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WPGU NewsThursday, May 8, 2025The final broadcast of the 2024-2025 season of WPGU News brings listeners an inside scoop on international students' summer plans, self-care tips for finals week, summer fashion predictions, Hot Takes of CU and more. Stories by Zayna Quraishi, Peter Hanson, Emily Huffman, Faith Routley, Kennedy Caldwell, Samaya McDonald, Brandi Roman and Abby Timm.Hosted by Amelia Benson, alongside the voices of Zayna Quraishi, Peter Hanson, Emily Huffman, Faith Routley, Kennedy Caldwell, Samaya McDonald and Nick Roacho. Music by Boxout2025-05-0814 min
WPGU NewsMay 3, 2024University faculty groups have organized a protest outside of the Illini Union.Richard “Dick” Cogdal, the oldest alumni of the University of Illinois Marching Illini has passed away at the age of 107.In 1977, President Carter signed the Community Reinvestment Act, known as the CRA, to tackle racial discrimination in mortgages. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign encampment proceeds for its fifth day on the main quad.Hosted by Layli NazarovaStories by Peter Derrah, Nicolas Roacho, Emily Huffman, Suzette MurilloMusic by Boxout2024-05-0303 minWPGU NewsApril 8, 2024A partial solar eclipse will occur in Champaign today, local activist Dr. William Patterson passed away earlier this week, the Champaign Public Library is hosting a space-themed exhibit, and 107 year old Dick Cogdal received a special visit from the Marching Illini.Hosted by Peter DerrahStories by Adelyn Mui, Peter Derrah, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, and Stephanie OrellanaMusic by Boxout2024-04-0804 minWPGU NewsJanuary 7, 2021A report on yesterday's attack on the Capitol from WPGU Correspondent Barrett Wynn who was on the scene in Washington.Hosted by Barrett WynnContributing writers: Josie Alameda, Emma Boone, Emily Crawford, Tori Gellman, Jackson Janes, Jane Knight, Justin Malone, Anne McKeown, and Barrett WynnMusic by Boxout2021-01-0703 minWPGU NewsWPGU News Special ReportAn interview with WPGU Correspondent Barrett Wynn on his experience on the ground in Washington DC during the attack on the Capitol.Hosted by Justin Malone, Tori Gellman, and Barrett WynnMusic by Boxout2021-01-0709 min
What’s the buzz?2.4 September 23 Radio Show RecapLast night we had our third show of the season where we shared a stacked playlist full of our favorite rainy day songs. First, we had moment of silence for the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsberg, or RBG, former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. We talked about the impact she had on us and how we hope others will continue her legacy. Next, we recapped the Emmy's that took place this Sunday, and we expressed our undying love for Schitt's Creek and Zendaya. Next, we had a great discussion about mental health, its importance and...2020-09-2400 minWhat’s the buzz?2.3 September 16 Radio Show RecapLast night was our second show of the season where shared some of our favorite fall songs in preparation for fall next week. We also talked about the the devastating wildfires spreading throughout California. This also led into a discussion of a gender reveal party in California that also resulted in a huge fire. We also stressed the importance of voting in the upcoming presidential election and shared some tips for first-time voters. We then dug into the ways COVID-19 has been affecting the fashion industry and specifically what we've been wearing over the past few months. Then, we discussed...2020-09-1700 minWPGU NewsSeptember 17, 2020BIG 10 football back on, campus lockdown ends, Union activities, state funding cuts, and moreHosted by Justin MaloneStories by Jackson Janes, Justin Malone, Mac Dudley, Emily Crawford, and Josie AlamedaMusic by Boxout2020-09-1704 minWPGU NewsSeptember 16, 2020Micronuclear reactor proposed to fuel campus, Gov. Pritzker announces $245 million in relief grants, Breonna Taylor settlement, and moreHosted by Barrett WynnStories by Emma Boone, Justin Malone, Tara Mobasher, Reese ArmstrongMusic by Boxout2020-09-1604 minWPGU NewsSeptember 15, 2020University rankings released, census deadline nears, Hurricane Sally, and moreHosted by Emily CrawfordStories by Mac Dudley, Reese Armstrong, Josie Alameda, Justin Malone, and Jackson JanesMusic by Boxout2020-09-1505 minWPGU NewsSeptember 14, 2020Wildfires in the west, case positivity drops on UIUC campus, Bears recap, and moreHosted by Josie AlamedaStories by Tara Mobasher, Justin Malone, Emma Boone, Mac