As National Volunteer Week is celebrated across the country, the American Red Cross of Illinois is recognizing the thousands of volunteers whose compassion powers the organization’s humanitarian mission. With more than 90% of the Red Cross workforce made up of volunteers, their contributions are essential to delivering aid in times of crisis.
With Tuesday’s commitment from Serbian guard Mihailo Petrovic, the Illini now have four players from the Balkans set to join the roster for the 2025-26 season — a sign of the program’s expanding international appeal.
At recent events in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., Pritzker spoke passionately about LGBTQ rights, drawing on childhood experiences attending marches with his mother. “I’m living proof that introducing your kids to the gay agenda might result in them growing up to be governor,” he told the Human Rights Campaign crowd.
April marks Hazardous Materials Safety Month, a time when the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) emphasizes public awareness around chemical safety. Illinois continues to see a rise in active Tier 2 chemical facilities, adding over 100 new sites annually.
As Illinois faces cuts to federal agriculture reimbursements, local farmers are urging the state to create new models for supporting agriculture and ensuring food access. Illinois lawmakers are stepping up, pushing two key bills through the legislative process that could provide a lifeline for small farmers struggling to stay afloat amid federal shifts.
On Earth Day, the Champaign community came together for the March for Science, beginning at the Alma Mater at 3 p.m. and concluding at Lincoln Square Mall with the People’s Science Fair from 4-6 p.m. The family-friendly event highlighted local science initiatives and encouraged the public to engage in protecting and supporting science.
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Local educators and students are invited to participate in “Through […]
“An award-winning meteorologist and weather risk communicator, Andrew Pritchard is dedicated to helping our community make informed decisions in the face of changing weather patterns,” shares program moderator Joan Tousey. “His passion for weather safety and storytelling makes him a trusted voice in the field, and the topic could not be more timely.”
The Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) has announced its upcoming “Foodmobile” food distribution events for Champaign County in May 2025. On Tuesday, May 6, the Foodmobile will visit southern Champaign County, followed by a visit to northern Champaign County on Friday, May 9.
As part of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, Cunningham Children’s Home is shining a spotlight on the exceptional volunteers who have become an integral part of their mission. These dedicated individuals play a crucial role in helping the organization provide vital services to children in need.