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2 weeks ago in Sports
Australia, New Zealand drawn into same group at 2027 Rugby World Cup
Host Australia and three-time champion New Zealand were drawn into the same group Wednesday for the expanded Rugby World Cup in 2027, with the winner likely to meet defending champion South Africa in the quarterfinals.
Powerball Jackpot hits $775 Million as Illinois Lottery hosts Ticket Grab event in Springfield
Fans lined up at Qik n EZ for a chance at free tickets as jackpot became second largest of the year.
2 weeks ago in Music, Trending
Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and Bad Bunny has dethroned Taylor Swift as most-streamed artist
The holiday season is here, and with it, a present for fans of end of year data and marketing: Spotify Wrapped is here! And Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny has been named its most-played artist for a fourth time, dethroning Taylor Swift.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Chris Paul says the Clippers are sending him home from their road trip in a shocking late-night move
Chris Paul says the Los Angeles Clippers are sending him home from their road trip, putting a shocking twist on what is expected to be the veteran point guard's final NBA season.
Illini dominate Bellarmine 90–41 behind Parchment’s double-double
Freshman posts career-high 12 boards as Illinois improves to 6–0 at home.
Cunningham Children’s Home marked 130 years with Giving Tuesday appeal
Former resident’s longtime holiday tradition showed the lasting impact of compassion.
Ella Langley set to play the Illinois State Fair
The breakout country star is locked in to play the Illinois State Fair in August of next year.
ACE Awards celebrate champions of Champaign County arts
Six honorees recognized at City Center ceremony for transformative work in advocacy, creativity, education, and community impact
Champaign City Council rejects public camping ordinance after strong community opposition
Plan criticized for targeting homeless residents is voted down unanimously after packed meeting and hours of debate.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Serena Williams says she is not coming back to tennis
Serena Williams threw cold water on the idea that she might be preparing to return to tennis, writing on social media Tuesday that she is "NOT coming back," after a spokesman for the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said the 23-time Grand Slam champion had registered with the sport's drug-testing body.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ to feature Chappell Roan, Mariah Carey, Post Malone and Maren Morris
Mariah Carey, Post Malone, Chappell Roan, Demi Lovato and Maren Morris will help ring in the new year on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve," with additional performances by 50 Cent, Charlie Puth, OneRepublic and Pitbull.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Dua Lipa’s Mexico concerts come with specialty tacos, hot sauce and margaritas
Dua Lipa's three concerts in Mexico are accompanied by an exclusive culinary experience: a pop-up taqueria named La Dua, complete with hot sauce and margaritas.
City of Champaign to begin yard waste collection December 8
Residents in both Blue and Orange Zones should place bags curbside by 6 a.m. Monday.
Champaign rallies for Giving Tuesday: Local nonprofits step up to help neighbors in need
From food pantries to clothing programs, area organizations invite donations and volunteers to make a difference this holiday season.
Powerball jackpot soars to $775 million ahead of Wednesday drawing
Illinois players already cash in big as anticipation builds for one of the largest prizes in Powerball history.
Danville police announce arrest in 2018 double homicide
Dakota Patton is charged with first-degree murder in deaths of LaTrey Reed and Taniyah Williams.
Illinois honored with Global Startup Ecosystem Award for Innovation Leadership
State recognized in Paris for excellence in talent, research, investment, and industry support across five categories.
I-74 eastbound ramp at Lynch Road closed for crash recovery
Drivers urged to find alternate routes; closure expected to last 2–3 hours.
Champaign activates sidewalk snow removal ordinance after winter storm
Property owners in Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown must clear sidewalks by 10 a.m. Wednesday; Safe Routes to School emphasized.
2 weeks ago in National
Luigi Mangione due in court as fight continues over evidence in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing case
Luigi Mangione is due back in court on Tuesday for the second day of a hearing in his bid to bar New York prosecutors from using evidence that they say links him to last year's killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
