News
10 months ago
Weekend Weather: Sunny, breezy weekend ahead after chance of overnight storms

Expect a chance of showers and thunderstorms early tonight, tapering off by 1 a.m. Skies will then clear, with overnight lows around 58°F. Winds will stay brisk from the west-southwest at 13 to 17 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. Saturday will be sunny and breezy, with highs near 74°F and west winds up to 20 mph, gusting to 28 mph. Saturday night brings mostly clear skies and a low around 53°F. Sunday continues the sunny trend, warming up to 77°F with calmer north-northwest winds around 6 mph — a beautiful end to the weekend.

Education
10 months ago
Unit 4 school board approves new principals in unanimous vote

The Champaign Unit 4 School District has officially named two new principals — both internal candidates long recommended by district leadership.

News
10 months ago
Champaign County faces severe weather threat tonight

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign County is under a Tornado Watch until 10:00 […]

News
10 months ago
Fire quickly contained in Champaign home on Campbell Drive

The Champaign Fire Department swiftly responded to a residential fire Thursday afternoon in the 2500 block of Campbell Drive. The fire, which broke out at approximately 2:08 p.m., was quickly brought under control by responding crews.

Community
10 months ago
Boil order issued in parts of Mansfield following water main break

Residents in Mansfield are under a boil order due to a water main break affecting the 100 and 200 blocks of East Illinois Street. Until further notice, people in the affected area are advised to boil tap water before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or washing dishes.

News
10 months ago
Pet of the Week: Meet Luna, the dog who loves everyone and everything (and she’s small)

Luna is a cuddly, one-year old Patterdale/Terrier mix.  She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped and weighs a mere 16 lbs. Luna loves people, loves to cuddle and does well with other dogs, cats and children.  Luna is the whole package. Foster to adopt is always an option to see if Luna is a good fit with your family and lifestyle.

Entertainment
10 months ago
Miller Holler set to rock The Cadillac in Paxton on May 16

Get ready for a high-energy night as Nashville-based country rock band Miller Holler takes the stage at The Cadillac in Paxton on Friday, May 16 from 8 to 11 p.m. Known for their fiery performances and infectious energy, the band promises a night of both original songs and country rock covers that’ll keep the crowd on their feet.

Community
10 months ago
Urbana Park District welcomes new board members, elects officers

The Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting Tuesday evening, marking a leadership transition with the swearing-in of two new board members, the election of new officers, and heartfelt farewells to two long-serving public servants.

Crime
10 months ago
Body found in Heritage Lake in Rantoul, investigation underway in Rantoul

Authorities in Rantoul are investigating after a body was discovered in Heritage Lake.

News
10 months ago
UI College of Medicine alumnus and civic leader Bryan Traubert appointed to U of I Board of Trustees

The University of Illinois System is welcoming a prominent civic leader, physician, and alumnus to its Board of Trustees. Governor JB Pritzker on Monday appointed Dr. Bryan S. Traubert to serve as a voting trustee through January 2031, pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.