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Elections
1 year ago
UPDATE: Champaign City Council condemns actions of fellow councilman featuring a swastika

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign City Council member Davion Williams faced backlash on […]

Elections
1 year ago
Champaign City Council member faces backlash posting swastika on Facebook

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.

Community
1 year ago
Help Cheese, the Pekin duck, heal from a hawk attack

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. 

IL State News
1 year ago
Child support program marks 50 years of serving Illinois families

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Child Support Services Program (ICSSP) is celebrating […]

News
1 year ago
Nebraska upsets #18 Illinois with 80-74 overtime win

Nebraska (13-8, 3-7) defeated #18 Illinois (14-7, 6-5) 80-74 in overtime, snapping the Illini’s nine-game win streak over the Huskers. The loss also broke Illinois’ three-game win streak at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

News
1 year ago
Urbana Fire Department says gas odor detected on campus is not a threat

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – After the Urbana Fire Department responded to reports of […]

Community
1 year ago
CU Sunrise Rotary Club to host Karaoke Night

The CU Sunrise Rotary Club is hosting a Karaoke Night! The event will take place on Thursday, February 6, at Jupiter’s at the Crossing, starting at 5:30 p.m. The Rotary Club is currently looking for singers to join in the fun. If you’re interested in performing, be sure to get your application in soon!

Education
1 year ago
Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation announces 2025 Distinguished Alumni honorees

The Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) has unveiled the 2025 Distinguished Alumni honorees, recognizing individuals whose accomplishments, character, and contributions serve as inspiration to students and the broader community.

Crime
1 year ago
Champaign County Sheriff’s office 2024 annual report highlights key achievements

Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman has released the 2024 Annual Report for the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office, offering a comprehensive overview of the department’s activities, statistics, and accomplishments over the past year. This report, a tradition since Heuerman took office, highlights notable trends in crime, arrests, and traffic enforcement.

Community
1 year ago
Parkland College hosts Women of Impact Scholarship celebration luncheon

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Leaders in the community and at Parkland College joined […]