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How to watch Michigan vs Illinois in Week 8
The bye week for the Michigan Wolverines was well needed; a 4-2 start to the season and a loss in Seattle two weeks ago to Washington put them behind in their goals of winning the Big Ten and making the College Football Playoff.
A significantly more difficult second half of the season starts this week. Four of the Wolverines’ final six opponents are currently ranked, and one of the other two is a rivalry matchup with the Michigan State Spartans. Up first is a top-25 contest with the No. 22 Illinois Fighting Illini in Champaign.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch Saturday’s matchup.
No. 24 Michigan Wolverines vs. No. 22 Illinois Fighting Illini
- Day: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
- TV: CBS/Paramount+
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Champaign, Illinois
- Weather: 69 degrees, sunny
- Odds: UM -3 O/U: 42.5
Bret Bielema has this program playing some solid football. Illinois has played up to its competition, beating two ranked opponents, Kansas and Nebraska, as underdogs. It also took a one-possession game into the fourth quarter against Penn State in Happy Valley just two weeks ago.
Opinions of the Fighting Illini shifted after a close call with Purdue last weekend went into overtime. The Boilermakers mounted a comeback from a 27-3 deficit and were a failed two-point conversion away from pulling off the upset.
Jack Tuttle will make his first start of the season for an offense looking for answers. The Wolverines should also come into this contest healthier than they were in that loss to Washington with Derrick Moore, Dom Guidice, and Myles Hinton all hopeful to be healthy enough to suit up. The Wolverines must be better on offense than the last time we saw them to win this game.
Defensively, some changes to happen. Under Wink Martindale, what was once a vaunted Michigan defense has become mediocre with much of the same talent. Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer has been a huge reason for their success. He’s taken care of the football with a 14-1 touchdown/interception ratio and completing 67.7 percent of his passes. That’s helped Illinois be ranked the No. 33 team in the country converting on third down (45.3 percent). That’s been a major source of concern for this Michigan defense all season long, so stopping drives will be paramount.
After nearly 100 points in Illinois’ game last week, and a full contest with Tuttle at quarterback, I feel like there will be points aplenty in this one, too. I’ll be putting some money on the over on a fairly low total at 42.5, and I suspect it will be very close.
The play: O42.5
Other top games in Week 8
The play: NEB +6.5
The play: Over 56.5
Betting Record: 9-13
A woman was found dead near a shopping center in Schaumburg, Illinois early Tuesday, and a man was taken into police custody.
Around 5:25 a.m., Schaumburg police were called to the 100 block of South Roselle Road. They found a woman dead at the scene.
Police said a man was taken into custody at the scene.
The investigation so far indicates that the incident was domestic, and the man and woman knew each other.
Police said the incident was isolated and there was no threat to the public. But there was a large police presence at the scene, and alternate routes were advised.
PRINCETON, Ill. (WMTV) – The Illinois State Patrol is investigating a death after officials found a suspect’s vehicle wanted in connection to a Wisconsin homicide, Illinois State Police reported.
Just before 10 p.m. on December 10, ISP troopers and several other agencies attempted to pull a vehicle over in Princeton, Illinois, that was wanted in a Rock County homicide.
Officials did not specify which Rock Co. case this incident is connected to.
Princeton is about an hour and 45 minutes away from Rock County, Wisconsin.
After the driver did not pull over, police chased the vehicle into the Great Sauk Trail Rest Area on I-80 westbound.
When officers went up to the vehicle, authorities stated the driver was found dead with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Authorities did not identify the driver.
ISP is working with the Bureau County State’s Attorney’s Office in this investigation.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has announced a significant modernization initiative for the Illinois Court of Claims, introducing electronic filing options and remote hearings. This transition replaces the outdated paper-based system, which often delayed case processing and complicated access for claimants. “For too long, the state’s Court of Claims has been forced to rely on outdated, paper-driven processes that made filing a claim slower and more complicated,” Giannoulias said. “By making this a fully digital process, we’re making government more accessible, more transparent and more efficient for the people it serves.”
Starting today, all filings with the Court of Claims will be submitted through a new online e-filing portal. Users can create an account, follow step-by-step instructions, and submit their claims directly through the system. Training videos will be available to assist first-time users. The digital platform allows Illinoisans to manage their claims conveniently, track updates instantly, and receive real-time notifications as their case progresses. It also eliminates the need for mailing multiple paper copies and reduces administrative processing times.
The modernization initiative aligns with broader technology upgrades across the Secretary of State’s office and the Illinois court system. Enabled by HB 1576, sponsored by State Rep. Terra Costa Howard and State Sen. Michael Halpin, the measure authorizes remote hearings and allows the public to file claims, submit evidence, and pay fees online. The Illinois Court of Claims serves as the venue for individuals seeking financial compensation from the state in cases involving state responsibility, including injuries, property damage, and wrongful imprisonment. Improving access and efficiency is crucial for Illinoisans navigating these complex circumstances. Claimants with questions can contact the Court of Claims Clerk’s Office at ClerkofCoC@ilsos.gov or (217) 782-7101.
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