News
7 months ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Hot, sunny weekend ahead with temps climbing into the 90s

Get ready for a hot and mostly clear weekend across Central Illinois. Friday night will be mild with a low around 72 and gusty south winds. Saturday brings full sunshine and a high near 93, with breezy conditions continuing into the night. Sunday turns up the heat even more, with highs near 95 and lows staying in the mid-70s. 

Community
7 months ago
Red Cross issues extreme heat advice ahead of hot weekend

After a few days of rain and humidity, Champaign-Urbana is set to welcome in its hottest few days of the year this weekend.

News
7 months ago
Pet of the Week: A staff favorite – Milton – who we all want to adopt

Milton is the sweetest four-or-five-year-old shitzu mix. He loves every human, dog, and cat. His foster says he’s great on a leash and is already potty trained. He loves to play but will also lay down for belly rubs. Click here to fill out an application at Moore’s Rescue Ranch.

Community
7 months ago
Central Illinois communities honor Juneteenth with parades, festivals, and reflection

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – As Juneteenth celebrations expand nationwide, Central Illinois communities are […]

Community
7 months ago
Champaign DMV to become Illinois’ fifth DMV+ facility, expanding services and reducing wait times

Big changes are coming to the Champaign DMV as Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced it will be converted into a “DMV+” facility — part of a statewide initiative to modernize and streamline DMV services.

News
7 months ago
GOP lawmakers sue to block SB 328, challenge legislative ‘Gut-and-Replace’ tactic in Illinois

A group of 47 Republican lawmakers filed a lawsuit this week aiming to stop Senate Bill 328, a bill that would allow companies authorized to operate in Illinois to be sued in Illinois courts — even when the case and parties have no direct ties to the state.

Education
7 months ago
Danville District 118 names John Hart Superintendent, Markesha Parker Associate Superintendent

In a show of unity and renewed direction, the Danville School District 118 Board of Education unanimously voted Tuesday night to appoint John Hart as Superintendent and Markesha Parker as Associate Superintendent. Both votes passed 6–0 and were met with standing ovations from those in attendance.

Education
7 months ago
Danville Schools invest $70K in phone-locking pouches to curb classroom distractions

Danville High School administrators have focused in on a new way to help curb issues with students spending too much time on their cell phones and not enough time on school curriculum. During Tuesday night’s board of education meeting, the school district approved spending about $70,000 for cell phone pouches that will lock student’s cell phones during school hours, but will also allow for use in emergency situations.

Community
7 months ago
PYGMALION lineup unveiled for 21st rendition of CU event

The three-day multi-faceted event will run from September 18 to September 20, with the Krannert Center for Performing Arts, Rose Bowl Tavern, Canopy Club, Gallery Art Bar, and Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College hosting acts.

Community
7 months ago
Power outage and weather cancel Urbana’s Juneteenth celebration and Neighborhood Nights

Urbana’s Juneteenth Celebration and Neighborhood Nights, scheduled for this evening at the Health & Wellness Center, have been canceled due to severe weather conditions and a power outage affecting the facility.