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FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.

4 days ago in Sports

Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says

Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month highlighted by candid teen panel discussion

Courage Connection partnered with Champaign County Community Coalition to promote prevention and healthy relationships.

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Three U of I football players to participate in NFL Combine this week

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Three former Illinois Fighting Illini football players will participate in the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine,…

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Portion of Kirby and Prospect to be closed to repair traffic signal

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — On Wednesday, February 25, it was announced that one lane on Kirby Avenue would be…

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Champaign Fire Department extinguishes fire in single-story residence on Wednesday

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Just before noon on Wednesday, February 26, the Champaign Fire Department responded to a residential…

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Champaign Jewelers announces design brunch and spring wedding band weekend

Upcoming events offer custom jewelry redesigns and expanded bridal selections.

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Central Illinois ticket wins $3 million in Mega Millions drawing

Springfield store sells big winner as jackpot climbs to $458 million.

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Budzinski announces $250,000 for Prairie and Weaver Park renovations

Federal funding to support upgrades at Urbana Park District facilities.

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Coalition unveils ‘Home for Good’ legislation aimed at reducing homelessness among returning citizens

Proposal seeks to improve public safety, cut recidivism and save taxpayer dollars through housing and support services.

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Danville man arrested after morning stabbing

Police say suspect taken into custody without incident; victim transported to hospital.

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Illinois guard Gretchen Dolan to miss remainder of season with knee injury

Redshirt sophomore underwent surgery Monday after torn meniscus.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations

Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Takeaways from Trump’s address: Sales mode on economy, heavy on patriotism, dark turn on Democrats

President Donald Trump started in sales mode, using his State of the Union address to deliver an upbeat vision of the U.S. economy. But that portrayal collides with the sentiment of Americans who remain anxious about their finances and feel they haven't benefited from Trump's policies.

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Danville’s Got Talent: Battle of the Best is back!

DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) — Nine Performers, four head-to-head battle rounds, where four performers will advance to the Solo rounds.…

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Are expensive shampoos worth it? Here’s what the experts have to say

Ornate packaging paired with enticing advertisements that claim expensive shampoos are elixirs to all hair woes can leave one wondering: Are the higher prices really worth it? Should I abandon my $8 drugstore mainstay for a $42 premium brand?

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HUD Secretary Scott Turner to visit Champaign County for national housing announcement

Press conference set for February 27 focusing on public housing self-sufficiency initiatives.

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Urbana woman arrested in string of apartment burglaries

Police say 27-year-old linked to at least five incidents at West University Avenue complex.

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ACES celebrates 150 years of the Morrow Plots

Nation’s oldest continuously operating agricultural research field reaches milestone at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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Champaign Police host Coffee with a Cop on March 11

Community invited to meet officers and share concerns at The Caffeine Rx.

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3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Eddie Vedder turns solo vulnerability into a powerful plea in Netflix’s ‘Matter of Time’

The first time Eddie Vedder toured without Pearl Jam, he made some glaring mistakes onstage and felt discouraged. A few shows later, he ran into Bruce Springsteen, who told him that performing solo is terrifying but that vulnerability can be a force to harness.

3 days ago in Entertainment

30 years after Pokémon’s release, fans are still trying to catch ’em all

In the 30 years since Pokémon debuted in Japan with the 1996 release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green for Nintendo Game Boy, the franchise has taken over the globe with its animated shows, mobile games and highly coveted trading cards. Its popularity continues with fans young and old.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role

Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of "Oldboy" and "No Other Choice," will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday.

4 days ago in Trending, World

FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations

Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.