Business
9 months ago
Epic Burger celebrates Hallie Grossman’s legacy with a kindness campaign

Epic Burger, located at 1305 S. Neil Street in Champaign, is inviting the community to participate in an initiative in honor of Hallie Grossman, the daughter of the CEO who passed away.

news
9 months ago
Illinois Department of Public Health launches dashboard to address violent deaths and firearm injuries

In an effort to combat the ongoing public health crisis of firearm violence, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has introduced a new, data-driven tool aimed at providing in-depth insights into violent deaths and firearm-related injuries across the state.

Business
9 months ago
Improving indoor air quality for a healthier winter: Expert tips from Lanz Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Underground Solutions

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA (Chambana Today) – As the winter chill settles in, many families spend more […]

News
9 months ago
Mahomet residents reject proposed truck stop due to environmental concerns

The proposed Travel America truck stop in Mahomet has been officially withdrawn after facing significant opposition from local residents. The application to build the facility, which would have generated tax revenue for the village, was pulled, and the village board will no longer consider the project.

News
9 months ago
No. 22 Michigan State beats Illinois women’s basketball at the State Farm Center

No. 22 Michigan State women’s basketball beat Illinois 86-68 on Sunday at the State Farm Center. The Spartans secured their third straight victory and their second consecutive Big Ten road win, improving to 15-3 overall and 5-2 in conference play.

News
9 months ago
No. 12 Michigan State edges No. 19 Ilinois in 80-78 Big Ten clash

EAST LANSING, MI (Chambana Today) – No. 12 Michigan State narrowly defeated No. 19 […]

Education
9 months ago
Campus Middle School for Girls to host an Open House on February 5

Campus Middle School for Girls invites prospective students and their families to attend its upcoming Open House event on Tuesday, February 5. The event will take place from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM on the school’s campus, located at 108 S. Webber Street, Urbana. 

Crime
9 months ago
20-year-old woman killed in high-speed crash at Urbana intersection; driver flees scene

In the early hours of Sunday, January 19, 2025, a fatal collision occurred at the intersection of University Avenue and Coler Avenue in Urbana, leaving one dead and others injured.

IL State News
9 months ago
Illinois State Board of Education approves budget request amid projected revenue shortfall

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has approved a budget request of nearly $11.4 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, marking a 4.6% increase from the previous year.

IL State News
9 months ago
Former Illinois Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike fined $150,000 for ethics violation

Former Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, Dr. Ngozi Ezike, has been fined $150,000 for violating the state’s anti-corruption law. Ezike, who led Illinois’ health policy during the COVID-19 pandemic, breached the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act’s “revolving door” provision in 2022 by accepting a position as CEO of Sinai Chicago, a hospital in Chicago’s West Side.