Crime
9 months ago
Champaign County Sheriff’s office 2024 annual report highlights key achievements

Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman has released the 2024 Annual Report for the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office, offering a comprehensive overview of the department’s activities, statistics, and accomplishments over the past year. This report, a tradition since Heuerman took office, highlights notable trends in crime, arrests, and traffic enforcement.

Community
9 months ago
Parkland College hosts Women of Impact Scholarship celebration luncheon

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Leaders in the community and at Parkland College joined […]

IL State News
9 months ago
Illinois House lawmakers file nearly 1,800 bills in just two weeks

Illinois lawmakers have filed nearly 1,800 bills already in the House within just the first two weeks of the legislative session.

News
9 months ago
Illinois dominates Purdue 74-38 while Bostic breaks rebounding record

In a commanding 74-38 victory over Purdue on Monday night at State Farm Center, Illinois not only secured its first win against the Boilermakers since 2021 but also witnessed Kendall Bostic set a new career rebounding record.

News
9 months ago
Fire at 1202 E. Harding Dr. in Urbana contained without injuries

At approximately 05:41 a.m. Monday morning, the Urbana Fire Department responded to a fire alarm activation at 1202 E. Harding Dr., a six-story building. Upon arrival, Engine 252 reported heavy smoke billowing from the fifth floor and declared the situation a working fire. A second alarm was promptly called for additional resources, with C220 arriving on scene shortly after.

News
9 months ago
Illinois men’s basketball legend Efrem Winters dies at 61

Efrem Winters, a legend in Illinois basketball during the 1980s, has passed away at the age of 61 following a prolonged battle with illness. Winters, known for his slam dunks and dominant presence in the post, played a pivotal role in restoring Illinois to national prominence under Coach Lou Henson.

News
9 months ago
Winter roof maintenance tips to protect your home or business

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Winter in central Illinois isn’t easy—on people or on […]

IL State News
9 months ago
Illinois begins accepting 2024 tax returns and joins IRS Direct File Program for free filing

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) announced that it will begin accepting and processing 2024 tax returns today, Monday, January 27, coinciding with the start of the federal income tax filing season.

News
9 months ago
The threat of freezing pipes: A winter warning for homeowners

When temperatures plummet, water in exposed pipes can freeze, leading to ruptures, flooding, and expensive repairs.

News
9 months ago
Firefighters battle blaze in condemned apartment building in Champaign

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a significant fire at a condemned three-story apartment complex in the 2100 block of W. White Street on Saturday, January 25.