Education
12 months ago
Champaign County voters invited to meet candidates for Unit 4 school board

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The League of Women Voters of Champaign County is […]

Pet of the Week
12 months ago
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Wednesday, a shy black cat

Wednesday is a 9-month-old female Domestic Shorthair cat weighing at 8.62 lbs. She is a sweet little girl who is full of love waiting for you at the Champaign County Humane Society (CCHS). Wednesday was unfortunately relinquished because her former caretaker could no longer care for her. She can be a bit shy, but Wednesday will solicit attention and plenty of pets. If you’re interested, swing by CCHS and say hi!

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green talks about Oregon State.
News
12 months ago
Illinois secures No. 7 seed at 2025 Big Ten Tournament, begins postseason on Thursday

For the third consecutive year, the Fighting Illini earned a first-round bye, ensuring they will start postseason play on Thursday, March 6, at 5:30 p.m. (central time.) Illinois will face the winner of the first-round matchup between Nebraska (No. 10) and Rutgers (No. 15).

Business
12 months ago
Expert advice from Brett, CEO of Savior Roofing: Roof Maintenance and Damage Prevention

Brett, CEO and Vice President of Savior Roofing, explains that the primary benefit of hiring a professional roofer like Savior Roofing is safety. “When you ascend to your roof, you want to make sure you’re using safe practices, and you also need to know what to look for,” Brett says. Many roofs may not need a full replacement, but simple repairs could go unnoticed without professional help. “It’s important to get an honest contractor to assess the roof properly,” he adds.

News
12 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Cloudy with showers

Ready to learn about your ancestors? Join Intro to Ancestry | Tuesdays at Ten at the Champaign Public Library on Tuesday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m. Cat Purcell will lead us through using library tools and databases to research your family ancestry. Ready to build your business? Visit Business & Career Help | Drop-in at Douglass Branch at the  Champaign Public Library on Tuesday, March 4 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Drop in on the first Tuesday of the month to get your business and career-related questions answered!

News
12 months ago
Illinois women’s basketball drops final regular season game against michigan, 89-71

The Illinois women’s basketball team wrapped up their regular season with a frustrating 89-71 loss to No. 16 Michigan on Sunday afternoon at the State Farm Center. The Wolverines erased a three-point deficit heading into the final quarter with a dominant 30-18 performance, securing the victory in the Big Ten finale.

News
12 months ago
Illinois dominated in the second half to defeat No. 15 Michigan, 93-73, on Sunday at Crisler Center

Illinois dominated in the second half to defeat No. 15 Michigan, 93-73, on Sunday at Crisler Center, extending their winning streak over the Wolverines to nine games. The Illini had four players score in double figures, marking their fourth victory over a ranked opponent this season.

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Community
12 months ago
Westbound Interstate 74 ramp to southbound I-57 closes starting Sunday

This is all a part of Rebuild Illinois, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. So far, Rebuild Illinois is on year five and its accomplishments include approximately $16 billion of improvements statewide on 6,541 miles of highway, 686 bridges and 986 additional safety improvements.

Business
12 months ago
Black History Month Spotlight: The owners of Ujima Retreat Center: A sanctuary for healing and reconnection in Urbana

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Ujima Retreat Center, founded by Banio “B.K.” Koroma Jr., CEO […]

Community
12 months ago
Champaign County Sheriff apprehend murder suspect in Springfield

This is an active and ongoing investigation. The Champaign County Sheriff’s Office asks that anyone who has additional information please call the Criminal Investigations Division at 217-384-1213. Arrangements can be made for information to be shared privately.