Dudley, and Reese ArmstrongMusic by Boxout2020-09-1404 minWPGU NewsSeptember 11, 2020Champaign firefighters remember 9/11, free flu shots available on campus next week, Pygmalion goes virtual, and moreHosted by Justin MaloneStories by Justin Malone, Josie Alameda, Emma Boone, Barrett Wynn, and Reese ArmstrongMusic by Boxout2020-09-1104 minWhat’s the buzz?2.2 First Radio Show of the SemesterWe had our very first radio show of the semester on WPGU 107.1 last night, and we talked about all things COVID-19, including how we're dealing with the online transition and some of the things we've noticed about the party scene. We also recapped the VMAs that took place last weekend and shared some of our hot takes. Next, we went into a TikTok/YouTube update and shared some of our favorite TikTokers, as well as some interesting new celebrity food trends, such as the Travis Scott burger. We also discussed the tragic death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman and...2020-09-1000 minWPGU NewsSeptember 10, 2020New enrollment numbers out of the University of Illinois, Gov. Pritzker pushes census participation, COVID-19 vaccine development halted, and more.Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Jackson Janes, Emma Boone, Emily Crawford, Tara Mobasher and Salem IsafMusic by Boxout2020-09-1004 minWPGU NewsSeptember 9, 2020New testing procedures on campus, senate COVID relief bill, California wildfires, and moreHosted by Barrett WynnStories by Justin Malone, Tara Mobasher, Salem Isaf, Josie Alameda, and Reese ArmstrongMusic by Boxout2020-09-0904 minWPGU NewsSeptember 8, 2020UIUC asks 100 students to move housing, Cafe Intermezzo reopens, remembering Lou Brock, and moreHosted by Emily CrawfordStories by Justin Malone, Mac Dudley, Josie Alameda, and Jackson JanesMusic by Boxout2020-09-0803 minWPGU NewsSeptember 4, 2020Joe's closes to assist with campus policies, Bevier Cafe opens, Facebook to limit political ads as election nears, economic updates, and moreHosted by Justin MaloneStories by Tara Mobasher, Mac Dudley, Emily Crawford, Emma Boone, and Justin MaloneMusic by Boxout2020-09-0404 minWPGU NewsSeptember 3, 2020UIUC announces new guidelines to combat COVID-19 spread on campus, moratorium on utility shutoff extended in Illinois, federal prisons plan for visits, the state of the economy, and moreHosted by Justin MaloneStories by Tara Mobasher, Reese Armstrong, Emily Crawford, and Justin MaloneMusic by Boxout2020-09-0304 minWPGU NewsSeptember 2, 2020BLM protest on UIUC campus, Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) asks Department of Defense to use UIUC saliva test, US presidential election updates, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Mac Dudley, Salem Isaf, Barrett Wynn, Josie Alameda, and Justin MaloneMusic by Boxout2020-09-0204 minWPGU NewsSeptember 1, 2020Portable COVID-19 test trial, intramural sports reopen, O'Hare takes heat from FAA, and more!Hosted by Josie AlamedaStories by Tara Mobasher, Jackson Janes, Reese Armstrong, Emily Crawford, and Emma BooneMusic by Boxout2020-09-0104 minWPGU NewsAugust 31, 2020Trials on a smaller saliva test at UIUC, Espresso Royale reopens at the BIF, Chicago Bears updates, a tribute to Chadwick Boseman, and moreHosted by Justin MaloneStories by Mac Dudley, Josie Alameda, Barrett Wynn, Reese Armstrong, and Tara MobasherMusic by Boxout2020-08-3105 minWPGU NewsAugust 28, 2020Updates to UIUC testing procedure, Tech Services' "AnyWare" system, Hurricane Laura, unemployment, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Justin Malone, Mac Dudley, Reese Armstrong, Salem Isaf, and Josie Alameda2020-08-2805 minWPGU NewsAugust 27, 2020Illini Union book pickup extended, results from COVID-19 tests on campus, Starved Rock State Park reopens, protests due to a police shooting in Kenosha, Wis., and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Mac Dudley, Justin Malone, Josie Alameda, Emily Crawford, and Jackson JanesMusic by Boxout2020-08-2704 minWPGU NewsAugust 26, 2020Campus police institutes harsh fines for gatherings, American Airlines announces layoffs, Black art exhibit at Krannert Art Museum, Hurricane Laura threatens gulf coast, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Mac Dudley, Emma Boone, Tara Mobasher, Reese Armstrong, and Barrett WynnMusic by Boxout2020-08-2605 minWhat’s the buzz?2.1 Back to School with Buzz"What's the buzz?" is back for season two, and this time we'll be back on the air! In today's short intro episode of season two, Carolina, Jill, Ava, Becca and