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DWS News & Interviews
by News-Gazette Media
Stories and interviews from around east central Illinois by the DWS news staff.
Episodes
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Nichole Millage 8-3-21
Tim Ditman talks with Champaign's Nichole Millage about being a sitting volleyball alternate for the Tokyo Paralympic Games. Millage also reflects on her career with Team USA. (NOTE: after this interview, Millage learned she'd be attending the games after all…
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City of Champaign News Conference 5-19-21
A news conference addressing the officer-involved shooting on May 19 that resulted in the deaths of Champaign police officer Christopher Oberheim and suspect Darion Lafayette.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: 2017 Loren Tate tribute
In September 2017, Loren Tate retired in a late night e-mail to staff, then promptly unretired days later. But that didn't stop WDWS' Tim Ditman from putting together this tribute.
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Election Night Discussion: Matt Gladney 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk to at-large Champaign City Council member Matt Gladney about council meetings during the pandemic, outdoor dining spaces, building rapport with new members, and the Neil Street corridor
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Election Night Discussion: Maryalice Wu 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk to Urbana City Council member Maryalice Wu about this year's race, council meetings during the pandemic, Urbana's racist past, and police reform
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Election Night Discussion: Aaron Ammons 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk with Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons about today's voter turn-out, mail-in voting, and drop boxes.
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Election Night Discussion: Mayor Diane Marlin 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk to Urbana mayor Diane Marlin about public comment at city council meetings, local business, the economy, and the downtown Urbana hotel.
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Election Night Discussion: Mayor Deb Feinen 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk to Champaign mayor Deb Feinen about the Champaign economy, supporting local business, campustown bars, and the BLM movement.
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Election Night Discussion: Kenton Elmore 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk with political observer Kenton Elmore about public comment during council meetings and police reform.
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Election Night Discussion: Ben Zigterman 4-6-21
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk with News-Gazette reporter Ben Zigterman about activity in both the Champaign and Urbana City Councils, election apathy, and the home rule issue in Savoy.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Paul Davis and Jim Bohannon
Former WCIA News Director Paul Davis joins the Jim Bohannon Show from the WDWS studio on June 17th, 2014.
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Carle call center handling deluge of COVID calls
Last month, we told you Carle's COVID hotline was overwhelmed with vaccine calls. That has since eased, but the phones are still ringing constantly as patients have COVID concerns and everyday health questions. Our Tim Ditman visited Carle's Patient Contact…
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PODCAST: LA Fredrickson and Mark Rubel on CU Sings' Let It Be 6-28-2020
On Classic Hits 107.9 WKIO, LA Fredrickson and Mark Rubel talk about CU Sings' Let It Be. More: https://www.news-gazette.com/coronavirus/update-in-times-of-trouble-c-u-sings-is-speaking-words-of-wisdom/article_b87de417-2e32-501e-84cb-fb05d03acb76.html Watch the video:...
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PODCAST: C-U Sings with Mike in the Morning 6-26-2020
C-U Sings debuts "Let It Be" with Mike in the Morning on WHMS. More: https://www.news-gazette.com/coronavirus/update-in-times-of-trouble-c-u-sings-is-speaking-words-of-wisdom/article_b87de417-2e32-501e-84cb-fb05d03acb76.html Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eHkdmH_F5s&feature=share
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PODCAST: IHSA Announcement 6-15-20
The Illinois High School Association announces the return of the boys basketball state finals to Champaign-Urbana, starting in March 2021. Hear from IHSA executive director Craig Anderson, UI athletic director Josh Whitman, Visit Champaign County CEO Jayne DeLuce, and State…
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PODCAST: C-U Public Health Admin Julie Pryde in Springfield 5-20-20
Champaign-Urbana Public Health Director Julie Pryde spoke during Governor J.B. Pritzker's daily coronavirus briefing Wednesday about restaurants with outdoor seating in Phase 3 and more.
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PODCAST: 2020 Illinois Primary Election Interview - Mary Miller
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser chat with Illinois' 15th Congressional District Republican candidate Mary Miller during extended coverage of the 2020 Illinois Primary Election.
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PODCAST: 2020 Illinois Primary Election Interview - Susan McGrath
Michael Kiser and Tim Ditman talk with Democratic candidate for Champaign County Circuit Clerk Susan McGrath as 2020 Illinois Primary Election results roll in.
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PODCAST: 2020 Illinois Primary Election Interview - Illinois State Senator Scott Bennett
Michael Kiser and Tim Ditman discuss the 2020 Illinois Primary Election with Illinois State Senator Scott Bennett.
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PODCAST: 2020 Illinois Primary Election Interview - Illinois Congressman John Shimkus
Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser chat with retiring Illinois Congressman John Shimkus as polls close on the 2020 Primary Election in Illinois.
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PODCAST: 2020 Illinois Primary Election Interview - Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons
WDWS' Tim Ditman and Michael Kiser talk with Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons as polls close for the 2020 Primary Election in Illinois.
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PODCAST: Josh Whitman and Brad Underwood press conference 3-13-2020
Athletic director Josh Whitman and basketball coach Brad Underwood address the media on the cancellation of spring sports at a news conference on 3-13-2020.
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PODCAST: UI chancellor on coronavirus, mascot 3-12-2020
Michael Kiser and Ben Zigterman talk to University of Illinois chancellor Robert Jones at the UI trustees meeting on 3-12-2020. The chancellor talks about the school's response to the coronavirus and ongoing talks of a mascot.
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PODCAST: President Donald Trump speech on coronavirus 3-11-2020
President Donald Trump announces travel restrictions and other measures during an address on the coronavrius on 3-11-2020.
