Martin Luther King, Jr.
Community
3 days ago
Champaign County marks 25 years of MLK celebration with music, service, and scholarships: Community Focus with Callie Luttman

Countywide event at Krannert Center and Unity Breakfast honor community leaders, students, and Dr. King’s legacy.

Winter weather in Champaign-Urbana
News
3 days ago
Mild start gives way to colder air and snow chances in Champaign

Ten-day forecast shows brief warmup before sharp midweek cooldown and possible snow.

Corn farmer wrap-up from 2025.
News
3 days ago
Key corn farming takeaways from 2025

Agronomist Steve Crafton highlights lessons to boost yields and plan for 2026.

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green talks about Oregon State.
News
3 days ago
Illini Women take momentum on the road for Big Ten test at Penn State

Illinois looks to extend its recent dominance of the Nittany Lions Sunday at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Food Scene
3 days ago
New in C-U: Kyle’s Corner to Bring Greek and American favorites to Savoy this March

New family-friendly restaurant set to open March 6, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Urbana City Council member resigns
news
5 days ago
Urbana seeks applicants to fill Ward 4 city council vacancy

Mayor will appoint replacement for council member Jaya Kolisetty, who steps down Feb. 2.

Young woman applying body creme
Business
5 days ago
Gelater’s organic whipped golden body butter expands product line with lip balm launch

Fast-growing Urbana-Champaign skincare brand adds nourishing lip balm to meet rising local demand.

Champaign City Council holds study session.
Community
5 days ago
Champaign City Council to hold study session on housing Tuesday

Housing needs analysis update highlights Jan. 13 meeting at City Council Chambers.

news
5 days ago
Illinois ranks No. 1 in the Midwest for workforce development, rises to No. 3 nationally

Site Selection Magazine cites the state’s talent pipeline, training programs and economic momentum in its 2026 rankings.

Education
6 days ago
Unit 4 invites families to kindergarten information night and school tours

Tours will help families learn about kindergarten programs and elementary schools across the district.