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City of Urbana to introduce Alternative Response Task Force with October 6 presentation
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — In partnership with the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP), will formally launch the Alternative Response…
Illini set for challenging 2025–26 Big Ten run: League schedule now official
Illinois to open conference play Dec. 9 at Ohio State; new Big Ten rivals on tap.
Pritzker to MSNBC: Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel is ‘dangerous’
"Everybody should be saying that ABC should reverse their decision," said Pritzker.
Monthly cash payments show limited impact on couple relationships, U of I study finds.
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A new study from the U of I found that giving monthly cash payments to…
1 week ago in Sports
Clayton Kershaw to retire after 18 seasons with Dodgers, making final start Friday
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw will retire at the end of this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced Thursday.
Chambana Film Society returns with Cinesonic Music Festival and weekly screenings
The Cinesonic Music Film Festival features five screenings dedicated to exploring the relationship between film and music.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
American Express Platinum Card gets pricier and adds new perks, including a $400 dining credit
The Platinum Card is getting shinier and pricier. American Express' latest update to its high-end Platinum Card, unveiled Thursday, comes with a lot more perks, including a $400 credit for dining out, and a lofty annual fee of $895.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
Kimmel’s future hangs in balance after ABC suspends his late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments
Jimmy Kimmel's television future hung in the balance Thursday after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host's comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, leaving the network's parent company to decide whether supporting him is worth the risk to its business.
Cows in the classroom: Mobile Dairy Classroom and Calf Adoption Program Coming to Champaign County
At the heart of the program is Louise, a beautiful Jersey cow, who will be the star of 24 live milking demonstrations across the county.
Central and Centennial High Schools named among best high schools in Illinois
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Thursday, Champaign Unit 4 School District announced that both Central High School and Centennial…
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Tommy, a grey tabby who checked out every corner of the WIXY studio
He has several siblings and is so playful that you should take two of them.
Carle Health flu clinics to return for 2025 flu season
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — With flu season right around the corner, Carle Health is hosting several community influenza (flu)…
Urbana teen arrested for alleged school shooting threat
Police say 17-year-old made verbal threat off school grounds; no weapons found, no immediate danger to students.
Urbana High School Homecoming Parade to cause temporary road closures Friday
Brief street closures expected between 3:30 and 4 PM on September 19 along parade route.
Parkland trustees approve FY26 budget, campus upgrades amid $2M deficit
Board greenlights major structural improvements, appoints new peace officer, and honors faculty and staff excellence.
Champaign to host Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference at Parkland College
City officials, community leaders to gather Sept. 20 for full-day event on mental health equity and support.
Champaign man sentenced to 60 years for execution-style murder in 2023 shooting
William Wesley convicted in killing of Marcus Catchings Jr.; motive linked to stolen cannabis and vehicle.
IDOT to cover traffic lights at Century and Sangamon in Rantoul starting September 22
RANTOUL, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department of Transportation announced on Wednesday that traffic lights at the intersection of…
Student season tickets sell out in just 18 minutes
Illinois students snap up men’s basketball season tickets in record time for fifth straight year.
Champaign County Sheriff’s Office investigating St. Joseph Middle School teacher for displaying explicit images
ST. JOSEPH, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Champaign County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Wednesday that it is investigating an incident…
