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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.

News
1 year ago
Illinois women’s basketball beat Maryland after going 0-17 all time against them

Illinois denied Maryland coach Brenda Frese her 600th victory at the school. Maryland has lost four of five while Illinois has won four in a row. Bryant finished with 20 points.

News
1 year ago
Will Riley powers No. 18 Illinois to victory with second-half comeback against Ohio State

Will Riley ignited a second-half surge, scoring 20 of his 24 points to help No. 18 Illinois rally from an 11-point deficit and secure an 87-79 win over Ohio State on Sunday.

Elections
1 year ago
UPDATE: Champaign City Council condemns actions of fellow councilman featuring a swastika

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign City Council member Davion Williams faced backlash on […]

College
1 year ago
Parkland College is hosting the U.S. National Civics Bee

The Civics Bee is an opportunity for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students to show off their knowledge of civics and government. Students who are knowledgeable in civics education develop soft skills employers need.

Elections
1 year ago
Champaign City Council member faces backlash posting swastika on Facebook

Champaign City Council member Davion Williams is facing significant criticism after updating his Facebook profile picture to a swastika earlier today. The symbol, widely associated with hate and violence due to its use by Nazi Germany, sparked outrage among community members who quickly condemned the post.

Community
1 year ago
Help Cheese, the Pekin duck, heal from a hawk attack

Cheese, a Pekin duck, had a rough start in life. Abandoned around Easter last year at a retention basin, she was malnourished, over-mated, and struggling to survive. An Urbana resident stepped in to rescue her, and after a long journey, Cheese finally found a safe, loving home. 

IL State News
1 year ago
Child support program marks 50 years of serving Illinois families

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Child Support Services Program (ICSSP) is celebrating […]

News
1 year ago
Nebraska upsets #18 Illinois with 80-74 overtime win

Nebraska (13-8, 3-7) defeated #18 Illinois (14-7, 6-5) 80-74 in overtime, snapping the Illini’s nine-game win streak over the Huskers. The loss also broke Illinois’ three-game win streak at Pinnacle Bank Arena.