CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Staying on top of east central Illinois news just got easier. Google recently launched a new feature that allows people to set their preferred news sources in search results. By adding Chambana Today as one of your favorites, you’ll see more of our stories highlighted in Google’s Top Stories section and in a dedicated “From your sources” tab when you search.

Add Chambana Today in one step: click here to open Google’s Preferred Sources page, type ChambanaToday in the search bar, then select it from the results. That’s it—ChambanaToday is now set as your preferred news source.

Why it matters

Choosing ChambanaToday as a preferred source means you’ll get more of the local stories that impact your daily life — from city council updates and traffic alerts to community events and weather forecasts. It’s a way to cut through the noise of national headlines and make sure Champaign/Vermilion/Piatt/Ford County news stays front and center.

For more local coverage, download the free ChambanaToday app, sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media to stay connected with the latest breaking news in and around Champaign-Urbana.

Google’s new feature is about putting the power back in readers’ hands. By selecting ChambanaToday as your preferred source, you’ll never miss the stories that matter most in Champaign County and the surrounding areas.

Extra Tips

• Sign in to your Google account first so your preference carries across devices and browsers.
• Don’t see Top stories? Try a different query that’s clearly news-related (e.g., “Champaign crash,” “Vermilion County boil water,” “Tornado expected”).
• Want the official explainer? Read Google’s announcement and step-by-step guide, here.

Two taps and you’ll see more ChambanaToday wherever you search local news. Add us here: Source preferences.