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Community
12 months ago
WEEKEND ROUNDUP – Quilts, Boneyard arts, Gameday Spirit, and Spurlock

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Whether you’re running for a cause, shopping at the […]

Crime
12 months ago
Champaign man pleads guilty to disseminating child pornography

A Champaign man who volunteered for youth organizations and performed as a DJ has pleaded guilty to selling child pornography. With his plea, eight other counts of child-pornography charges against Dante J. Scott, 29, were dismissed. As part of the plea agreement, he will serve 20 years in prison, instead of the standard maximum of 30 years. 

Community
12 months ago
2025 Mayoral Recognition Program enrollment opens up

The program is open to any UHS Student who commits to a minimum of 30 hours of volunteer service during the academic year. Students with 30 hours of service will receive a Certificate of Service. Students with 50, 75 or 100 hours of service will also earn bronze, silver or gold status and receive an additional recognition item. All participants will be recognized at the Mayoral Service Recognition Ceremony on April 16, 2025.

Food Scene
12 months ago
Multiple local restaurants receive Yellow Food Safety Alerts following inspections

On March 27, Tenkyu in Champaign received a yellow alert after a health inspector found multiple violations, including cross-contamination of raw seafood and meats stored improperly. This marks the third consecutive inspection with similar violations. Tenkyu has been given a follow-up inspection in the coming days.

Crime
12 months ago
Gibson City Police investigate teacher in GCMS District amid parent complaints

GIBSON CITY, IL (Chambana Today) – The Gibson City Police Department is investigating a […]

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Community
12 months ago
Urbana Spring Leaf Collection starts April 7

This occurs for one week only. Only leaves and non-woody plant materials accepted. No brush, branches, sod, or other materials are allowed. Leaves must be placed in paper lawn and garden bags. Bagged leaves are required to be set curbside the night before your collection day. Questions may be directed to U-Cycle at 217-384-2302. 

Community
12 months ago
Ryan Thompsen to honor late brother at Christie Clinic Illinois Half Marathon

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Ryan Thompsen will participate in this year’s elite field […]

Community
12 months ago
Winner of $349 million Illinois Lottery jackpot yet to claim ticket

“It’s the talk of the town, and the store is still buzzing with excitement”, said Kim Shaw, Casey’s District Manager. “This is the biggest jackpot-winning ticket our store has ever sold. We’re thrilled for the winner, and selfishly, we hope it’s one of our regular customers—keeping the winnings in the community would make it even more special.”

News
12 months ago
Updated race route unveiled for 2025 Urbana-Champaign Marathon, all events begin and end on UIUC campus

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – The 2025 Urbana-Champaign Marathon is introducing a new race […]

Education
12 months ago
Gibson City Melvin Sibley middle school closed due to sewage backup, e-learning day in effect

Gibson City Melvin Sibley (GCMS) Middle School will be closed today due to a sewage backup.