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Event poster advertising a Reading and Q&A with Nico Lang for 'American Teenager'; man wearing a hat on a yellow panel with event details and a QR code in the corner.
Community
12 hours ago
LGBTQ+ journalist and author to hold book reading and Q&A in Champaign in May

Nico Lang, author of “American Teenager,” will hold a book reading and Q&A at New Covenant Fellowship in Champaign next month, documenting the lives of transgender teens across seven states.

Neon sign for Harvest Moon Drive-In with a marquee reading 'Now Open Weekends! Friday & Saturday Nights'.
Community
13 hours ago
Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In opens for the season this weekend

The Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In in Gibson City is open this weekend and every Friday and Saturday in April, with gates opening at 6:30 p.m. and movies starting around 8:00 p.m.

Large inflatable gray monster with red spots and claws, outdoors near a wooden structure; four people stand behind a chain-link fence.
Business
14 hours ago
Local union calls out Unity Construction for paying substandard wages at Victoria Point project

IBEW Local 601 protests against Masters Bros., Inc., accusing the company of undermining wages and benefits for electrical workers in the area.

Smiling man with glasses wearing a light blue plaid blazer and lavender shirt outdoors, portrait-style.
Community
14 hours ago
Champaign psychiatrist named 2026 Exemplary Psychiatrist by National Mental Health Alliance

Dr. Raymond Garcia of Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Champaign has been named a 2026 Exemplary Psychiatrist by the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Woman and young girl craft colorful round badges at an outdoor community table.
Community
15 hours ago
Hundreds celebrate inclusion at the annual Best Buddies Friendship Walk in Champaign

Students, educators, and community members gathered for a day of connection, fun, and support for students of all abilities at Edison Middle School.

Smoke alarm components (red alarm unit, white base) and a smoke detector resting on architectural blueprints, suggesting fire safety planning.
Community
16 hours ago
The Danville Fire Department to give out free smoke alarms to residents

DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) — The Danville Fire Department wants to ensure that every home […]

Community
19 hours ago
Community blood drive and family fun event set for May 6 in champaign

Illinois men’s rugby club, DREAAM, and Perkins Restaurant team up to save lives and entertain families.

Person in a red sweater sits reading an energy bill with blue charts at home.
Community
20 hours ago
Ameren hosting community workshops for income-qualified residents

Attendees can learn about clean energy programs and earn a $200 energy credit.

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