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News
11 months ago
Pet(s) of the Week: This week, two dogs went to their forever homes

This morning, Whiskey, or gentle giant, topping off at 102 pounds, went home to his dad, mom, and 1 1/2-year-old human sister. He had nothing but love for everyone at the radio center, and you can tell he loves his new dad so much. Luna also went home today – but we didn’t have to look far for her new mom. She will be living her best life with Illini Media Group’s VP/General Manager, Jamie Ulrey. 

Community
11 months ago
Champaign City Council cancels June 3 meeting, schedules special session for June 10

The City Council meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 3 has been officially cancelled, according to a notice released by the City of Champaign. In its place, a Special Regular Meeting and Post Council Study Session has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 10 at 7:00 p.m.

IL State News
11 months ago
Pritzker vows to veto budget with broad tax hikes as lawmakers try to close $300M gap

With the July 1 deadline looming, Governor J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday drew a firm line in Illinois’ tense budget negotiations, declaring he will veto any spending plan that includes broad tax hikes on individuals, corporations, or sales.

IL State News
11 months ago
Illinois iLottery player wins $1.67 million in FastPlay Jackpot

One lucky Illinois iLottery player is now over $1.67 million richer after hitting the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot, a FastPlay progressive game offered by the Illinois Lottery.

Agriculture
11 months ago
Illinois offers $679K in grants to boost specialty crops and support underserved farmers

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is set to distribute more than $679,000 in federal funding over the next three years to bolster the state’s specialty crop industry, with a focus on supporting small, new, veteran, and underserved farmers and communities.

News
11 months ago
Motorcyclist killed in Danville crash after vehicle fails to yield

A 46-year-old Danville man died Wednesday afternoon following a collision between his motorcycle and a Honda CRV at the intersection of S. Gilbert Street and Bluff Street, authorities reported.

Community
11 months ago
Experience Champaign-Urbana hosting African American Heritage Bus Tour

The tour takes place on Friday, June 13, to celebrate Juneteenth. The tour gives participants an opportunity to explore significant African American landmarks in the region, with stories, landmarks, and contributions in the community. The ECU is partnering with The Family Room, a non-profit organization serving families with foster children or children in transition to provide care packs, clean clothes, and other necessities.

Community
11 months ago
Cunningham Children’s Home needs your help for renovation

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Cunningham Children’s Home is transforming spaces to make healing […]

Education
11 months ago
Central High School offers yearbook corrections after Israel omission

Central High School is offering reprints and corrections of the 2024-25 yearbook after Israel was omitted from a world map in a section of the book. 

Community
11 months ago
Downtown Champaign hosting Friday Night Live

Friday Night Live is a free free street-side performance series featuring multiple bands every week. It will be held every Friday from 6:00p.m. to 9:00 p.m. starting May 30 through August 22. Performances will be held at the intersections of Main & Fremont, Neil & Park, One Main Plaza, and Market & Taylor in Downtown Champaign. Friday Night Live includes a mix of rock, folk, bluegrass, jazz, R&B, funk, hip-hop, country, indie, and blues.