News
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Fall academic all-Big Ten released

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

Crime
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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. 

Community
1 year ago
Spreading holiday cheer: Holiday Elf Teen Gift Program brightens teens’ Christmases

 For the past five years, Colleen Dorsla, affectionately known as the “Elf Lady,” has made it her mission to ensure no teen wakes up on Christmas morning without a gift under the tree.