Education
1 year ago
Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation hosting first “We are the Schools Music Fest”

The Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) is gearing up for its inaugural “We Are the Schools Music Fest,” a unique event designed to celebrate the local school community, music scene, and the people who make a difference in education.

Crime
1 year ago
Danville man arrested on first-degree murder charge in December shooting death

Derrell L. Boston, a 28-year-old man from Danville, was arrested early Friday morning on a warrant for First-Degree Murder in connection to the shooting death of 35-year-old Joseph Jones.

Illinois men's basketball coach Brad Underwood talks about the improvements within the team.
News
1 year ago
Illinois men’s basketball moves up to 13th in AP Poll after successful pacific northwest trip

The Illinois men’s basketball team has risen to No. 13 in the latest Associated Press poll, marking a major leap after a dominant showing on their Pacific Northwest road trip.

News
1 year ago
City of Urbana sidewalk snow removal requirement now in effect

The Urbana Public Works Director has declared the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in effect for the Downtown, University, and South Philo Road snow removal districts.

IL State News
1 year ago
Part of I-57 closed in Champaign County after truck crosses median

(CHAMPAIGN, IL) – A section of I-57 northbound was shut down Monday morning after […]

Crime
1 year ago
Danville police arrest suspect after Sunday shooting incident

On Sunday, January 5 at around 4:30 p.m., Danville Police officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 900 block of Martin Street. Witnesses reported seeing individuals running from the area after the gunfire.

News
1 year ago
Fighting Illini women fall to Minnesota in road matchup

The Fighting Illini women’s basketball team came up short against Minnesota, falling 68-61 at Williams Arena on Sunday afternoon. Despite the loss, Illinois had strong individual performances with three players scoring in double figures.

Community
1 year ago
“Weather Closings” tab active on Chambana Today

The Chambana Today site is active on to announce live weather-related closures providing residents with up-to-date information as winter weather impacts the area.

News
1 year ago
#22 Illinois tops Washington, 81-77, to extend win streak

SEATTLE, WA (Chambana Today) – The #22 Illinois Fighting Illini secured an 81-77 victory […]

News
1 year ago
Central Illinois prepares for winter storm with regional closures and emergency plans

Public services and organizations have implemented closures and emergency measures to ensure safety.