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Crime
1 year ago
Champaign County coroner identifies 18-year-old killed in Champaign shooting

The Champaign County Coroner has identified an 18-year-old who was shot and killed in Champaign on January 9. Nicholas M. Griffin, of Champaign, was pronounced dead at 4:28 p.m. that day.

Agriculture
1 year ago
John Deere unveils new autonomous machines to address labor shortages at CES 2025

LAS VEGAS, NV (Chambana Today) – John Deere showcased a series of new autonomous […]

IL State News
1 year ago
Illinois lottery player wins $2.66 million jackpot, plans to help wife retire

An Illinois Lottery player is living the dream after winning a $2.66 million jackpot on the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot Fast Play game.

News
1 year ago
USC Trojans beat No. 13 Illinois, 82-72, in Big Ten clash

The USC Trojans defeated the 13th-ranked Illinois Fighting Illini, 82-72, in a Big Ten Conference battle at State Farm Center on Saturday, January 11.

IL State News
1 year ago
llinoisans can now vote on new state flag designs

Illinois residents now have the opportunity to help decide whether the state should adopt a new flag.

Community
1 year ago
A Mardi Gras-themed Prom Benefit for Hunger Relief in Champaign coming in March

The 16th annual Prom Benefit for Hunger Relief is scheduled for Saturday, March 1 at the I Hotel in Champaign.

IL State News
1 year ago
Illinois lawmakers pass renewable energy bill amid concerns over shortfall and delayed policies

Illinois lawmakers passed a bill this week aimed at advancing renewable energy development, though supporters described it as a “skinny” version of their initial proposal.

IL State News
1 year ago
Illinois bill requires state troopers to inform witnesses of ongoing dash camera recording

A new bill awaiting Governor J.B. Pritzker’s signature would require the Illinois State Police (ISP) to inform witnesses when their vehicle’s dash cameras continue recording, even if a victim or witness requests that body cameras be turned off during an interaction.

IL State News
1 year ago
Earlier lane closures on I-74 westbound after semi crash between Ogden and St. Joseph

Traffic on westbound I-74 was disrupted after a multi-vehicle crash involving two semis and a car. The St. Joseph-Stanton Fire Protection District reported the incident, which occurred between Ogden and St. Joseph.

Crime
1 year ago
HOMICIDE UPDATE: Champaign Police continue to investigate homicide following shooting on Cynthia Drive

A shooting that occurred on the 1900 block of Cynthia Drive on January 9, has left an 18-year-old man dead, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities.