The Champaign Fire Department swiftly responded to a residential fire Thursday afternoon in the 2500 block of Campbell Drive. The fire, which broke out at approximately 2:08 p.m., was quickly brought under control by responding crews.
Residents in Mansfield are under a boil order due to a water main break affecting the 100 and 200 blocks of East Illinois Street. Until further notice, people in the affected area are advised to boil tap water before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or washing dishes.
Luna is a cuddly, one-year old Patterdale/Terrier mix. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped and weighs a mere 16 lbs. Luna loves people, loves to cuddle and does well with other dogs, cats and children. Luna is the whole package. Foster to adopt is always an option to see if Luna is a good fit with your family and lifestyle.
Get ready for a high-energy night as Nashville-based country rock band Miller Holler takes the stage at The Cadillac in Paxton on Friday, May 16 from 8 to 11 p.m. Known for their fiery performances and infectious energy, the band promises a night of both original songs and country rock covers that’ll keep the crowd on their feet.
The Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting Tuesday evening, marking a leadership transition with the swearing-in of two new board members, the election of new officers, and heartfelt farewells to two long-serving public servants.
Authorities in Rantoul are investigating after a body was discovered in Heritage Lake.
The University of Illinois System is welcoming a prominent civic leader, physician, and alumnus to its Board of Trustees. Governor JB Pritzker on Monday appointed Dr. Bryan S. Traubert to serve as a voting trustee through January 2031, pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.
The University of Illinois and its baseball community are remembering one of their most influential figures, Richard “Itch” Jones, a legendary coach whose legacy touched both Champaign and the national stage. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale. In case of rain, the event will move to the Charles Helleny Pavilion inside Banterra Center.
Season tickets for the 2025 Illinois football season go on sale to the general public this Thursday at 9 a.m.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a Class I recall for fresh tomatoes distributed in Illinois due to potential Salmonella contamination. This classification indicates a high risk of serious adverse health consequences or death.