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News
1 year ago
Understanding workers’ compensation: Insights from Dr. David Fletcher

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Workers’ compensation is designed to support employees injured on […]

Community
1 year ago
C-U Prom giveaway returns with free dresses, accessories, and more for 2025 season

As prom season approaches, local teens and community members have something special to look forward to: the return of the C-U Prom Giveaway, a completely free event offering prom attire and accessories for all.

Crime
1 year ago
Two arrested after twin Casey’s burglaries in Champaign County; $8K recovered

Two men from Grayville, Illinois, are in custody following a string of early morning burglaries at two Casey’s General Store locations in Champaign County. The first break-in occurred during the early hours of Saturday, April 12, at the Casey’s General Store located at 408 North Lincoln in Philo. Unknown suspects forced entry into the store and made off with various stolen items, including U.S. currency.

Community
1 year ago
Thousands of free prom outfits return to Champaign: CU Prom Giveaway expands for fourth year

A unique and beloved tradition continues this month in downtown Champaign as the fourth annual #cuPromGiveaway kicks off, offering students the chance to pick out prom dresses, suits, shoes, accessories, and more — entirely free of charge.

Business
1 year ago
Ujima Retreat Center to celebrate grand opening with ribbon cutting April 15

The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, April 15 from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. to celebrate the grand opening of the Ujima Retreat Center, located at 4303 S. High Cross Road in rural Urbana.

Community
1 year ago
Champaign artist Leslie Kimble paints Juvenile Detention Center murals

They designed and painted three large-scale murals together. The project offered connection, growth, and a sense of purpose—both for the artists and the youth involved. The murals gave an enriching splash of color, with a heavy impact to the youth within those spaces.

Community
1 year ago
University of Illinois Extension presents Springtime Walks & Talks 

The program is free, but registration is encouraged so you can be made aware of inclement weather-related location changes. Visit go.illinois.edu/SpringWalks for more information or register.

Community
1 year ago
Champaign County Children’s Advocacy Center hosting Open House

“We are committed to protecting and supporting children who have experienced abuse,” said Elizabeth Lebs, Family Advocate. “By opening our doors to the public and the media, we aim to raise awareness of the services available and encourage our community to take an active role in child abuse prevention.”

Crime
1 year ago
Champaign woman arrested for aggravated DUI in crash that killed infant

Urbana Police have arrested Kartila Brooks, 40, of Champaign, for Aggravated DUI and DUI drugs in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on March 13 at the intersection of Philo Road and Colorado Avenue. The crash claimed the life of a two-month-old infant.

Business
1 year ago
Local restaurants hit hard by rise in “Friendly Fraud” chargebacks

Several Champaign-Urbana restaurants, including Sun Singer, Suzu’s Bakery, and Sushi Siam, are seeing a surge in fraudulent online orders—forcing at least one to halt its delivery and online payment services.