A new bill in Illinois, known as the Homeschool Act, seeks to address concerns over the state’s lack of regulation for homeschooling families, aiming to ensure children are receiving an adequate education and are protected from potential harm.
“Gardening is not limited to outside in the summer, says Horticulture Program Coordinator Beth Miglin. “You might be amazed by how many food crops you can actually grow indoors.”
19-year-old Tyjohn Williams was sentenced to over five decades in prison on Monday after being convicted of the 2022 murder of Lyft driver Kristian Philpotts. Williams was found guilty of four counts of first-degree murder following a bench trial in November.
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has recognized four educators from the Champaign Unit 4 School District with the prestigious 2025 Those Who Excel Awards. These awards celebrate the dedication, innovation, and impact of exceptional educators across the state.
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The League of Women Voters of Champaign County is […]
Wednesday is a 9-month-old female Domestic Shorthair cat weighing at 8.62 lbs. She is a sweet little girl who is full of love waiting for you at the Champaign County Humane Society (CCHS). Wednesday was unfortunately relinquished because her former caretaker could no longer care for her. She can be a bit shy, but Wednesday will solicit attention and plenty of pets. If you’re interested, swing by CCHS and say hi!
For the third consecutive year, the Fighting Illini earned a first-round bye, ensuring they will start postseason play on Thursday, March 6, at 5:30 p.m. (central time.) Illinois will face the winner of the first-round matchup between Nebraska (No. 10) and Rutgers (No. 15).
Brett, CEO and Vice President of Savior Roofing, explains that the primary benefit of hiring a professional roofer like Savior Roofing is safety. “When you ascend to your roof, you want to make sure you’re using safe practices, and you also need to know what to look for,” Brett says. Many roofs may not need a full replacement, but simple repairs could go unnoticed without professional help. “It’s important to get an honest contractor to assess the roof properly,” he adds.
Ready to learn about your ancestors? Join Intro to Ancestry | Tuesdays at Ten at the Champaign Public Library on Tuesday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m. Cat Purcell will lead us through using library tools and databases to research your family ancestry. Ready to build your business? Visit Business & Career Help | Drop-in at Douglass Branch at the Champaign Public Library on Tuesday, March 4 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Drop in on the first Tuesday of the month to get your business and career-related questions answered!
The Illinois women’s basketball team wrapped up their regular season with a frustrating 89-71 loss to No. 16 Michigan on Sunday afternoon at the State Farm Center. The Wolverines erased a three-point deficit heading into the final quarter with a dominant 30-18 performance, securing the victory in the Big Ten finale.