Casey talk about what being back at U of I has been like so far during the craziness of COVID-19. They preview some of the topics they'll be discussing on the radio show and share what they're looking forward to this semester. You can hear "What's the buzz?" on WPGU 107.1 on Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. starting on September 2. They'll also be uploading short podcast episodes after each show to...2020-08-2600 minWPGU NewsAugust 25, 2020Students return to class, COVID-19 testing shows promise, RNC recap, and more!Hosted by Emily CrawfordStories by Tara Mobasher, Justin Malone, Emma Boone, Salem Isaf, and Jackson JanesMusic by Boxout2020-08-2505 minWPGU NewsAugust 24, 2020Campus buildings reopen, a food pantry at the ARC, protests in Minsk, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Josie Alameda, Mac Dudley, Justin Malone, and Barrett WynnMusic by Boxout2020-08-2404 minWPGU NewsAugust 21, 2020Construction on the Prospect Ave. rail crossing, unemployment down statewide, suspected poisoning by Putin, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Josie Alameda, Reese Armstrong, Justin Malone, Tara Mobasher, and Emily CrawfordMusic by Boxout2020-08-2105 minWPGU NewsAugust 20, 2020Illinois' saliva COVID-19 test approved by FDA, Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) accepts nomination for Vice President, Cubs-Cardinals game recap, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Mac Dudley, Justin Malone, Barrett Wynn, and Jackson JanesMusic by Boxout2020-08-2005 minWPGU NewsAugust 19, 2020New Champaign emergency orders, MTD changes operation hours, lawsuit filed against the Postmaster General, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Justin Malone, Tara Mobasher, Reese Armstrong, Josie Alameda, and Emily CrawfordMusic by Boxout2020-08-1904 minWPGU NewsAugust 18, 2020Krannert Art Museum to reopen, DNC recap, Alaskan oil drilling, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Emma Boone, Mac Dudley, Tara Mobasher, and Barrett WynnMusic by Boxout2020-08-1805 minWPGU NewsAugust 17, 2020Students (and WPGU News!) return to UIUC, Emirati-Israeli relations stoke dissent, Postmaster General testimony pushed up, and more!Hosted by Justin MaloneStories by Jackson Janes, Josie Alameda, Emily Crawford, Justin Malone, and Reese ArmstrongMusic by Boxout2020-08-1704 minWhat’s the buzz?14. We're Back On-Air!In this bittersweet episode of "What's the buzz?" the buzz team says goodbye to Liam as he finishes his time with buzz and ventures out into the adult world. We want to thank Liam for his work on the show, and we will miss his humor, hot takes and upbeat personality. We know he will do incredible things outside of buzz, and we cannot wait to see what he achieves. This is also the last "What's the buzz?" episode of the season, and this week, Jill, Carolina, Becca and Liam talk all about going back to school amidst the craziness...2020-08-1200 minWhat’s the buzz?13. Movies We Love to Hate and the End of TikTok?This week on "What's the buzz?" Carolina, Jill and Liam break down their favorite long songs, diving deep into tunes, such as "Free Bird" and "Bohemian Rhapsody." They talk about the Lollapalooza virtual concert that took place last weekend and share some of their favorite Lolla performances. Next, they discuss some of their favorite terrible movies they love to hate and try to answer the question: What makes a good bad movie? Finally, the buzz team talks about the possible end of TikTok and what that could mean for Gen Z. All of this week's song choices can be found...2020-08-0500 minWhat’s the buzz?12. If You Wanna Be My Lover, You Gotta Listen to My PodcastWe are nearing the end of season one of "What's the buzz?" with a show all about girl bands and memes. This week, Jill, Carolina, Becca and Casey share their favorite girl band tunes while discussing the history and philosophy behind the term "girl band." Next, they talk about the "what frog are you?" meme page currently trending on Instagram as well as some other popular meme pages. Then, they discuss actors who have gone on to pursue other careers, such as entrepreneurship and comic book creating. Lastly, the "What's the buzz?" team talks about the #freebritney movement involving singer...2020-07-2900 min
Flashback CafeFlashback Presents: A Short Message For The Listeners!Do you guys miss Flashback as much as we do? Don't worry! It'll be coming back in full swing this fall! Be ready for all the shenanigans to ensue as soon as it's safe for them to.
Support this podcast2020-07-2400 minWhat’s the buzz?11. (Astrology) Sign of the TimesThis week, Carolina, Jill, Liam and Becca share their favorite boyband songs, including hits from the Backstreet Boys, One Direction and Big Time Rush. They also talk about some successful solo artists who have resulted from some of these bands, such as Harry Styles and Justin Timberlake. They also discuss the recent, devastating death of actress and singer Naya Rivera. Next, the "What's the buzz?" team discuss what they think some of the best boybands are and get into a heated discussion about whether or not The Beatles should be considered a boyband. Next, they talk about the meaning of...2020-07-2200 minWhat’s the buzz?10. Spilling the Tea on COVID-19 and Youtube Drama"What's the buzz?" is back, and this week, Carolina, Jill, Becca and Ava are discuss COVID-19 updates, such as new hobbies we've taken on and if we've noticed any changes from the way people have been handling COVID-19 in recent weeks. We also talk about the decision many colleges have made of reversing in-person class decisions for the upcoming fall semester. This week's song theme is "songs we'd listen to while looking out the car and pretending to be in a movie," and we encourage you to think about what your song choices would be (because we know you did...2020-07-1500 minWhat’s the buzz?9. The Profound History of Beowulf and WebkinzIn this week's episode, Jill, Casey and Carolina discuss the tension and hesitation some Americans might be feeling as the Fourth of July approaches this weekend. They also discuss Juneteenth and the history behind the day that, currently, is not officially considered a national holiday. In celebration of the Hamilton movie release on Disney+, on Friday, the "What's the buzz?" team shares their favorite musical theater songs, all of which can be found on the buzz Spotify page, @buzzmagcu. They also talk about some of their favorite childhood online games, including Club Penguin, Webkinz and more, and they reminisce about...2020-07-0100 minWhat’s the buzz?8. Choose Your Fighter: Millennial, Gen Z, TikToker or KarenToday, Carolina, Jill, Liam and Becca celebrate Pride Month by sharing their own experiences from past pride parades, discussing different movies, TV shows and documentaries about the LGBTQ+ community and talking about some prominent LGBTQ+ icons. Next, they discuss the differences between millennial and Gen Z culture, focusing specifically on humor and attitudes toward money, social media and careers. They dive into the confusing, growing world of "Karens" and share some of their own confrontations with Karens. The "What's the buzz?" team also talks about famous TikTok challenges and discusses which ones they love and which ones they hate. Finally...2020-06-2400 minWhat’s the buzz?7. Woke Celebrities and A Shortage of SwitchesThis week of "What's the buzz?" features the editing team of buzz magazine, Jill (editor), Ava (assistant editor) and Carolina (assistant editor). They talk about the artists who have defined their childhoods and influenced their music tastes, which is also the theme for this week's playlist, which can be found on the buzz Spotify page, @buzzmagcu. They also continue talking about protests happening around the world as part of the Black Lives Matter movement, specifically discussing the presence of celebrities at those protests and on social media showing support of the movement. They also discuss some anti-trans comments author J...2020-06-1700 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: Lady GagaIn this episode, the flashback boys bid everyone farewell in the best way possible - by talking about Lady Gaga.
