High School — Registration required — Celebrate young artists' achievements with engaging workshops and an inspiring showcase of creativity.

The Space CU x Morning Jay’s Brunch Pop Up

10 AM – 3 PM — The Space — RSVP required — Experience a creatively delicious scratch-made brunch during UIUC Graduation weekend.

May Game Night: Theme TBA — CUDO Plays

6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Connect with fellow game lovers and enjoy an evening of fun games and camaraderie.

Wiz Khalifa Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Canopy Club — $85/ealistmap — Get ready for a night of live music with Wiz Khalifa at the Canopy Club in Urbana.

May Social at Research Park

5:00 – 6:30 p.m. — Research Park at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Free entry — Network over drinks and snacks with local professionals in a relaxed atmosphere.

Beetlejuice Jr Musical

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Virginia Theatre — Cost TBA — Experience the whimsical chaos of Beetlejuice in this youth theatre production.

Bentley's Trivia Night

6-8 p.m. — Bentley's Pub — Drink purchase required — Test your knowledge with trivia in the beer garden and compete for prizes!

Hamilton Walker's Wine Dinner

May 28-29 — Hamilton Walker's — Special ticket pricing — Enjoy a curated 5-course meal with wines from Francis Ford Coppola Winery.