Business
1 year ago
Illinois State Treasurer’s Office returns $299 million in cash

“Putting money back in people’s pockets helps families and our state’s economy. This money belongs with its rightful owners,” Treasurer Frerichs said. “We have made it easier to file a claim in many cases and streamlined the system with the help of state lawmakers.”

Obituaries
1 year ago
Morris E. Trees

Morris entered the Navy after graduating from Unity of Tolono. He worked as a foreman for University of Illinois and later worked as a bus driver for Champaign MTD. He enjoyed Brazilian Jazz, ZZ Top, car & airplane shows and family time. He was a member of Sidney American Legion Post 212.

News
1 year ago
Small fire at Marketplace Mall in Champaign disrupts operations

A small fire caused by an HVAC unit broke out at Marketplace Mall on Tuesday afternoon, prompting an evacuation of the building.

IL State News
1 year ago
League of Women Voters hosts “Protect the Mahomet Aquifer” virtual program

The League of Women Voters of Champaign County kicks off its Spring 2025 Keeping It Local series with a program entitled “Protect the Mahomet Aquifer.”

Education
1 year ago
Centennial Senior to receive prestigious Congressional Award Gold Medal

Centennial High School Senior Nailah Mansury has been selected to receive the prestigious Congressional Award Gold Medal, one of the highest honors for youth in the United States.

Community
1 year ago
Tickets on sale for 16th annual Prom Benefit for Hunger Relief

Tickets are now available for the 16th Annual Prom Benefit for Hunger Relief, scheduled for Saturday, March 2, at the I Hotel & Conference Center in Champaign.

Obituaries
1 year ago
Patricia Jo Bohlen

Patricia Bohlen was preceded in death by her father, Jack Cleland, her mother and step-father Margaret and Paul Hartrick. Patti spent most of her life in Urbana, but she spent a handful of years in New York. She would always talk positively about her time in Gloversville, NY and about the friends she made there. Of course, her friends in Urbana were just as important to her. Throughout her life, Patti had multiple jobs. Most of which involved bookkeeping/accounting/office management, such as J.M Jones, WICD, and the YWCA. Patti loved reading, cooking and bingeing reality TV.

Community
1 year ago
Gregory Manzana announced as Deputy Chief of Police

“The Champaign Police Department has a history of leadership in our region and across our profession,” said Chief Tyler. “Today, I am proud to continue that legacy through the promotion of an exceptional leader by promoting Gregory Manzana to the role of Deputy Chief of Police.”

Community
1 year ago
Get Covered Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace enrollment deadline coming up

The Get Covered Illinois (GCI) Health Insurance Marketplace is having its last day of Open Enrollment on Wednesday, January 15.

Illinois men's basketball coach Brad Underwood talks about the improvements within the team.
News
1 year ago
Illinois men’s basketball drops to No. 19 in AP Top 25 ahead of road trip

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Illinois men’s basketball team has dropped several spots in […]