Support this podcast2020-06-1200 minWhat’s the buzz?6. We Could Have Danced All Night (To Our Favorite Albums of All Time)In this week's episode of "What's the buzz?" Carolina, Jill, Liam and Casey share their favorite albums of all time as well as their favorite song picks from those albums. They also dive into some of the most binge-worthy Netflix shows and try to answer the big question: what makes a show binge-worthy? The buzz team also reminisces about Disney Channel's peak and discusses some of the Disney Channel original movies (or DCOMs) that have had the biggest influences on their childhoods. Maybe most importantly, the buzz team speculates about what the party scene at UIUC might look like if...2020-06-1000 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: Spanish Love SongsThe boys of Flashback sit down and talk about Spanish Love Songs, and what they do and don't like about the Midwest.
Support this podcast2020-06-0500 minWhat’s the buzz?5. The Knee Felt Around the World: A Cry for the End of Racism in the USIn today's episode of "What's the buzz?" we decided to hold off on our usual entertainment type content in light of what has been going on in the U.S. We didn't feel comfortable continuing as usual without addressing the serious and important events currently taking place. This episode is a discussion about the Black Lives Matter movement, and our aim is to help educate people on the movement's goals and to share our thoughts on where we're at as a country. In this episode we talk about the recent deaths of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Abrey and George Floyd and...2020-06-0400 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: 5 Seconds of SummerThe flashback boys talk about 5SOS, what makes a boy band, and what genres of music and movies we would want to see combined with each other!
Support this podcast2020-05-2900 minWhat’s the buzz?4. Are We Humans, or Are We Numbers?This week on "What's the buzz" we welcome the newest member of our team Casey Daly! We also question the nature of humanity by unpacking Elon Musk and Grimes' baby's name: X Æ A-12. Their baby also inspired this week's playlist theme, which is "songs that X Æ A-12 would listen to," and you can check out that playlist on our Spotify, @buzzmagcu. Also this week we discuss the popular Chuck E. Cheese pizza conspiracy theory as well as different music videos that artists, such as Harry Styles and Kehlani, have released recently. We also talk about the ways coronavirus has affected pe...2020-05-2700 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: MuseThe boys of Flashback come together to talk about Muse and what songs they want to see Muse remake.
Support this podcast2020-05-2200 minWhat’s the buzz?3. Finals Week in QuarantineThis week, the buzz team recaps finals week, and Liam graduates! (Don't worry - he'll still be doing "What's the buzz?" this summer!) They dive deep into mental health and self-care, describing different ways they practice self-care. They also discuss their quarantine predictions for when and if they think places, such as UIUC, will reopen. COVID-19 has greatly impacted the job market, too, which has, in turn, affected students' job and internship searches. The buzz team discusses the ways they have been affected personally and what they plan on doing during the summer in place of canceled jobs and internships...2020-05-2000 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: The ClashThe flashback boys talk about The Clash
Support this podcast2020-05-1500 minWhat’s the buzz?2. Dating Shows, Weird Dreams and the Future of Music FestivalsThis week on "What's the buzz?" the buzz team analyzes popular dating shows and discusses some weird dreams they've had that may or may not involve Princess Diana and tree monsters... Some places have already announced plans for reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic, and the buzz team shares their opinions about some of the decisions being made regarding these places reopening. Next, they talk about their experiences with ordering and picking up food during these times and share their go-to food places during quarantine. Finally, the buzz peeps share their thoughts about certain music festivals and concerts having to be...2020-05-1300 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: The WrecksConnor listens to Austin geek out about his favorite band for twenty minutes.
