Elections
1 year ago
Champaign councilman apologizes for posting swastika, but won’t step down from seat

Dozens of community members spoke on Tuesday night about how they felt after Champaign Councilman Davion Williams posted a swastika on Facebook last Friday. Williams, a representative for District 1, listened as residents, faith leaders, and fellow council members asked him to step down from the council. While Williams publicly apologized and acknowledged the harm he caused, he ultimately refused to step down from his position despite numerous calls to do so.

Business
1 year ago
Ujima Retreat Center: A sanctuary for healing and reconnection

The Center is designed so guests can immerse themselves in nature and recharge, away from the daily pressures of life.

Community
1 year ago
That’s What She Said returns to Parkland College Theatre for a night of storytelling

The highly anticipated production That’s What She Said (TWSS) will return to Parkland College Theatre, at 2400 W. Bradley Avenue in Champaign, on February 8.

Elections
1 year ago
Champaign City Council member apologizes for controversial Facebook post, commits to unity

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – In a apology letter to the community, City Council […]

Community
1 year ago
East-Central Illinois communities rally around local cancer fighters on World Cancer Day

EAST-CENTRAL ILLINOIS (Chambana Today) – February 4 is World Cancer Day, and several local […]

News
1 year ago
University of Washington names Illinois Chancellor Robert J. Jones as next President

The University of Washington (UW) Board of Regents announced on Monday that Robert J. Jones, currently serving as Chancellor at the University of Illinois, has been selected as the institution’s 34th president. His five-year contract will begin on August 1.  Jones’ appointment marks a significant milestone as he becomes the first African American to lead the University of Washington.

News
1 year ago
Genesis Bryant earns Big Ten Co-Player of the Week honors after Illinois’ 3-0 week

Genesis Bryant has been named Big Ten Co-Player of the Week for the third time in her career after leading Illinois to a 3-0 week, including two road wins and the program’s first-ever victory over Maryland. The announcement came on Monday from the Big Ten conference office.

News
1 year ago
Huge honors for Freshmen Illinois men’s basketball players Riley and Jakucionis

Illinois basketball is getting strong performances from its freshman class as Will Riley was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week on Monday, and Kasparas Jakucionis earned a spot on the Oscar Robertson Trophy Midseason Watch List.

News
1 year ago
Urbana firefighters contain blaze at 2017 Philo Road apartment building

At approximately 7:30 a.m. this morning, the Urbana Fire Department responded to a fire at 2017 Philo Road, a three-story apartment building.

Education
1 year ago
High school student journalist will get a behind-the-scenes look at news production

For high school students interested in pursuing journalism, hands-on experience is invaluable. One lucky student in the Champaign-Urbana area will get the chance to learn about online newswriting, as well as radio broadcast news.