Crime
10 months ago
Stabbing incident in Champaign leads to arrest

A man was stabbed in an incident on Saturday morning near the 800 block of Crescent Drive. The Champaign Police Department responded to a report of an armed suspect at approximately 11:28 a.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered the male victim, who had suffered a stab wound.

IL State News
10 months ago
Illinois laws aim to improve childcare workforce and simplify gym membership cancellations

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – Two new Illinois laws, effective starting in 2025, are making […]

News
10 months ago
U of I residence halls see rise in fire incidents

The university’s latest annual fire-safety report, which follows the Higher Education Opportunity Act, revealed that between 2021 and 2023, seven intentional and seven unintentional fires occurred in residence halls. Of the unintentional fires, six were cooking-related, a common issue across campus.

Crime
10 months ago
Danville man arrested for possessing loaded handgun during traffic stop

A routine traffic stop early Friday morning led to the arrest of a rural Oakwood man on multiple charges, including illegal possession of a loaded handgun.

IL State News
10 months ago
Illinois lawmakers consider easing name change requirements

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – Illinois lawmakers are expected to consider legislation in early […]

Community
10 months ago
Curbside U-Cycle routes delayed this week due to holiday

Residents who rely on the curbside U-Cycle recycling program are being notified of schedule changes this week due to the holiday season.

Community
10 months ago
Twins born on Christmas morning at OSF Healthcare in Danville

OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville welcomed twins on Christmas day.

News
10 months ago
Champaign City Council member Davion Williams apologizes for comments during meeting

After being accused of antisemitism by some in the community, Champaign City Council member Davion Williams has apologized for his comments from last week’s city council meeting.

Food Scene
10 months ago
Epic Burger: Serving up “a more mindful burger” in Champaign

Epic Burger, a Chicago-born burger chain established in 2008, has grown to 11 locations throughout Illinois, offering communities a healthier, more sustainable dining experience.

News
10 months ago
New gene editing tool shows promise in Alzheimer’s research

A groundbreaking gene editing tool developed by researchers at the University of Illinois is showing promise in reducing the formation of amyloid-beta plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease.