Business
6 months ago
Illinois metro area unemployment goes down and jobs go up

“As unemployment decreased over the last year in most metro areas and payroll remains steady, Illinois continues to prioritize region-specific support for jobseekers through local workforce partners,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “Illinois also remains laser-focused on investing in our incomparable workforce and creating a positive business environment to bolster economic opportunity in every corner of the state.”

Lifestyle
6 months ago
Celebrate the first weekend of spring with a vision board for your home and yard refresh

Whether you’re looking to update your living space or plan out your outdoor oasis, a vision board is a great way to gather inspiration and create a roadmap for your seasonal refresh.

Community
6 months ago
Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy faces setback after cadet fight, leadership reflects on discipline and future

The Illinois National Guard’s Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy, known for helping at-risk youth turn their lives around, is grappling with the aftermath of a recent incident involving a fight between several cadets. The altercation has led to the arrest and expulsion of the involved students, raising questions about the future of the cadets involved.

College
6 months ago
Pritzker’s proposal for community college four-year degrees stalls in House committee

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – One of Governor JB Pritzker’s key legislative proposals faced a […]

Community
6 months ago
FIGHT UPDATE: Two eighteen-year-olds arrested after fight breaks out at Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy

A large fight broke out at Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy in Rantoul on Wednesday evening, resulting in the arrest of two 18-year-olds. The incident, involving 70 to 80 cadets, is currently under investigation by the State’s Attorney and the Rantoul Police Department.

Community
6 months ago
UIUC professor gives food and plasma lecture at Parkland planetarium

Sankaran earned his Ph. D at the California Institute of Technology and joined UIUC’s Department of Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering in 2020. The lectures are filmed by Parkland College TV. Tickets to the Kaler Lectures are $2 or free for Friends of the Staerkel Planetarium.For a show schedule or information about booking the dome, call 217/351-3446 or visit parkland.edu/planetarium.

News
6 months ago
UPDATE ON ACCIDENT: Fatal crash on I-74 in Vermilion County involved multiple vehicles

The Illinois State Police have released further details about a deadly crash that occurred on I-74 in Vermilion County, confirming that one person died as a result of the incident.

Community
6 months ago
All-way stop at State Street and Columbia Street

The Public Works Department will be installing an all-way stop at the intersection of State Street and Columbia Street. This intersection has had five crashes in the past five years, with three of these occurring in 2023, which warrants an all-way stop at this location.

Community
6 months ago
Community Day at Monical’s Pizza to benefit Alzheimer’s fundraiser

Monical’s Pizza is inviting you, your family, friends, and neighbors to come together for a meal and support a great cause. On Monday, March 24, participate in Community Day by mentioning or showing the special flier at one of the participating Monical’s Pizza locations in Champaign and Urbana.

News
6 months ago
Large fight erupts at Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy, police units respond

A violent altercation broke out Wednesday evening between 70-80 cadets at Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy in Rantoul, prompting a massive law enforcement response.