Good morning, Champaign.

On Friday, law enforcement officers stood on Dunkin' Donuts rooftops across the state to raise $1.2 million for Special Olympics Illinois so athletes can compete at no cost.

The 22nd annual event, with over 350 locations participating, has raised nearly $10 million since it began.

Residents at Candlewood Estates in Mahomet reported dangerous electrical problems that have damaged appliances and spurred state inspectors to send a cease and desist order—management is blamed for not fixing the issues.

Tenant leader Marcia Green and state Sen. Chapin Rose have stepped in as residents face additional problems, including a mother fighting an eviction over a swing set needed for her autistic son’s stability.

A Monticello man pleaded guilty to a fatal hit and run that occurred last November when a woman died at Carle Hospital in Urbana+ he was sentenced on May 19 to eight years in prison, with credit for 83 days already served and a requirement to serve at least half his sentence.

Champaign police responded to reports of gunfire in a parking lot on the 1100 block of N.

Third Street early Saturday morning when officers arrived at 2:24 a.m. and found a 22-year-old man from Urbana with a gunshot wound to his leg — he is now in stable condition as investigators canvass the area for witnesses and video footage amid property damage to two buildings and a vehicle.

Heart Strong Grocery received a $2.4 million grant from the Illinois New Stores in Food Deserts Grant Program to develop a new grocery store in Urbana’s Ward 3; Angela Bradley said the store will bring fresh food to a long-neglected area.

The store will be built on the lot behind the intersection of Lincoln and Bradley—after Fire Station 3 relocates—and officials are finalizing the necessary state paperwork for construction.

On Memorial Day, government offices, post offices, courts, banks, libraries, and most museums will be closed in Champaign-Urbana while grocery stores, some restaurants, and outdoor pools remain open if weather permits.

Free metered parking is offered and the Museum of the Grand Prairie in Mahomet plus local outdoor recreation at parks and lake rental spots will operate on the holiday.

Champaign-Urbana families can plan summer road trips to nearby spots like Decatur, Bloomington-Normal, Peoria and Springfield—places with free or low-cost attractions—and longer trips to Chicago, St. Louis and Wisconsin Dells that offer fun and save money.

The guide gives clear ideas so families can choose trips that work with their time and budget.

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.

Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm

8-11 p.m. — Prairie Farm — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a summer movie night featuring films centered on beloved farm animals.

Dance Arts Conservatory Presents Peter Pan

2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Family-friendly performance — A comedic ballet that brings the classic story of Peter Pan to life through various dance styles.

Nike Golf Camp at the University of Illinois for Boys

June 1-5, 2025 — Bromley Hall — $1,850 — Experience a week of top-notch golf instruction from PGA professionals tailored for boys aged 11-18.

Father's Day Gift Ideas Workshop

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — George Huff Hall — Free entry — Explore thoughtful gift ideas for Father's Day to make it special for your dad.

Christian Music Concerts at Virginia Theatre

6-10 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting performances from top Christian artists in a vibrant setting.