Obituaries
8 months ago
Patricia Jo Bohlen

Patricia Bohlen was preceded in death by her father, Jack Cleland, her mother and step-father Margaret and Paul Hartrick. Patti spent most of her life in Urbana, but she spent a handful of years in New York. She would always talk positively about her time in Gloversville, NY and about the friends she made there. Of course, her friends in Urbana were just as important to her. Throughout her life, Patti had multiple jobs. Most of which involved bookkeeping/accounting/office management, such as J.M Jones, WICD, and the YWCA. Patti loved reading, cooking and bingeing reality TV.

Community
8 months ago
Gregory Manzana announced as Deputy Chief of Police

“The Champaign Police Department has a history of leadership in our region and across our profession,” said Chief Tyler. “Today, I am proud to continue that legacy through the promotion of an exceptional leader by promoting Gregory Manzana to the role of Deputy Chief of Police.”

Community
8 months ago
Get Covered Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace enrollment deadline coming up

The Get Covered Illinois (GCI) Health Insurance Marketplace is having its last day of Open Enrollment on Wednesday, January 15.

Illinois men's basketball coach Brad Underwood talks about the improvements within the team.
News
8 months ago
Illinois men’s basketball drops to No. 19 in AP Top 25 ahead of road trip

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Illinois men’s basketball team has dropped several spots in […]

Community
8 months ago
Urbana and Champaign property owners must clear sidewalks following new ordinances

Recent city ordinances in Urbana and Champaign require property owners to remove snow and ice from sidewalks after winter weather leaves two or more inches of snow.

Community
8 months ago
$5.1M purchase of retail strip center in Champaign, Illinois

A commercial estate brokerage firm, has announced the sale of Champaign Station, a six-suite retail strip center located in Champaign. The property, which sold for $5.1 million, was fully leased to a mix of e-commerce-resistant restaurant and service-oriented tenants.

Pet of the Week
8 months ago
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Randy, the Pit Bull Retriever-Labrador mix

Randy is a tan and white dynamo who loves to play and thrives around human company. Whether it’s ropes, frisbees, or just your standard playtime, he’s here for it. He is willing to give so much love and care to his next owner, so swing by CCHS to visit him!

News
8 months ago
U of I study develops sustainable method to produce key jet fuel additive from waste polystyrene

A new study from a University of Illinois researcher has found a cost-effective way to produce ethylbenzene, a crucial additive for sustainable aviation fuels, from waste polystyrene, a plastic commonly disposed of in landfills.

Crime
8 months ago
Champaign County coroner identifies 18-year-old killed in Champaign shooting

The Champaign County Coroner has identified an 18-year-old who was shot and killed in Champaign on January 9. Nicholas M. Griffin, of Champaign, was pronounced dead at 4:28 p.m. that day.

News
8 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Chilly and below freezing

It’s really getting colder out there! Pack your coats! According to the National Weather Service (NWS), you can expect a low around 0 and a high of 34.