News
8 months ago
Motorcyclist killed in Danville crash after vehicle fails to yield

A 46-year-old Danville man died Wednesday afternoon following a collision between his motorcycle and a Honda CRV at the intersection of S. Gilbert Street and Bluff Street, authorities reported.

Community
8 months ago
Experience Champaign-Urbana hosting African American Heritage Bus Tour

The tour takes place on Friday, June 13, to celebrate Juneteenth. The tour gives participants an opportunity to explore significant African American landmarks in the region, with stories, landmarks, and contributions in the community. The ECU is partnering with The Family Room, a non-profit organization serving families with foster children or children in transition to provide care packs, clean clothes, and other necessities.

Community
8 months ago
Cunningham Children’s Home needs your help for renovation

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Cunningham Children’s Home is transforming spaces to make healing […]

Education
8 months ago
Central High School offers yearbook corrections after Israel omission

Central High School is offering reprints and corrections of the 2024-25 yearbook after Israel was omitted from a world map in a section of the book. 

Community
8 months ago
Downtown Champaign hosting Friday Night Live

Friday Night Live is a free free street-side performance series featuring multiple bands every week. It will be held every Friday from 6:00p.m. to 9:00 p.m. starting May 30 through August 22. Performances will be held at the intersections of Main & Fremont, Neil & Park, One Main Plaza, and Market & Taylor in Downtown Champaign. Friday Night Live includes a mix of rock, folk, bluegrass, jazz, R&B, funk, hip-hop, country, indie, and blues.

Crime
8 months ago
Danville teen arrested after foot chase, found with loaded handgun

A 16-year-old juvenile from Danville was arrested Friday, May 23, 2025, following a short foot pursuit by officers with the Danville Police Department’s Problem Oriented Policing (P.O.P.) Unit. The incident occurred in the 1400 block of Lape Street during an investigation into a separate crime.

News
8 months ago
Family and friends charter two buses for Champaign’s own: Tanner Gordon’s start at Wrigley Field

Champaign’s Tanner Gordon, fresh off his first major league win, will have more than 115 family members, friends, and acquaintances traveling with him for his scheduled start today at Wrigley Field. Two charter buses from Peoria will transport the group from Champaign to Chicago as Gordon and the Colorado Rockies face the Cubs at 7:05 p.m.

IL State News
8 months ago
Black bear spotted moving through southwestern Illinois, IDNR confirms

A black bear has been confirmed moving through southwestern Illinois, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced last week. While large predators such as black bears, wolves, and cougars are rare in Illinois, occasional sightings occur as these animals sometimes cross state borders.

Community
8 months ago
Celebrate Pride Month in Champaign-Urbana with music, art, and community

Pride Month 2025 is alive and thriving in the Champaign-Urbana area, offering a vibrant array of events that honor the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience, creativity, and love. From concerts to crafts and community gatherings, the month is packed with opportunities to show support and celebrate.

IL State News
8 months ago
Anna’s Law nears approval, aims to reform police sexual assault response in Illinois

Illinois lawmakers have unanimously passed Anna’s Law, a bill that would require all police officers to undergo trauma-informed sexual assault training before taking their oath—and repeat it every three years. The legislation now awaits the governor’s signature.