Brett Adkisson, owner of Savior Roofing in Tuscola, says early detection is critical when it comes to roof damage. Waiting too long can lead to water leaks, mold, drywall damage, and costly repairs. “We want to catch damage early to prevent leaking that leads to much bigger issues,” he said. Common causes of damage in Central Illinois include high winds, hail, and seasonal storms that can blow off shingles or damage soft metal trim around the house.
A 22-year-old Danville man has died following a motorcycle crash in Danville Township on Saturday afternoon.
A 21-year-old man is recovering in the hospital after being shot while driving through an alley near the 1400 block of Clock Street late Saturday night, June 7.
The Champaign Farmers Market is returning to its former home at the corner of Neil and Washington, now nestled beside the city’s newly completed Downtown Plaza. Beginning Tuesday, June 10, the market—hosted by The Land Connection—will take place every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. through October 28.
OSF HealthCare has announced a major transformation aimed at strengthening care delivery across east central Illinois. As part of the changes, OSF HealthCare Heart of Mary Medical Center in Urbana and OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville will merge into a single hospital operating across two campuses, effective January 1, 2026, pending regulatory approval.
CHICAGO, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) approved a wide range […]
Friday night brings a 30% chance of early showers before turning partly cloudy with lows near 59. Saturday will be partly sunny with a 50% chance of showers in the afternoon and a high around 79. Rain and possible thunderstorms continue into Saturday night with a low of 61. Sunday stays mostly sunny, but a 30% chance of showers returns after 1 p.m. Highs reach near 80 with breezy west winds.
Former Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley (GCMS) eighth-grade teacher and coach, Robert Dinkins, was arrested Thursday in Macon, Georgia on six counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. The charges stem from an ongoing investigation launched earlier this year following allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student.
Two Central Illinois men were arrested Wednesday morning in Paxton on cocaine-related charges following a police raid. Authorities say 31-year-old Zonte L. Portis of Paxton and 47-year-old Armoane L. Larkins of Rantoul were taken into custody for possession of a controlled substance—between 15 and 100 grams of cocaine, a Class 1 felony. Portis faces an additional Class X felony for possession with intent to deliver.
Six first responders were recognized with EMS awards by the Urbana Fire Department for their life-saving efforts during a cardiac arrest call in April.
