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Elections
1 year ago
Champaign councilman apologizes for posting swastika, but won’t step down from seat

Dozens of community members spoke on Tuesday night about how they felt after Champaign Councilman Davion Williams posted a swastika on Facebook last Friday. Williams, a representative for District 1, listened as residents, faith leaders, and fellow council members asked him to step down from the council. While Williams publicly apologized and acknowledged the harm he caused, he ultimately refused to step down from his position despite numerous calls to do so.

Business
1 year ago
Ujima Retreat Center: A sanctuary for healing and reconnection

The Center is designed so guests can immerse themselves in nature and recharge, away from the daily pressures of life.

Crime
1 year ago
Three suspects wanted for retail theft at Champaign Meijer

Anyone with information about this incident or the identity of the suspects is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (217) 373-8477. You may also use the champaigncountycrimestoppers.org website. Information can be provided anonymously, and tips that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.

College
1 year ago
UIUC study links traffic issues with unhealthy eating

The study, “Slow traffic, fast food: The effects of time lost on food store choice,” is published in the Journal of Urban Economics [DOI: 10.1016/j.jue.2025.103737]. Authors include Panka Bencsik of Vanderbilt University, Lester Lusher of the University of Pittsburgh and IZA, and Becca Taylor.

Community
1 year ago
Cunningham’s Children’s Home celebrates the success of Julien

Julien, a student who mentored younger students at Cunningham’s Gerber School, transitioned to Urbana High School. With uncertainty, he started with a single photography class. There were challenges and he would occasionally refute going to class, but he always went.

Community
1 year ago
That’s What She Said returns to Parkland College Theatre for a night of storytelling

The highly anticipated production That’s What She Said (TWSS) will return to Parkland College Theatre, at 2400 W. Bradley Avenue in Champaign, on February 8.

Elections
1 year ago
Champaign City Council member apologizes for controversial Facebook post, commits to unity

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – In a apology letter to the community, City Council […]

Community
1 year ago
East-Central Illinois communities rally around local cancer fighters on World Cancer Day

EAST-CENTRAL ILLINOIS (Chambana Today) – February 4 is World Cancer Day, and several local […]

Community
1 year ago
Urbana High School hosts the Polar Plunge

In previous years, UHS has participated in the plunge at the Lake of The Woods in Mahomet. The event is put on by Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run, who is partnered with Special Olympics throughout the year.

News
1 year ago
University of Washington names Illinois Chancellor Robert J. Jones as next President

The University of Washington (UW) Board of Regents announced on Monday that Robert J. Jones, currently serving as Chancellor at the University of Illinois, has been selected as the institution’s 34th president. His five-year contract will begin on August 1.  Jones’ appointment marks a significant milestone as he becomes the first African American to lead the University of Washington.