News
6 months ago
Illinois strengthens pay equity law, drops outdated federal reporting requirement

Illinois is doubling down on its commitment to pay transparency and equity with the signing of House Bill 2488 by Governor JB Pritzker. The new law streamlines the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 by eliminating outdated references to a federal reporting requirement that state officials say no longer supports Illinois’ goals.

News
6 months ago
FDA issues class II recall for Ritz Peanut Butter Crackers over allergen risk

Illinois consumers are being urged to check their pantries after a nationwide recall of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to undeclared peanut allergens. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class II risk classification for the recall on July 22, after Mondelēz Global LLC, the manufacturer, announced the voluntary action earlier this month.

Community
6 months ago
National Night Out coming to Champaign in August

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – A nationwide campaign aiming to promote police-community partnerships through […]

Crime
6 months ago
Man accused of child abduction, also suspect in Kansas double-murder, arrested in Mattoon

Mattoon and Topeka Police say Christopher Barnshaw, 42, was arrested Tuesday afternoon, with a child who was the subject of an Amber Alert.

Education
6 months ago
Urbana celebrates opening of new Sixth Grade Center with ribbon cutting and open house

The Urbana School District will celebrate the grand opening of its new Sixth Grade Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, August 8, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., marking a major milestone in the district’s efforts to expand educational facilities and improve learning environments for students.

Ask The Pros
6 months ago
Taylor Construction and Siefert Team Talk Building in Champaign-Urbana

Champaign-Urbana builders are responding to the needs of first-time buyers and families looking for affordable custom homes. Hayley Siefert of the Siefert Team and Wes Taylor of Taylor Construction and Design recently sat down to discuss the local housing market, the challenges of scaling construction, and advice for potential homebuilders. 

Agriculture
6 months ago
From farm to food bank CEO: Eric Hodel’s journey of service and leadership

Eric Hodel, a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign alumnus, has carved a unique path from his childhood on a Central Illinois farm to becoming the CEO of Midwest Food Bank, one of the nation’s largest faith-based food banks. Hodel’s story is deeply rooted in agriculture and community service, values instilled in him from an early age.

Community
6 months ago
S-Cool-A-Palooza brings free school supplies, family fun to Rantoul on August 2

With the school year just around the corner, Exceed Church and The HOYCE Center are teaming up to host S-Cool-A-Palooza, a free community event packed with fun and essential school resources for children ages 5 and up.

Community
6 months ago
Mary Thompson Community Day to help bring Danville community together

For more than three decades Community members, with the City of Danville have been hosting an annual event that started out as a means to bring people of different cultures together.

Community
6 months ago
Countdown to the Fair: Illinois State Fair teams up with Farmers Market for food, fun & freebies

The Illinois State Fair is kicking off the excitement early this year with a special takeover of the Illinois Product Farmers Market on Thursday, July 24. From 3:30 to 7 p.m. at The Shed on the Illinois State Fairgrounds, families can enjoy an evening filled with discount fair deals, live entertainment, giveaways, and fresh local products—all just in time for the 2025 Illinois State Fair.