Zeno Jo

Zeno is a News Reporter for Chambana Today and comes to us with almost three years of sports reporting experience. He was a Journalism major at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. When not working, he enjoys playing tennis and spending time with friends and family. Zeno loves the Tottenham Hotspur soccer team and U of I sports. Local favorites: You can find Zeno at Panera or any other local coffee shop.

News
3 months ago
Surviving the heat wave: Cooling centers in Champaign County

With the hottest few days of the year upon us in Champaign County, it’s important to stay cool and hydrated. Drinking a cup of water every hour, even if you do not feel thirsty, is one of many key tips to getting through the extreme heat that’s hitting counties all across the country like Champaign.

News
3 months ago
Champaign County workers to rally for fair wage increases and affordable health insurance

Employees of Champaign County are set to demonstrate following a vote to strike tomorrow in front of the Champaign County courthouse.

IL State News
3 months ago
Illinois iLottery player takes home $800K to start off week

A lucky Illinois iLottery player started their week off on the right foot, taking home $800,000 after scoring a Lucky Day Lotto jackpot prize.

News
3 months ago
Tyler Funk appointed as Champaign Fire Department’s interim fire chief

Champaign City Manager Joan Walls announced the appointment of Tyler Funk to serve as the city’s Interim Fire Chief starting July 14. 

Community
3 months ago
Special Sandlot screening and event coming to Virginia Theatre

A special screening of an American classic is coming to Champaign movie and baseball lovers in just under two weeks.

Crime
3 months ago
Mahomet woman struck by vehicle while walking dog – investigation ongoing

On Sunday night, the Champaign County Sheriff was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in the area of County Road 125 E just South of Route 150 in Mahomet Township. 

Crime
3 months ago
Saturday night shooting in Danville leaves two juveniles injured, one dead

On Saturday night, Danville police officers responded to several 911 calls of shots fired in the Winter Park area at around 10 p.m.

College
3 months ago
Parkland Board of Trustees approves state funding request for new facility, key FY26 purchases

Earlier this week, the Parkland College Board of Trustees approved a submission request for state funding for a new campus facility, as well as approval for some key purchases for the fiscal year of 2026 and some other agenda items.

News
3 months ago
Champaign, Illinois Police preparing for impaired and unbuckled drivers ahead of July 4

The Champaign Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police (ISP), and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers.

Community
3 months ago
Red Cross issues extreme heat advice ahead of hot weekend

After a few days of rain and humidity, Champaign-Urbana is set to welcome in its hottest few days of the year this weekend.