Crime
10 months ago
Danville woman arrested on firearm and drug charges after traffic stop

A Danville woman was arrested late Friday evening following a traffic stop that uncovered a stolen firearm and illegal substances. At around 9:45 p.m. on March 14, officers from the Danville Police Department’s Community Housing Unit (C.H.U.) stopped a vehicle in the area of W. English and N. Walnut Streets for a registration violation.

Crime
10 months ago
Man accused of killing two women in Urbana hit-and-run indicted by Grand Jury

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – 29-year-old Julio Bol, accused of killing two women in […]

News
10 months ago
Maryland dominates Illinois 88-65 in Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Chambana Today) – In a tough Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinal matchup, #11 […]

Business
10 months ago
Illinois Department of Employment Security announce unemployment rate stabilizes

“Despite significant uncertainty and disruption at the federal level, Illinois’ labor market and unemployment remained steady in January, and we’re encouraged to see 36,000 jobs created in Illinois compared to one year ago,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “Looking ahead, IDES and its state and local workforce partners continue to serve jobseekers and provide resources to bolster Illinois’ unmatched workforce.”

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Community
10 months ago
Dr. Fred Burke of OSF HealthCare shares top tips for preventing pneumonia

Left untreated, pneumonia can lead to sepsis or respiratory failure, leading to hospitalization, oxygen therapy, or even life support. Pneumonia can spread through respiratory droplets or contiminated surfaces. Washing your hands or sneezing into your elbow are essential to stop the spread. The pneumococcal vaccine is also an important tool that is recommended for people at higher risk—such as smokers, individuals with chronic illnesses like COPD, or those with weakened immune systems.

Crime
10 months ago
Two-month-old infant dies following multi-vehicle crash in Urbana

A two-month-old baby has passed away following a multi-vehicle crash in Urbana on Thursday night. The crash occurred at the intersection of Philo Road and Colorado Avenue, involving four vehicles, including a Chrysler Pacifica with a mother and her three children as passengers.

News
10 months ago
Four fire departments tackled field fire near Rising and Windsor Roads

A field fire that began as a controlled burn spread unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, prompting a swift response from four local fire departments in Champaign County. The Champaign Fire Department arrived on the scene near Rising and Windsor Roads just after noon, where the blaze had consumed about 10 acres of land. It took approximately an hour and a half to contain the fire, which posed a potential threat to nearby structures.

Business
10 months ago
The Burrito Lab brings fresh, authentic flavors to Champaign

A new restaurant in the heart of Champaign is creating fresh, authentic burritos, desserts, and walking tacos. The Burrito Lab, located at 209 E. University, is quickly becoming a go-to spot for those craving delicious, hand-crafted Mexican fare made from scratch.

Community
10 months ago
Danville school district opens laundry room for families in need

The Danville School District has launched a new initiative to support families experiencing hardships, including homelessness. A brand-new laundry room, located inside Mark Denman Elementary School, is now available for families in need, offering free access to washing and drying facilities to help students attend school with clean clothes.

News
10 months ago
Boswell leads Illinois to 106-94 victory over Iowa with career-high 24 points in Big Ten Tournament

Kylan Boswell’s career-high 24 points and stellar performances from four other Illinois players propelled the 24th-ranked Fighting Illini to a 106-94 victory over 15th-seeded Iowa in a thrilling second-round Big Ten Tournament game on Thursday night in Indianapolis.