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Community
1 year ago
Christian Sheehan Foundation secures $50K grant to expand life-saving smoke alarm efforts

A local foundation dedicated to fire safety is set to expand its mission thanks to a major state grant. The Christian Sheehan Smoke Alarm Foundation, named after a Champaign man who tragically died in a 2016 house fire, has been awarded up to $50,000 to continue providing free smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to the community.

News
1 year ago
One dead in two-vehicle crash on I-74 in Piatt County

The two-vehicle collision occurred near milepost 167 on the westbound side of I-74, close to Mansfield. Emergency personnel responded to the scene where one individual was pronounced dead. The identity of the deceased has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

news
1 year ago
PET OF THE WEEK: Moore’s Rescue Ranch’s Fred has found a home!

Two-time WIXY visitor, Fred, from Moore’s Rescue Ranch, has found his forever home! Thanks to our friends at Hoveln Heating and Cooling, Inc. we have welcomed Fred and his foster to the studio with WIXY morning show host Duane Shannon.

Community
1 year ago
City of Urbana recognizes Urbana High School students for community service

The Mayoral Recognition Program is open to any UHS student who completes at least 30 hours of volunteer service during the academic year. Eligible students will receive a Certificate of Service from Mayor Marlin, Superintendent Dr. Ivory-Tatum, and UHS Principal Jesse Guzman.

Community
1 year ago
University of Illinois Extension celebrates 4-H volunteers during National Volunteer Week

 “Whether they are facilitating club meetings, judging visual arts at the 4-H show, or assisting with beef weigh-in, our volunteers serve as a positive adult role model for our youth throughout their 4-H journey and beyond,” says Jones.

Crime
1 year ago
Champaign police seek tips in armed robbery at Circle K

The Champaign Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery that took place last month at a local gas station.

Community
1 year ago
Meet Urbana’s 2025 Poet Laureate Angela Patton

The mission of the Poet Laureate program is to celebrate poetry, creative writing, and the arts and enrich Urbana’s diverse community through outreach activities. Each year, the selected Urbana Poet Laureate is tasked with creating a unique artistic legacy that elevates the importance of creative writing as an art form.

News
1 year ago
Illinois Freshmen Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley declare for 2025 NBA Draft

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois men’s basketball program is set to send […]

Community
1 year ago
Urbana Police Department introduces Desk Officer Reporting System

The UPD stated that DORS reflects their commitment to transparency, accessibility, and service. They hope to modernize, connect with the community, and use resources more effectively. DORS helps reduce call volumes, improves report accuracy, and allows officers to focus on emergency response. 

Crime
1 year ago
Heavy police presence on Bradley Avenue leads to arrests in Champaign

A significant police response unfolded earlier today on Bradley Avenue just west of McKinley, where officers from the Champaign Police Department and the Illinois State Police were involved in arrests connected to an ongoing investigation.