IL State News
8 months ago
Pritzker blocks autism data sharing with feds, cites privacy and rights concerns

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order Wednesday preventing state agencies from collecting or sharing data about autism with the federal government, unless it is legally or medically required.

News
8 months ago
Fire at Urbana elementary school contained quickly; no injuries reported

A small fire broke out at Dr. Preston Williams Elementary School in Urbana Wednesday evening, prompting a swift response from local fire crews.

IL State News
8 months ago
Chicago celebrates as Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Prevost was born in a suburb of Chicago. He will now be known as Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff in history. The news has sparked celebration across Illinois, with public officials and Catholic institutions alike expressing pride and joy.

News
8 months ago
Pet of the Week: Meet Bandit, the affectionate, purring machine

Bandit is a young, 1 1/2-year-old, male, domestic short-haired cat.  He’s a handsome, friendly tuxedo cat and seems pretty chill.   Bandit came from Sangamon County Animal Control with some of his housemates (Hershey, Tilly and KitKat).

Crime
8 months ago
Man in fatal hit-and-run indicted for using false U.S. identity documents

A man charged in a hit-and-run that claimed the lives of two young women is now facing federal charges for possessing fraudulent documents identifying him as a U.S. citizen.

News
8 months ago
Paralympic champion Nichole Millage to deliver keynote at Parkland College’s 2025 commencement

Retired U.S. Paralympian Nichole Millage will headline Parkland College’s 2025 Commencement Exercises with a keynote address on Thursday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts in Urbana.

Crime
9 months ago
Rafael Magdaleno-Mendoza denied pretrial release, preliminary hearing set for May 28

Rafael Magdaleno-Mendoza was denied pretrial release during a detention hearing held Wednesday in Champaign County court. The judge determined that continued detention was warranted, citing public safety concerns and flight risk factors.

Crime
9 months ago
Danville Police seek information after 75-year-old woman shot in her home

The Danville Police Department is asking for the public’s help after a 75-year-old woman was shot in her home Monday evening.

Community
9 months ago
Joanne Lane to close for Garden Hills Phase 3 construction starting May 12

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Construction is set to begin Thursday, May 8 on […]

Suspect arrested from early morning Urbana shooting.
Crime
9 months ago
Danville Police arrest 17-year-old on weapons charges after midnight foot chase

A 17-year-old juvenile was arrested early Tuesday morning, April 29, following a foot pursuit with Danville Police near Bowman Avenue and Meadow Street. Officers stopped the individual just after midnight for being underage and out past curfew.