Community
11 months ago
An accident shut down part of I-74 near Mahomet on Friday for seven hours.

Westbound lanes of Interstate 74 were closed for nearly seven hours on Friday following a two-vehicle crash near Mahomet. The accident, which occurred at approximately 4:14 p.m., caused significant traffic disruptions as emergency crews worked to clear the scene.

News
11 months ago
Illinois men’s basketball fell to Tennessee in front of a sold-out crowd

The Fighting Illini fell to No. 1 Tennessee on Saturday at the State Farm Center in Champaign. The Volunteers narrowly escaped with a 66-64 victory, courtesy of a buzzer-beating layup from sixth man Jordan Gainey, keeping their undefeated record intact.

Agriculture
11 months ago
Heart of Gold: Illinois farmer protects WWII secret for 70 years

In a tale that stretches across continents and decades, Donald Faivre, an Illinois farmer, spent 70 years safeguarding a collection of sketches that would eventually return to their rightful owners.

Community
11 months ago
Community rallies to support 8-year-old fighting cancer with fundraiser at Perkins

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – When 8-year-old Kenny McFarland was diagnosed with clear cell […]

Community
11 months ago
Champaign County group kicks off fundraiser for household hazardous waste facility in Urbana

For years, residents of Champaign County have faced the challenge of properly disposing of household hazardous waste such as paint, pesticides, and certain cleaning products.

News
11 months ago
Fall academic all-Big Ten released

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Big Ten Conference has named 82 Illinois student-athletes […]

Crime
11 months ago
Two men arrested in Champaign County after car chase crossing county lines

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Two Champaign County men were arrested Wednesday night after a […]

News
11 months ago
Illinois women’s basketball begins a five-game homestand tonight

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Fighting Illini women’s basketball returns to the State Farm […]

News
11 months ago
Stripe State Farm Center set for Saturday vs. #1 Tennessee

Illinois basketball is gearing up for one of the most anticipated home games of the season as they host the top-ranked Tennessee Volunteers December 16 at the State Farm Center. The game is part of the annual “Stripe State Farm Center” event, and is set to tip off at 4:30 p.m. 

News
11 months ago
Illinois football releases 2025 schedule

The Illinois football team’s 2025 Big Ten schedule has been released, and the Illini will open the season at home on August 30 against Western Illinois. FamILLy Weekend is set for September 13, when Illinois hosts Western Michigan. This popular tradition launched in 2024 with a sellout crowd against Kansas.