News
12 months ago
Mahomet residents reject proposed truck stop due to environmental concerns

The proposed Travel America truck stop in Mahomet has been officially withdrawn after facing significant opposition from local residents. The application to build the facility, which would have generated tax revenue for the village, was pulled, and the village board will no longer consider the project.

News
12 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Freezing weather and wind chills

It’s below freezing all week! The wind chill values are expected to drop down to the negatives fairly often, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), so make sure to layer up!

Community
12 months ago
UPDATE: Another victim of Urbana car crash dies

Another life was tragically taken due to the the car crash that took place in Urbana at the intersection of University and Coler Avenue.

Community
12 months ago
Severe Urbana traffic crash results in tragic fatality

On Sunday, January 19, the Urbana Police Department (UPD) responded to a severe traffic crash at the intersection of University and Coler Avenue.

News
12 months ago
No. 22 Michigan State beats Illinois women’s basketball at the State Farm Center

No. 22 Michigan State women’s basketball beat Illinois 86-68 on Sunday at the State Farm Center. The Spartans secured their third straight victory and their second consecutive Big Ten road win, improving to 15-3 overall and 5-2 in conference play.

News
12 months ago
No. 12 Michigan State edges No. 19 Ilinois in 80-78 Big Ten clash

EAST LANSING, MI (Chambana Today) – No. 12 Michigan State narrowly defeated No. 19 […]

Education
12 months ago
Campus Middle School for Girls to host an Open House on February 5

Campus Middle School for Girls invites prospective students and their families to attend its upcoming Open House event on Tuesday, February 5. The event will take place from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM on the school’s campus, located at 108 S. Webber Street, Urbana. 

Crime
12 months ago
20-year-old woman killed in high-speed crash at Urbana intersection; driver flees scene

In the early hours of Sunday, January 19, 2025, a fatal collision occurred at the intersection of University Avenue and Coler Avenue in Urbana, leaving one dead and others injured.

Community
12 months ago
Danville Police arrest two individuals for illegal stolen firearm

The Danville Police Department would like to remind the public that all subjects arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Individuals with more information on this incident can contact the Danville Police Department at 217-431-2250 or Vermilion County Crimestoppers anonymously online at vccrimestoppers.org, using the mobile app P3TIPS, or by calling 217-446-TIPS (8477).

Community
12 months ago
Danville man arrested for illegal cannabis and a firearm

Applegate was promptly arrested and transported to the Vermilion County Public Safety Building on charges of Illegal Possession of Adult Use of Cannabis in a Motor Vehicle and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon.