Elections
8 months ago
Champaign City Council member faces backlash posting swastika on Facebook

Champaign City Council member Davion Williams is facing significant criticism after updating his Facebook profile picture to a swastika earlier today. The symbol, widely associated with hate and violence due to its use by Nazi Germany, sparked outrage among community members who quickly condemned the post.

Community
8 months ago
Help Cheese, the Pekin duck, heal from a hawk attack

Cheese, a Pekin duck, had a rough start in life. Abandoned around Easter last year at a retention basin, she was malnourished, over-mated, and struggling to survive. An Urbana resident stepped in to rescue her, and after a long journey, Cheese finally found a safe, loving home. 

IL State News
8 months ago
Child support program marks 50 years of serving Illinois families

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Child Support Services Program (ICSSP) is celebrating […]

News
8 months ago
Nebraska upsets #18 Illinois with 80-74 overtime win

Nebraska (13-8, 3-7) defeated #18 Illinois (14-7, 6-5) 80-74 in overtime, snapping the Illini’s nine-game win streak over the Huskers. The loss also broke Illinois’ three-game win streak at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

News
8 months ago
Urbana Fire Department says gas odor detected on campus is not a threat

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – After the Urbana Fire Department responded to reports of […]

Community
8 months ago
CU Sunrise Rotary Club to host Karaoke Night

The CU Sunrise Rotary Club is hosting a Karaoke Night! The event will take place on Thursday, February 6, at Jupiter’s at the Crossing, starting at 5:30 p.m. The Rotary Club is currently looking for singers to join in the fun. If you’re interested in performing, be sure to get your application in soon!

Community
8 months ago
Danville Police arrest man for Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon

This was despite his lack of an Illinois Concealed Carry License and he was promptly arrested and transported to the Public Safety Building. Jackson was then booked on charges of being Wanted on a Warrant, and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Community
8 months ago
Urbana School District District hosts National African American Parent Involvement Day

The Urbana School District District #116 schools will host a variety of activities in honor of National African American Parent Involvement Day (NAAPID)

Education
8 months ago
Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation announces 2025 Distinguished Alumni honorees

The Champaign-Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) has unveiled the 2025 Distinguished Alumni honorees, recognizing individuals whose accomplishments, character, and contributions serve as inspiration to students and the broader community.

Crime
8 months ago
Champaign County Sheriff’s office 2024 annual report highlights key achievements

Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman has released the 2024 Annual Report for the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office, offering a comprehensive overview of the department’s activities, statistics, and accomplishments over the past year. This report, a tradition since Heuerman took office, highlights notable trends in crime, arrests, and traffic enforcement.