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Community
10 months ago
Urbana to host Juneteenth 2025 events, including workshops and a ceremony

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – In celebration of Juneteenth 2025, the City of Urbana […]

Community
10 months ago
Soulful Streets Festival to celebrate Juneteenth in Urbana today

The City of Urbana will celebrate Juneteenth with flavor, music, and culture as it hosts the Soulful Streets: A Juneteenth Food Truck Festival on Tuesday, June 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Illinois Street City Lot, located at the corner of Vine and Illinois Streets.

IL State News
10 months ago
Pritzker signs sweeping legislation package including FY26 budget, FOID reforms, and Medicaid expansion

Governor JB Pritzker signed a series of major bills into law Monday, enacting sweeping changes across Illinois’ fiscal policy, firearm ownership rules, Medicaid services, and consumer protections.

News
10 months ago
Heavy rain triggers flood advisory in Champaign-Urbana, strands vehicles

A sudden downpour Monday afternoon dropped more than three inches of rain across Champaign-Urbana, prompting a flood advisory and causing street flooding and stranded vehicles throughout the area.

Crime
10 months ago
Champaign Police investigating series of retail thefts at Meijer, public asked to help

The Champaign Police Department is investigating a string of retail thefts from the Meijer store on North Prospect Avenue and is again turning to the public for help through Crime Stoppers.

News
10 months ago
Illini Coach Dan Hartleb named to USA Baseball Collegiate National Team coaching staff

University of Illinois head baseball coach Dan Hartleb has been named to the coaching staff for the 2025 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp, marking his fifth assignment with USA Baseball.

News
10 months ago
State launches multi-year campaign to promote community health workers in Illinois

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has awarded a grant to the Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) to launch a multi-year statewide campaign aimed at supporting and advancing the role of community health workers (CHWs).

Community
10 months ago
Fire officials urge lithium-ion battery safety ahead of National Fire Prevention Week

This year’s National Fire Prevention Week will focus on an increasingly relevant issue: lithium-ion battery safety. These rechargeable batteries power many devices we use daily — smartphones, tablets, laptops, e-bikes, power tools, and toys — and while convenient, they also pose fire risks when misused.

Education
10 months ago
Parkland College to host Women of Impact Scholarship Celebration on June 24

Parkland College will host its annual Women of Impact Scholarship Celebration and Selection on Tuesday, June 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Parkland Student Union.

Community
10 months ago
Champaign County to honor late Senator Scott M. Bennett with building dedication on July 16

The Champaign County Board and the Scott M. Bennett Dedication Committee invite the public to attend a building dedication celebration on Wednesday, July 16, in honor of the late State Senator Scott M. Bennett.