Education
11 months ago
Illinois community college enrollment sees record growth, largest increase since the 1990s

Illinois community colleges have experienced a record enrollment growth in the spring semester, with total enrollment reaching over 285,000 students, marking an 8.9% increase compared to last year.

Community
11 months ago
Global country superstar Brad Paisley performing at Illinois State Fair

“Brad Paisley’s music celebrates family, tradition, and good times — values that align perfectly with what the Fair is all about,” said Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. “We’re excited to partner with someone who shares our passion for bringing people together, and we know it’s going to be a night to remember.”

News
11 months ago
ACCIDENT UPDATE #2: Fatal crash on I-74 westbound in Vermilion County lead to road closure

FITHIAN, IL (Chambana Today) – One person is dead following a fatal crash early […]

News
11 months ago
ACCIDENT UPDATE: I-74 traffic disrupted by two-vehicle crash near milepost 201, lanes reopened by 10:30 a.m.

VERMILION COUNTY, IL (Chambana Today) – Drivers traveling westbound on I-74 encountered significant delays […]

Community
11 months ago
Illini Media Group celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with the world’s shortest parade in downtown Rantoul

On Monday, March 17th, MIX 94.5 and Rewind 92.5 celebrated a unique St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Downtown Rantoul. The event featured The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade. 

News
11 months ago
Traffic diversion on I-74 due to two-vehicle crash near milepost 201

Drivers traveling westbound on I-74 just after 5 a.m. this morning found significant delays near Milepost 201 due to a 2-vehicle crash. Troop 7 units reported to the scene, and as a result, westbound traffic was being diverted at Milepost 206.

News
11 months ago
Middle school basketball championships set to make large impact in Champaign-Urbana area

The Champaign-Urbana area is gearing up to host the Illinois Middle School Basketball Championships for the fourth consecutive year, from March 21–23.

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IL State News
11 months ago
Champaign clergy members rally together at Bethel AME Church for Clean Slate Act

“Too many individuals who have paid their debt to society continue to face lifelong punishment, even after they’ve earned the right to move forward,” said the Rev. Ciera Bates-Chamberlain, executive director of LIVE FREE Illinois. “The Clean Slate Act is about more than just clearing records. It’s about restoring dignity, hope, and opportunity to people often forgotten or left behind. We call on lawmakers to act with compassion and vision, recognizing that when people are given a true second chance, they don’t just change their own lives, they change the lives of those around them, building stronger, healthier communities for all.”

Community
11 months ago
Vermilion County Animal Shelter hosting adult prom

The prom will be an evening of music dancing and food on April 5. The event will be held at the Turtle Run Banquet Center located at 332 East Liberty Lane, Danville, IL from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. The prom includes a DJ, professional photographer, and a silent auction. Prom attire is encouraged but not required.

Entertainment
11 months ago
REO Speedwagon to reunite for special concert in Champaign this summer

REO Speedwagon will reunite for a special retrospective concert in Champaign this summer, celebrating the band’s long legacy. The concert will be held on June 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the State Farm Center, and will feature former members Neal Doughty, Alan Gratzer, Bruce Hall, Terry Luttrell, Mike Murphy, and Steve Scorfina. The evening will also honor the memory of the band’s late members, Gary Richrath and Gregg Philbin.