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News
1 year ago
Genesis Bryant earns Big Ten Co-Player of the Week honors after Illinois’ 3-0 week

Genesis Bryant has been named Big Ten Co-Player of the Week for the third time in her career after leading Illinois to a 3-0 week, including two road wins and the program’s first-ever victory over Maryland. The announcement came on Monday from the Big Ten conference office.

News
1 year ago
Huge honors for Freshmen Illinois men’s basketball players Riley and Jakucionis

Illinois basketball is getting strong performances from its freshman class as Will Riley was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week on Monday, and Kasparas Jakucionis earned a spot on the Oscar Robertson Trophy Midseason Watch List.

Community
1 year ago
Experience-CU presents the Champaign County African American Heritage Trail Bus Tour

The tour takes place from 10:00 a.m. to noon departing at Champaign’s Douglass Center at 504 E. Grove St. Entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child aged 17 and under. Reservations are required at ccafricanamericanheritage.org/community-tours.

News
1 year ago
Urbana firefighters contain blaze at 2017 Philo Road apartment building

At approximately 7:30 a.m. this morning, the Urbana Fire Department responded to a fire at 2017 Philo Road, a three-story apartment building.

Education
1 year ago
High school student journalist will get a behind-the-scenes look at news production

For high school students interested in pursuing journalism, hands-on experience is invaluable. One lucky student in the Champaign-Urbana area will get the chance to learn about online newswriting, as well as radio broadcast news.

Pet of the Week
1 year ago
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Miss Pink, an adorable bundle of joy

Miss Pink is a 10-month-old female Terrier, Pit Bull / Catahoula Leopard Dog weighing at 46.2 lbs. She is full of joy and loves to play!

Crime
1 year ago
MONTHLY CRIME REPORT SUMMARY: JANUARY

In January, Chambana Today reported on a series of incidents and crime-related issues across Champaign, Vermilion, Iroquois, and Piatt counties. Below is a summary of the major stories covered by our newsroom throughout the month:

Community
1 year ago
Hands-only CPR training offered by Christie Clinic: Learn life-saving skills

The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Team is offering a free Hands-Only CPR training session on Saturday, February 8, to help equip community members with the knowledge and skills needed to save lives in emergencies.

News
1 year ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Cloudy with rain

It’s warming up a little bit, but don’t forget those coats during the night! According to the National Weather Service (NWS), you can expect a high near 57 and a low around 22.

News
1 year ago
Savoy man dies in single-vehicle crash; authorities investigating possible impairment

Emergency responders from the Savoy Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office arrived at the scene to provide assistance. McAfee, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle and not wearing a seatbelt, was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.