News
10 months ago
Champaign-Urbana responds to tornado warnings Friday as severe weather hits Midwest

The NWS warning indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado, with “quarter-size hail” reported in the area near the Village of Pesotum, roughly 14 miles south of Champaign-Urbana.

Crime
10 months ago
Aggravated unlawful possession of a handgun (Under 21) driving under the influence of alcohol

Officers arrived and learned the male driver ran into the woods west of the crash site. Witnesses provided a clear and accurate description of the suspect which allowed the officers to check the woods.

Crime
10 months ago
Danville teen arrested for possessing loaded firearm after attempting to flee from police

An 18-year-old Danville man was arrested on multiple charges Wednesday evening after attempting to flee from police during a routine patrol.

Crime
10 months ago
Danville woman arrested on firearm and drug charges after traffic stop

A Danville woman was arrested late Friday evening following a traffic stop that uncovered a stolen firearm and illegal substances. At around 9:45 p.m. on March 14, officers from the Danville Police Department’s Community Housing Unit (C.H.U.) stopped a vehicle in the area of W. English and N. Walnut Streets for a registration violation.

Crime
10 months ago
Man accused of killing two women in Urbana hit-and-run indicted by Grand Jury

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – 29-year-old Julio Bol, accused of killing two women in […]

News
10 months ago
Maryland dominates Illinois 88-65 in Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Chambana Today) – In a tough Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinal matchup, #11 […]

Crime
10 months ago
Two-month-old infant dies following multi-vehicle crash in Urbana

A two-month-old baby has passed away following a multi-vehicle crash in Urbana on Thursday night. The crash occurred at the intersection of Philo Road and Colorado Avenue, involving four vehicles, including a Chrysler Pacifica with a mother and her three children as passengers.

News
10 months ago
Four fire departments tackled field fire near Rising and Windsor Roads

A field fire that began as a controlled burn spread unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, prompting a swift response from four local fire departments in Champaign County. The Champaign Fire Department arrived on the scene near Rising and Windsor Roads just after noon, where the blaze had consumed about 10 acres of land. It took approximately an hour and a half to contain the fire, which posed a potential threat to nearby structures.

Business
10 months ago
The Burrito Lab brings fresh, authentic flavors to Champaign

A new restaurant in the heart of Champaign is creating fresh, authentic burritos, desserts, and walking tacos. The Burrito Lab, located at 209 E. University, is quickly becoming a go-to spot for those craving delicious, hand-crafted Mexican fare made from scratch.

Community
10 months ago
Danville school district opens laundry room for families in need

The Danville School District has launched a new initiative to support families experiencing hardships, including homelessness. A brand-new laundry room, located inside Mark Denman Elementary School, is now available for families in need, offering free access to washing and drying facilities to help students attend school with clean clothes.