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Crime
8 months ago
Savoy man arrested in ongoing child battery investigation

On Wednesday, members of the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office’s Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant in the 100-block of Sterling Court in Savoy as part of an ongoing investigation into an aggravated battery to a child case.

News
8 months ago
Lottery Week kicks off with a look back at $2.6 billion in winnings

Lottery Week starts next Monday, and with the National Lottery Day on the 17th just around the corner, the Illinois Lottery is looking back at some highlights of the last year.

Crime
8 months ago
15-year-old seriously injured in Danville shooting; police seek public’s help

A 15-year-old juvenile was seriously injured in a shooting late Wednesday night, July 9, 2025, and Danville Police are asking the public for help as they continue their investigation.

Crime
8 months ago
Rantoul man arrested for requesting and distributing child sexual abuse material

Earlier this week, members of the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office’s Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant in the 600 block of Health Drive in Rantoul.

Elections
8 months ago
Sheriff Dustin Heureman announces intentions to seek re-election to third term as Champaign County Sheriff

Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman has officially announced his intent to seek re-election for a third term as Sheriff of Champaign County. First elected in 2018 as an underdog candidate, Sheriff Heuerman has led the Sheriff’s Office with a focus on professionalism, ethics, and community engagement.

Community
8 months ago
‘One paycheck away’: SNAP cuts to push more Champaign families toward hunger

Thousands of Champaign County residents are at risk of facing food insecurity as a result of recent cuts to federal programs. 

Agriculture
8 months ago
Learn how you can support pollinators with Illinois Extension

Illinois Extension is inviting you to learn how you can support pollinators in your backyard!

Agriculture
8 months ago
U of I professor receives international recognition for agricultural research

Stephen Long, the U of I’s Ikenberry Endowed Chair Emeritus of Plant Biology and Crop Sciences, has been selected as a Top Agri-food Pioneer (TAP) for 2025 by the World Food Prize Foundation. The honor goes to trailblazers driving change in agriculture and global food security.

Crime
8 months ago
Driver arrested after fleeing police and stopping at residence on E. North Street in Monticello

On July 9, at approximately 6:38 a.m., a black Ford utility vehicle was observed disobeying a stop sign, prompting officers to initiate a traffic stop. The driver, however, refused to comply and fled the scene.

Community
8 months ago
Champaign community leaders honor Fire Chief Andy Quarnstrom at retirement reception

The Champaign Fire Department hosted a heartfelt retirement reception for Fire Chief Andy Quarnstrom at Station 1 earlier today. The event brought together members of the Champaign City Council, fire department personnel, and city staff to celebrate Quarnstrom’s nearly three decades of dedicated public service.