Crime
7 months ago
16-year-old Erion Turner killed, another teen critically injured in Champaign shooting

A 16-year-old boy is dead and another remains in critical condition after a shooting early Sunday morning in Champaign.

Shooting in Urbana early this morning. Police can't find the shooter.
News
7 months ago
Coroner IDs father and two children drown in embarras river Tragedy in Jasper County

Jasper County Coroner Jason Meyer confirmed the victims as 39-year-old Travis Keebler and his two children, 12-year-old Adelyn Keebler and 6-year-old Noah Keebler. All three were residents of Willow Hill.

Crime
7 months ago
Illinois State Police to conduct ACE patrols in Macon and Vermilion counties in July

Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 7 Commander Heather Apperson has announced that Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols will take place in Macon and Vermilion counties throughout July. These patrols target impaired driving and violations related to illegal alcohol and drug use, unsafe driving behaviors, and other traffic violations.

Community
7 months ago
Paula Drive to fully close July 2 for Garden Hills Phase 3 Project in Champaign

The City of Champaign announced that Paula Drive will be fully closed to traffic starting Wednesday, July 2, 2025, as part of the ongoing Garden Hills Phase 3 Project. The closure will span from Garden Hills Drive to Joanne Lane and is expected to last 6 to 8 weeks, weather permitting.

Entertainment
7 months ago
U of I a cappella group wins $15,000 in national jingle competition

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s No Comment A Cappella has earned national recognition—and a $15,000 prize—after placing second in the Reser’s Fine Foods Good Times Jingle competition, part of the company’s 75th anniversary celebration.

Entertainment
7 months ago
Virginia Theatre to host special screening of The Sandlot with baseball-themed Festivities

Take a trip back to the summer of 1962 with a special screening of The Sandlot (1993), part of The News-Gazette Film Series at the Virginia Theatre on Saturday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m.

Community
7 months ago
Women’s Business Council Awards 2025 Jumpstart Scholarships to high school seniors

The Women’s Business Council (WBC) of Champaign County has proudly announced the recipients of its 2025 Jumpstart Scholarship, an annual award that recognizes exceptional high school seniors for their academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to their communities.

News
7 months ago
Overnight fire displaces twelve on Silver Street in Urbana; no injuries reported

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – A late-night apartment fire on Silver Street displaced a […]

Shooting in Urbana early this morning. Police can't find the shooter.
Crime
7 months ago
Champaign police seek public’s help in fatal June 29 shooting of local teen

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – A shooting early Sunday morning has left one Champaign […]

Community
7 months ago
Know before you go: Fourth of July festivities in Champaign

A day of fireworks, food, and patriotic celebration is just around the corner, as thousands will make their way to the State Farm Center to celebrate Independence Day next week.