In January, Chambana Today reported on a series of incidents and crime-related issues across Champaign, Vermilion, Iroquois, and Piatt counties. Below is a summary of the major stories covered by our newsroom throughout the month:
The Champaign County African American Heritage Trail, launched in 2020, offers a self-guided exploration of the region’s rich African American history.
The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Team is offering a free Hands-Only CPR training session on Saturday, February 8, to help equip community members with the knowledge and skills needed to save lives in emergencies.
Emergency responders from the Savoy Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office arrived at the scene to provide assistance. McAfee, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle and not wearing a seatbelt, was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Illinois denied Maryland coach Brenda Frese her 600th victory at the school. Maryland has lost four of five while Illinois has won four in a row. Bryant finished with 20 points.
Will Riley ignited a second-half surge, scoring 20 of his 24 points to help No. 18 Illinois rally from an 11-point deficit and secure an 87-79 win over Ohio State on Sunday.
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign City Council member Davion Williams faced backlash on […]
Champaign City Council member Davion Williams is facing significant criticism after updating his Facebook profile picture to a swastika earlier today. The symbol, widely associated with hate and violence due to its use by Nazi Germany, sparked outrage among community members who quickly condemned the post.
Cheese, a Pekin duck, had a rough start in life. Abandoned around Easter last year at a retention basin, she was malnourished, over-mated, and struggling to survive. An Urbana resident stepped in to rescue her, and after a long journey, Cheese finally found a safe, loving home.
SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Child Support Services Program (ICSSP) is celebrating […]
