Community
12 months ago
Danville Police arrest man with Indiana drug charge warrant during traffic stop

Compton found not to have the necessary license to possess and carry a firearm in Illinois and was charged for that violation. Officers then arrested Compton and took him to the Public Safety Building where he was booked for Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Wanted on a Warrant, and Driving While License suspended. 

Community
12 months ago
Danville men arrested at traffic stop for illegal cannabis and firearm

Through more investigation with Vermilion County Sherff’s K9 unit, officers found illegal cannabis along with a firearm with an illegally loaded magazine. Anderson and Jeffries were transported to the Public safety Building where Anderson was booked on Driving While License Revoked and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon.

News
12 months ago
Illinois parents embrace technology to track their children’s location, but concerns over privacy persist

As technology continues to play a major role in parenting, a recent survey reveals that a significant portion of Illinois residents are using tracking apps to monitor their children’s location.

Community
12 months ago
Champaign Fire Department hosts ice rescue technician training

The training will take place from January 24 and 25 at Kaufman Lake in Champaign. The instructors from Muddy River Divers will be teaching firefighters from the CFD, with other area fire departments the techniques for ice rescue.

Community
12 months ago
Urbana fatal crash suspect flees the scene, captured in Texas

Saenz-Suarez was  charged with Reckless Homicide and leaving the scene of a fatal injury crash.

Elections
12 months ago
Urbana voters invited to candidate forums for Mayor and City Council Ward 6 ahead of February primary

Urbana residents will have the chance to hear directly from candidates running for Mayor and City Council Ward 6 during an upcoming Candidate Forum on Thursday, January 30 at 7 p.m. The forum will be held at the Urbana City Council Chambers, located at 400 South Vine Street.

Community
12 months ago
American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations amid severe weather and wildfires

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, IL (Chambana Today) – The American Red Cross is urgently calling on […]

Business
12 months ago
Epic Burger celebrates Hallie Grossman’s legacy with a kindness campaign

Epic Burger, located at 1305 S. Neil Street in Champaign, is inviting the community to participate in an initiative in honor of Hallie Grossman, the daughter of the CEO who passed away.

Business
12 months ago
Promise Healthcare constructs new pharmacy at Frances Nelson Health Center

With the construction of the on-site pharmacy, patients can conveniently fill their prescriptions and reduce delays in treatment. Affordable medications will also expand to underserved populations.

Community
12 months ago
Experience Champaign-Urbana presents the 9th annual Restaurant Week

This celebration promotes the exploration of new restaurants and flavors across the Champaign-Urbana area. The menus for included restaurants are listed at curestaurantweek.org. There are a variety of international flavors as well as restaurants outside of the Champaign-Urbana area.