Community
11 months ago
16th Annual Prom Benefit raises funds for Eastern Illinois Foodbank, providing over 381,000 meals

The 16th Annual Prom Benefit for the Eastern Illinois Foodbank, held Saturday night, raised crucial funds to support the fight against food insecurity, providing over 381,000 meals to individuals in need. The event, which continues to be a beloved tradition in the community, saw attendees celebrating with a Mardi Gras theme and a night of fun, all while supporting a vital cause.

Community
11 months ago
Country music star Travis Tritt performing at the Champaign County Fair

James Travis Tritt is a Grammy-winning artist known for his signature blend of country, Southern rock, and blues. He will be joined by rising star Tyler Braden. The performance will take place at the Champaign County Fairgrounds starting at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are now on sale with various seating options available:

Crime
11 months ago
FATAL ACCIDENT UPDATE: Coroner releases victim’s name

Champaign County Coroner Laurie Brauer has identified the man who died after being struck by a motor vehicle on March 4 in Champaign. James McCammon, 58, was pronounced dead at 6:26 p.m. in the Carle Foundation Hospital Emergency Department in Urbana. 

Agriculture
11 months ago
UIUC ACES program allows students to explore Panamá and Ecuador

“Traveling to Ecuador was genuinely one of the best experiences I have had in my life. It was so much fun to build meaningful relationships with my classmates and members of the Ecuadorian communities we visited,” said Ansley Faivre, a participant of the program.

News
11 months ago
Champaign City Council member faces controversy as Davion Williams continues absence

The Champaign City Council met on Tuesday evening with one member noticeably absent — Councilman Davion Williams. This marks the third consecutive meeting that Williams has missed, following a series of controversies that have led to growing calls for his resignation.

Crime
11 months ago
Fatal hit-and-run traffic accident on North Market Street; driver arrested

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that […]

Business
11 months ago
Stout’s Building Services offers durable and beautiful Epoxy concrete coatings for homes and businesses

Stout’s Building Services, a family-owned company based in Urbana, is providing a high-quality solution for concrete floors with their decorative epoxy concrete coatings. Whether it’s for residential, commercial, or industrial spaces, epoxy coatings offer an easy-to-maintain and durable flooring option that’s both cost-effective and aesthetically pleasing.

Education
11 months ago
Champaign Fire Department responds to fire at Parkland College

The Champaign Fire Department quickly contained a fire at Parkland College on Tuesday, March 4, at 1:37 p.m. The fire broke out in a fume extractor and dust collector outside Building “T” at 2400 W. Bradley Ave.

Education
11 months ago
Urbana School District 116 announces new principals for 2025-26 school year

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Urbana School District 116 is set to welcome three […]

News
11 months ago
Champaign police investigate vehicle vs. pedestrian crash on N. Market Street

Champaign Police continue to investigate a vehicle versus pedestrian traffic crash that occurred in the 500 block of N. Market Street on Tuesday night. Emergency responders reported to the scene, and traffic in the area was diverted for a short time as officers work to determine the cause of the collision.