The Illinois Fighting Illini women’s basketball program is set to gain serious firepower for the 2025-26 season with the addition of two highly touted guards: Aaliyah Guyton and Maddie Webber. Head coach Shauna Green announced the signings as part of the program’s ongoing efforts to elevate its presence in the Big Ten.
PIATT COUNTY, IL (Chambana Today) – On Sunday, April 13, at approximately 3:21 p.m., […]
Community excitement is building as the 2025 Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend approaches, set to take place April 24–26. Thousands of runners, spectators, and volunteers will descend on Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy for one of the region’s most anticipated spring events.
The Voices of Freedom Speakers Showcase is back for its second year on Saturday, April 26, at the Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center. Hosted by Remind to Shine Motivational Media, the event highlights powerful, real-life stories from formerly incarcerated individuals who now serve as mentors, leaders, and advocates for change.
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Workers’ compensation is designed to support employees injured on […]
As prom season approaches, local teens and community members have something special to look forward to: the return of the C-U Prom Giveaway, a completely free event offering prom attire and accessories for all.
Two men from Grayville, Illinois, are in custody following a string of early morning burglaries at two Casey’s General Store locations in Champaign County. The first break-in occurred during the early hours of Saturday, April 12, at the Casey’s General Store located at 408 North Lincoln in Philo. Unknown suspects forced entry into the store and made off with various stolen items, including U.S. currency.
A unique and beloved tradition continues this month in downtown Champaign as the fourth annual #cuPromGiveaway kicks off, offering students the chance to pick out prom dresses, suits, shoes, accessories, and more — entirely free of charge.
The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, April 15 from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. to celebrate the grand opening of the Ujima Retreat Center, located at 4303 S. High Cross Road in rural Urbana.
They designed and painted three large-scale murals together. The project offered connection, growth, and a sense of purpose—both for the artists and the youth involved. The murals gave an enriching splash of color, with a heavy impact to the youth within those spaces.