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PODCAST: Waco siege survivor David Thibodeau 9-3-19
WDWS reporter Tim Ditman talks with David Thibodeau, survivor of the 1993 FBI siege of the Branch Davidians cult compound in Waco, Texas. Thibodeau will speak at next month's Dark History and Horror Convention in Champaign.
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PODCAST: Nichole Millage talks Parapan American Games 8-14-19
Champaign's Nichole Millage, a member of the USA sitting volleyball team, talks with WDWS's Tim Ditman about an upcoming competition, the Parapan American Games in Peru. The games are a tune up for the 2020 Paralympics, which will be Millage's…
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PODCAST: Yingying Zhang news conference 8-7-19
The family of Yingying Zhang and their attorneys Steve Beckett and Zhidong Wang hold a news conference on the location of her remains.
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NEWS: Champaign man gets 65 years in 2018 murder near downtown
With what amounts to a life sentence on the table, it was all over but the tears for a Champaign man convicted of shooting and killing another near downtown last year. Tim Ditman has more.
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NEWS: state cites two businesses for Boneyard leak
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has cited two companies tied to an April fuel spill into the Boneyard Creek in Urbana. Tim Ditman has more.
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PODCAST: Col. Royal Mortenson 6-8-19
Illinois Fire Service Institute Director Royal Mortenson talks about this weekend's fire college.
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PODCAST: Chicago Fire's Tony Ferraris 6-8-19
Tony Ferraris, a real-life Chicago firefighter who plays himself on the TV show Chicago Fire, visited the Illinois Fire Service Institute's Fire College this weekend.
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PODCAST: Chicago Fire's Kara Killmer 6-8-19
Actress Kara Killmer, who plays Sylvie Brett on Chicago Fire, visited the Illinois Fire Service Institute's Fire College this weekend.
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PODCAST: Chicago Fire's David Eigenberg 6-8-19
Actor David Eigenberg, who plays Christopher Herrmann on Chicago Fire, visited the Illinois Fire Service Institute's Fire College this weekend.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: CBS D-Day report 6-6-44
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PODCAST: Robert Mueller address 5-29-19
Special counsel Robert Mueller addresses the media on 5-29-19. Audio and photo via CBS News.
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NEWS: Yingying Zhang case recap
After months of delays, a trial that's captivated the community and gotten worldwide attention starts today. Jury selection begins this morning in the trial of Brendt Christensen. He's accused of kidnapping and killing visiting University of Illinois scholar…
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NEWS: Champaign police modify body cameras policy after complaint
Champaign police have revised their policy for officer-worn body cameras after a woman claimed she was unlawfully recorded. It's a policy change you'll hear about if you're on the phone with an officer. Tim Ditman has more.
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NEWS: Shoen Russell murder trial opening statements
Testimony continues today in day one of a trial stemming from a fatal Champaign shooting last year. Tim Ditman reports on attorneys' opening statements where the defense admitted to the shooting but painted the dead man as the…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Straight Talk on the 9-11 attacks
Diane Ducey hosts an episode of Straight Talk on 9-29-01. The program features area kids talking about important issues. This episode focuses on the 9-11 attacks. The panelists are Amanda Schoonover, Harvin Sethi, and Kayanna Hunter.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Ralph Langenheim recalls D-Day 6-6-14
Scott Beatty talks to D-Day veteran and former Champaign County Board member Ralph Langenheim on 6-6-14.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: D-Day panel discussion 6-6-84
A panel discussion on D-Day broadcast by WDWS on June 6, 1984. Jim Turpin is the moderator. Panelists include Ray Hays, Dick NcNattin, Denzil Dees, Claude Ringer, and Jim Meyers. Audio via the Champaign County Archives at the Urbana Free…
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PODCAST: Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton 4-25-19
Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton speaks to UI journalism students on 4-25-19. Stratton is a 1987 UI journalism graduate.
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Dave Loane through the years
As heard Friday morning on WDWS, after 31-years calling Illini sports our Dave Loane is retiring in August. Tim Ditman has some of the highlights from the man who’s announced more orange and blue contests than anyone. The 60 year-old Loane…
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PODCAST: wrestling legend Jake 'The Snake' Roberts 4-16-19
WDWS pro wrestling correspondent Tim Ditman talks with WWE hall of famer Jake "The Snake" Roberts about his one man show in Champaign on April 22nd.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Illini baseball clinches Big Ten - 5/14/15
Dave Loane has the call as Illini baseball beats Nebraska 6-3 to clinch the Big Ten championship.
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Collar & Elbow Tie-Up Podcast Episode Three: Wrestlemania 35
Tim Ditman and Colin Likas preview Wrestlemania 35.
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PODCAST: Election Night interview with Deb Feinen 4-2-19
Michael Kiser, Scott Beatty and Tim Ditman talk with Champaign Mayor Deb Feinen following her re-election to office on consolidated election night 2019.
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PODCAST: Election Night interview with Kathy Richards 4-2-19
Tim Ditman, Scott Beatty and Michael Kiser discuss topics of interest in the consolidated 2019 election with Champaign Unit 4 school board member Kathy Richards.
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PODCAST: Election Night interview with John Dimit 4-2-19
Michael Kiser caught up with Urbana school board president John Dimit during consolidated election day 2019.
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PODCAST: Election Night interview with Alicia Beck 4-2-19
Michael Kiser, Tim Ditman and Scott Beatty chat with Champaign City Council member Alicia Beck on consolidated election night 2019.
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