College
1 year ago
Parkland College trustees approve FY25 tax levy, president’s contract

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Parkland College Board of Trustees made several significant […]

Community
1 year ago
Illinois State Police announces results of Distracted Driving Enforcement Program

The patrol provided extra coverage for ISP officers to focus on reducing serious crashes and enforcing distracted driving laws. This project was funded through Illinois Department of Transportation. The results are displayed below:

Community
1 year ago
Champaign City Council approves new homeless shelter

The Champaign City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to convert a business center on S. Mattis Ave. into a homeless shelter.

Business
1 year ago
Willard Airport to begin capital improvements in 2025

There are three different projects in the planning stages at Willard Airport in Savoy. The Commercial Airline Terminal Rehabilitation Project will replace two roof sections and two escalators, and repair worn-out pavement on aviation aprons where the planes are parked, serviced, and boarded.

Teen accused of shooting Lyft driver charged on all counts.
Crime
1 year ago
Teenager found guilty on all counts of 2022 murder of Urbana Lyft driver

 A teenager accused of murdering a Lyft driver in Urbana has been found guilty on all charges.

Community
1 year ago
IDNR issues technology use warning for hunters this season

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources urges hunters to be mindful of the rules and best practices when using technology while hunting. This includes the use of drones for recovering wildlife, artificial intelligence for reviewing hunting laws, and e-bikes to access hunting sites. The use of drones for any aspect of hunting is illegal in Illinois.

Community
1 year ago
Champaign County Sheriff’s Office gives their top tips for winter driving

Response times may also be delayed due to the hazardous weather. The Sheriff’s Office may also issue traffic citations for “driving too fast for conditions” if drivers do not exercise caution under the dangerous weather.

Crime
1 year ago
Illinois State Police arrest Watseka man on charges of child sexual abuse material

He is being held in Iroquois County pending an arraignment hearing in court. This investigation is a collaborative effort between the Illinois Attorney General’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, the Iroquois County Sheriff’s Office, the Watseka Police Department, the Iroquois County State’s Attorney’s Office, and ISP.

Community
1 year ago
Urbana Park District partners with OSF HealthCare to enhance community wellness

The Urbana Park District and OSF HealthCare Heart of Mary Medical Center have announced a five-year, $150,000 partnership aimed at promoting health and wellness in the community.

Business
1 year ago
National virtual career fair for veterans

ILLINOIS (Chambana Today) – Veterans, transitioning military members, military spouses, and dependents are invited to […]