News
10 months ago
Nanoplastics may be making foodborne bacteria more dangerous, study finds

Tiny fragments of plastic known as nanoplastics are turning up everywhere—from drinking water and soil to the food on our plates. Now, new research from the University of Illinois suggests these microscopic particles may be making harmful bacteria like E. coli O157:H7 even more virulent.

Crime
10 months ago
22-year-old hospitalized after overnight shooting in Champaign

A 22-year-old Urbana man is recovering in the hospital after being shot early Saturday morning in a parking lot on the city’s north side, according to the Champaign Police Department.

News
10 months ago
Dust storm causes five-vehicle crash near Fisher, sends four to hospital

A sudden dust storm Friday afternoon contributed to a five-vehicle chain-reaction crash just west of Fisher, leaving four people hospitalized and prompting a response from Illinois State Police Troop 7.

news
10 months ago
Danville’s Sweet Adelines earn 3rd place and membership award at regional competition

The Danville Sweet Adelines took home 3rd place in Division A at the Sweet Adelines Midwest Region #3 Chorus Competition, held May 3 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Suspect arrested from early morning Urbana shooting.
Crime
10 months ago
Armed standoff in Champaign ends peacefully with arrest

An armed individual who barricaded himself inside a residence near the intersection of Halifax and Maynard Drives has been taken into custody without incident, according to the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office.

Crime
10 months ago
SWAT team executes search warrant in Savoy, one arrested in firearm investigation

A Metro SWAT team executed a search warrant Friday on Sunflower Street near Tickseed Avenue in connection with an ongoing firearm investigation, authorities confirmed.

Community
10 months ago
Officers take to the rooftops for Special Olympics Illinois Fundraiser

Dunkin’ locations across Central Illinois hosted law enforcement officers as they climbed onto rooftops for the 22nd annual “Cop on a Rooftop” event, raising funds for Special Olympics Illinois.

Ask The Pros
10 months ago
Lanz Underground Solutions offers pipe replacement advice for aging home systems

Your home’s plumbing isn’t just a convenience—it’s a system that ages over time, often hidden beneath your feet. Jesse Stephens, Underground Solutions Manager at Lanz, says understanding that system is key to avoiding costly damage down the line.

Suspect arrested from early morning Urbana shooting.
Crime
10 months ago
Body found in Heritage Lake; investigation underway

RANTOUL, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign County Coroner Laurie Brauer confirmed Thursday that a […]

News
10 months ago
Felony charge dropped in first trial over pro-Palestine protest at University of Illinois

The first trial connected to pro-Palestine protests at the University of Illinois ended Thursday with a partial acquittal.