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News
10 months ago
Multiple injuries reported in two separate crashes on Kirby Avenue

At least four people were transported to the hospital following two separate vehicle crashes along Kirby Avenue in Champaign on Sunday afternoon, according to the Champaign Fire Department.

News
10 months ago
Ticks on the rise: Urbana Park District urges visitors to be “tick aware”

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – The Urbana Park District has issued a public warning […]

Entertainment
10 months ago
High drama hits Urbana: Reefer Madness musical lights up the Canopy Club

The Canopy Club is about to get a little hazier—and a lot more hilarious. “Reefer Madness: The Musical,” presented by The Dispensary, is coming to town for four performances from July 11–13.

Community
10 months ago
Online registration opens for August 9 Household Hazardous Waste Collection in Champaign

The Illinois EPA will sponsor a free one-day Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event in Champaign County on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The event is open to all Illinois residents and will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the State Farm Center’s southwest parking lot off Saint Mary’s Road.

Community
10 months ago
Champaign County Freedom Celebration adds sensory-friendly activity to promote inclusion

This year’s Champaign County Freedom Celebration will be more inclusive than ever, thanks to a new sensory-friendly activity sponsored by the City’s Equity and Engagement Department. As part of its ongoing mission to foster equity and inclusion in public spaces, the department has partnered with That Kid Place, a mobile sensory museum, to create a welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities, including those with autism and other disabilities.

Crime
10 months ago
Danville man arrested after crashing stolen SUV during police chase

A 29-year-old Danville man was taken into custody Thursday morning, July 3, after crashing a stolen SUV during a police pursuit that began shortly after the vehicle was reported stolen.

Crime
10 months ago
17-year-old Danville juvenile arrested on multiple gun charges including possession of machine gun

A 17-year-old juvenile is facing multiple serious charges after being arrested Wednesday afternoon, July 2, 2025, in connection with a firearm-related incident in Danville.

Crime
10 months ago
Champaign man sentenced to 18 years for 2024 sexual assaults

A 26-year-old Champaign man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman in two separate incidents that occurred in early 2024.

Community
10 months ago
Lane closures remain on key highways in District 5 during Independence Day travel surge

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – As thousands of Illinoisans hit the roads for the […]

Community
10 months ago
Champaign Public Works launches Brightly Citizen Portal for infrastructure requests

As of July 1, the City of Champaign Public Works Department is officially switching to the Brightly Citizen Portal, a streamlined platform for residents to request or report infrastructure-related services. The new system replaces SeeClickFix, which will only be monitored through July 8.