Support this podcast2020-05-0800 minWPGU NewsMay 8, 2020Zorba's closes down, epidemiologists predict a second wave of COVID-19 deaths, Pitchfork Music Festival cancelled, and more.Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Jackson Janes, Josie Alameda, Barrett Wynn, and Emma Boone.2020-05-0802 minWPGU NewsMay 7, 2020Illinois economy hurting from COVID-19, an attempted coup in Venezuela, Arkansas plans socially distanced concert, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Glenda Villalón, Reese Armstrong, Salem Isaf, and Tara Mobasher.2020-05-0703 minWPGU NewsMay 6, 2020Decatur government asks employees to furlough, Treasury Department requests nearly $3 trillion in loans, COVID-19 entered France earlier than originally thought, and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Mac Dudley, Josie Alameda, Salem Isaf, and Glenda Villalón.2020-05-0602 minWPGU NewsMay 5, 2020Willard Airport requires masks, Italy sees improvement in COVID-19 cases, Grant Park Music Festival cancelled, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Jackson Janes, Emily Crawford, Barrett Wynn, and Emma Boone.2020-05-0504 minWPGU NewsMay 4, 2020Construction north of campus, opening across the state, shots fired across the DMZ, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Mac Dudley, Tara Mobasher, Emily Crawford, and Reese Armstrong.2020-05-0403 minWPGU NewsMay 1, 2020Academic deadlines extended to May 6, FDA explores an experimental COVID-19 treatment, Bandcamp waives revenue shares, and more.Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Salem Isaf, Josie Alameda, Glenda Villalón, and Jackson Janes2020-05-0102 minFlashback CafeFlashback Presents: Panic! at the DiscoThe Flashback boys go in depth and talk about one of their favorite bands of all time, Panic! at the Disco.
Support this podcast2020-05-0100 minWPGU NewsApril 30, 2020Stay at home order extension begins, Senate reconvenes, Amash explores presidential bid, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Mac Dudley, Josie Alameda, Barrett Wynn, and Emma Boone.2020-04-3002 minWPGU NewsApril 29, 2020Road closures starting Thursday in Champaign, Israel moves to annex the occupied West Bank, Governor Pritzker to open golf courses, and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Josie Alameda, Emma Boone, Salem Isaf, and Jackson Janes.2020-04-2902 minWPGU NewsApril 28, 2020Governor Pritzker warns students to prepare for Fall semester online, White House floats replacing Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar, Live Nation amends its refund policy, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Glenda Villalón, Reese Armstrong, Salem Isaf, and Tara Mobasher.2020-04-2802 minWPGU NewsApril 27, 2020COVID-19 tests reach all-time peak in Illinois, unemployment continues to rise nationwide, results of the NFL draft and more.Host: Justin Malone.Stories by: Mac Dudley, Emily Crawford, Barrett Wynn and Jackson Janes.2020-04-2702 minWPGU NewsApril 24, 2020Stay-at-home order extended through May, House passes relief bill, Trump threatens Iran with deadly force and more.Host: Barrett Wynn.Stories by: Tara Mobasher, Mac Dudley, Emma Boone, Barrett Wynn and Glenda Villalón.2020-04-2403 minWPGU NewsApril 23, 2020University of Illinois develops new Cystic Fibrosis treatment, growing distance between national policy and state governors, NFL draft begins, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Josie Alameda, Reese Armstrong, Salem Isaf and Jackson Janes2020-04-2303 minWPGU NewsApril 22, 2020Senate passes $300 Billion relief bill, Carle and UIUC collaborating on COVID testing, Trump claims to suspend immigration to the United States and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Justin Malone, Glenda Villalon, Emily Crawford, Emma Boone and Tara Mobasher2020-04-2203 minWPGU NewsApril 21, 2020COVID-19 spreads to rural Illinois, crude oil futures go negative, an ESPN docuseries on the '98 Chicago Bulls and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Mac Dudley, Josie Alameda, Salem Isaf and Jackson Janes2020-04-2102 minWPGU NewsApril 20, 2020Deadliest shooting in Canadian history, Unit 4's plans for the rest of the school year, nationwide protests against stay-at-home orders and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Emma Boone, Justin Malone, Emily Crawford and Barrett Wynn2020-04-2003 minWPGU NewsApril 17, 2020University unveils COVID-19 relief fund, social distancing pays dividends in Chicago, remembering Lee Konitz and more.Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Glenda Villalón, Reese Armstrong, Josie Alameda, and Emma Boone2020-04-1703 minWPGU NewsApril 16, 2020City guidance on construction during stay-at-home order, Trump Administration threatens to pull funding from the World Health Organization, remembering Jimmy Webb, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Mac Dudley, Tara Mobasher, Salem Isaf, and Glenda Villalón2020-04-1603 minWPGU NewsApril 15, 2020Barack Obama endorses Biden campaign, Krannert Center seeks vounteers, expansion of state Employment Security Office and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Justin Malone, Josie Alameda, Emily Crawford, Barrett Wynn, and Jackson Janes2020-04-1503 minWPGU NewsApril 14, 2020Bernie Sanders endorses Joe Biden, University Libraries reopen, OSF joins with Illinois government to combat COVID-19, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Barrett Wynn, Mac Dudley, Tara Mobasher, and Reese Armstrong2020-04-1403 minWPGU NewsApril 13, 2020Student reimbursements at the U of I, Illinois Department on Aging announces 7 million dollar meal assistance package, OPEC slashes crude production, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Justin Malone, Reese Armstrong, Emily Crawford, and Emma Boone2020-04-1302 minWPGU NewsApril 10, 2020City roadwork begins with lesser traffic, Illinois begins to flatten the curve, COVID-19 leads to a ceasefire in Yemen, and more.Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Jackson Janes, Tara Mobasher, Salem Isaf, and Glenda VillalónVoice of: Ngozi Ezike via press release2020-04-1002 minWPGU NewsApril 9, 2020Bernie Sanders suspends Presidential bid, drive-through COVID-19 testing available in Champaign, Kofi Cockburn declares for the NBA Draft, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Emma Boone, Mac Dudley, Salem Isaf, and Reese Armstrong2020-04-0903 minWPGU NewsApril 8, 2020First death from COVID-19 in Champaign County, President Trump fires Inspector General overseeing relief fund, an homage to Bill Withers, and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Josie Alameda, Emily Crawford, Barrett Wynn, and Glenda VillalónVoices of Diane Wolfe Marlin and Deborah Frank Feinen via City of Champaign Press ReleaseOutro music: Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers2020-04-0802 minWPGU NewsApril 7, 2020COVID-19 recovery blood donation, expansion of state child care assistance, Taliban peace deal, and more.Host: Glenda VillalónStories by: Mac Dudley, Reese Armstrong, Barrett Wynn, and Emma Boone2020-04-0702 minWPGU NewsApril 6, 2020COVID-19 updates, Refugee Crisis Abroad, Basketball Hall of Fame, and more.Host: Justin Malone Stories by: Glenda Villalón, Tara Mobasher, Emily Crawford, and Jackson Janes.2020-04-0602 minWPGU NewsApril 3, 2020Reusable bag ban, DNC postponement, remembering Adam Schlesinger, and more. Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Jackson Janes, Josie Alameda, Salem Isaf, and Tara Mobasher2020-04-0302 minWPGU NewsApril 2, 2020Urbana mayor's emergency staffing order, McCormick Center, unemployment rate projections, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Mac Dudley, Reese Armstrong, Barrett Wynn, and Emma Boone2020-04-0202 minWPGU NewsApril 1, 2020Stay at Home order extension, American Airlines seeks bailout, another year of eligibility for NCAA spring athletes, and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Josie Alameda, Salem Isaf, Emily Crawford, and Jackson Janes2020-04-0102 minWPGU NewsMarch 31, 2020University of Illinois Engineering's ventilator prototype, infant fatality from COVID-19, iHeart Living Room Concert, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Glenda Villalón, Tara Mobasher, Barrett Wynn, and Mac Dudley2020-03-3102 minWPGU NewsMarch 30, 2020University of Illinois Academic Senate deliberates early end to spring semester, Yemeni rockets intercepted over Riyadh, Summer Camp Music Festival, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Josie Alameda, Emma Boone, Emily Crawford, and Justin Malone2020-03-3002 minWPGU NewsMarch 27, 2020Champaign County Clerk ballot counting controversy, US troop freeze, Peace Corps evacuation, and more.Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Glenda Villalón, Salem Isaf, Tara Mobasher, and Reese Armstrong2020-03-2702 minWPGU NewsMarch 26, 2020University of Illinois academic contingency plans, COVID-19 relief package, a new Billboard alternative chart topper, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Jackson Janes, Reese Armstrong, Josie Alameda, and Mac Dudley2020-03-2602 minWPGU NewsMarch 25, 2020Contingency plans for local schools, India on lockdown, Saturday Night Live suspends production, and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Josie Alameda, Barrett Wynn, Emily Crawford, and Emma Boone2020-03-2502 minWPGU NewsMarch 24, 2020COVID-19 statewide, US-Taliban talks stall, Olympics consider postponement, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Glenda Villalón, Tara Mobasher, Salem Isaf, and Jackson Janes2020-03-2402 minWPGU NewsMarch 23, 2020We're back from Spring Break! Governor Pritzker's Shelter-in-Place order, what Italy's response can teach us, Chicago Bears free agency decisions, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Mac Dudley, Emma Boone, Emily Crawford, and Reese Armstrong2020-03-2302 minWPGU NewsMarch 13, 2020University of Illinois' COVID-19 policy, Biden-Sanders debate this weekend, major league and college sports suspension, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Mac Dudley, Tara Mobasher, Salem Isaf, and Reese ArmstrongWPGU News will return March 23, 2020!2020-03-1302 minWPGU NewsMarch 12, 2020University of Illinois' COVID-19 response, US offers defense deal with Turkey, Hayley Williams goes solo, and more.Host: Mac DudleyStories by: Glenda Villalón, Emma Boone, Barrett Wynn, and Tara Mobasher2020-03-1203 minWPGU NewsMarch 11, 2020Student referendum results, Illinois insurance companies to cover COVID-19 tests, Trump Administration plans stimulus package, and more.Host: Barrett WynnStories by: Josie Alameda, Reese Armstrong, Salem Isaf, and Jackson Janes2020-03-1102 minWPGU NewsMarch 10, 2020Governor Pritzker declares state of emergency, student referendum, updates on the stock market, and more.Host: Tara MobasherStories by: Justin Malone, Glenda Villalón, Barrett Wynn, and Jackson Janes2020-03-1002 minWPGU NewsMarch 9, 2020University of Illinois cancels all spring break trips, Trump Administration deploys forces to US-Mexico border, NBA announcement, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Mac Dudley, Josie Alameda, Emily Crawford, and Reese Armstrong2020-03-0902 minWPGU NewsMarch 6, 2020Rod Blagojevich disbarred, US continues airstrikes against Taliban despite peace deal, James Bond release postponed, and more.Host: Reese ArmstrongStories by: Glenda Villalón, Emily Crawford, Salem Isaf, and Tara Mobasher2020-03-0602 minWPGU NewsMarch 5, 2020Contract extension for Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood, results of Super Tuesday, first "Platinum" album of 2020, and more.Host: Emily CrawfordStories by: Mac Dudley, Tara Mobasher, Barrett Wynn, and Glenda Villalón2020-03-0502 minWPGU NewsMarch 4, 2020University of Illinois student referendum, list of presidential hopefuls shrinking, the Israeli election, and more.Host: Glenda VillalónStories by: Josie Alameda, Emma Boone, Barrett Wynn, and Jackson Janes2020-03-0402 minWPGU NewsMarch 3, 2020Effects of COVID-19 on Illinois' international students, Illinois Senate considers interstate speed limit hike, updates on the conflict in Syria, and more.Host: Salem IsafStories by: Mac Dudley, Reese Armstrong, Justin Malone, and Emma Boone2020-03-0301 minWPGU NewsMarch 2, 2020Price cuts on Chicago-Champaign charter service, a peace deal between the US and Taliban, the American response to COVID-19, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Josie Alameda, Salem Isaf, Emily Crawford, and Jackson Janes2020-03-0202 minWPGU NewsFebruary 28, 2020A proposed mascot for the University of Illinois, Federal Courts okay the Trump Administration's sanctuary city plan, a blues exhibit opens at the Spurlock Museum, and more.Host: Josie AlamedaStories by: Mac Dudley, Emma Boone, Barrett Wynn, and Tara Mobasher2020-02-2802 min
WPGU NewsFebruary 24, 2020Introducing WPGU News, an all new daily program from WPGU 107.1 FM!Downtown Champaign becomes a historic district, results of the Nevada Caucus, Cubs and Cardinals open their season, and more.Host: Justin MaloneStories by: Josie Alameda, Salem Isaf, Emily Crawford, and Jackson Janes2020-02-2502 min