IL State News
8 months ago
Illinois lottery player wins $2.66 million jackpot, plans to help wife retire

An Illinois Lottery player is living the dream after winning a $2.66 million jackpot on the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot Fast Play game.

News
8 months ago
USC Trojans beat No. 13 Illinois, 82-72, in Big Ten clash

The USC Trojans defeated the 13th-ranked Illinois Fighting Illini, 82-72, in a Big Ten Conference battle at State Farm Center on Saturday, January 11.

IL State News
8 months ago
llinoisans can now vote on new state flag designs

Illinois residents now have the opportunity to help decide whether the state should adopt a new flag.

Community
8 months ago
A Mardi Gras-themed Prom Benefit for Hunger Relief in Champaign coming in March

The 16th annual Prom Benefit for Hunger Relief is scheduled for Saturday, March 1 at the I Hotel in Champaign.

IL State News
8 months ago
Illinois lawmakers pass renewable energy bill amid concerns over shortfall and delayed policies

Illinois lawmakers passed a bill this week aimed at advancing renewable energy development, though supporters described it as a “skinny” version of their initial proposal.

IL State News
8 months ago
Illinois bill requires state troopers to inform witnesses of ongoing dash camera recording

A new bill awaiting Governor J.B. Pritzker’s signature would require the Illinois State Police (ISP) to inform witnesses when their vehicle’s dash cameras continue recording, even if a victim or witness requests that body cameras be turned off during an interaction.

IL State News
8 months ago
Earlier lane closures on I-74 westbound after semi crash between Ogden and St. Joseph

Traffic on westbound I-74 was disrupted after a multi-vehicle crash involving two semis and a car. The St. Joseph-Stanton Fire Protection District reported the incident, which occurred between Ogden and St. Joseph.

IL State News
8 months ago
Murder charges dropped against Danville man amid new evidence in homicide case

DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – Murder charges against Derrell L. Boston, 28, of Danville, […]

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News
8 months ago
Illinois women’s basketball upsets No. 23 Iowa, 62-57

The Illinois women’s basketball team beat No. 23 Iowa 62-57 at the State Farm Center.

Community
8 months ago
Rotary Club relaunches Vocational Service Awards and announces 2025 honorees

The awards will be presented during the Rotary Club of Champaign’s annual Comedy Night fundraiser on January 16, 2025, at Jupiter’s at the Crossing with performances by the Chicago Community All-Stars.