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Severe storms triggered tornado warnings, damage across east-central Illinois

Powerful system swept Midwest, bringing high winds, debris, and widespread alerts Friday night.

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U of I Men’s Basketball signs Wisconsin Mr. Basketball Zavier Zens

Illinois has signed Wisconsin Mr. Basketball Zavier Zens, a three-time state champion forward from Milwaukee, to its 2026 recruiting class.

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You Don’t Have to Smoke to Get Lung Cancer. Here’s What Else Puts You at Risk.

An OSF HealthCare oncologist outlines three reasons non-smokers are being diagnosed with lung cancer, from cooking fumes to genetic predispositions.

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Australian man finds his birth mother In Danville

"All these years I haven't had kids around or grandkids, and now I have three grandsons and 14 great grand kids."

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Ebertfest 2026 opens in Champaign with “The Last Dance” theme

Two-day film festival begins with opening remarks and full slate of screenings.

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Illinois unemployment ticks up in February as payrolls decline

Illinois' unemployment rate rose to 5.0% in February as the state shed nearly 18,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, according to the state's employment security agency.

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Barbara Flynn Currie, the first woman to serve as IL House majority leader, passes at 85

Trailblazing lawmaker served 40 years in IL House, 22 as majority leader.

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Bears have plenty of options in NFL draft in trying to improve team

The Bears could use some more help protecting Caleb Williams and taking down the other team's quarterback.

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Goodwill marks Earth Week with 11.6 million pounds diverted from landfills

Sustainability efforts highlight reuse impact and future expansion in Champaign.

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Andrej Stojaković announces return to Illinois for senior season

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Junior wing Andrej Stojaković announced Friday that he will return to Illinois for his senior…

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Champaign man arrested in November 2025 homicide investigation

Suspect taken into custody in Chicago with assistance from U.S. Marshals Service.

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Champaign Park District seeks clothing donations for eighth-grade graduation celebration

The district is collecting new or gently worn adult-sized dress clothing for students preparing to mark the transition to high school.

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Illinois State Fair arena tickets go on sale April 21

Rodeo, truck pulls and demolition derby headline 2026 entertainment lineup.

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City seeks public input on homelessness prevention blueprint snapshot

Survey open through May 15 aims to shape long-term housing strategy.

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Latin American history, pet custody bills advance in Springfield ahead of deadline

Lawmakers moving dozens of measures as legislature enters final 6-week stretch.

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Champaign County leaders honored among illinois’ outstanding young persons

Champaign police lieutenant and METCAD administrator recognized for professional excellence and community service.

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Community prepares to welcome thousands for Illinois race weekend

Annual event expected to boost local economy and bring traffic impacts.

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Rantoul airport selected for FAA Military Airport Program funding

Rantoul National Aviation Center eligible for an estimated $36.4 million in upgrades aimed at boosting civilian aviation capacity and long-term economic development.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule

The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.

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Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

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Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after Apple agrees to settle case for $250 million

Owners of some iPhones are in line to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company on Tuesday reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for false advertising of its artificial intelligence capabilities.

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BACH choir to perform four works inspired by Psalm 42

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — The Baroque Artists of Champaign-Urbana (BACH) will present a choral concert exploring themes of despair…

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Former Illini standout Tom Michael returns as Illinois deputy athletics director

Michael brings 12 years of experience as EIU athletic director back to Champaign.

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USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips

The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.

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Knicks crush the 76ers 137-98 to start the second round and keep up a historic postseason roll

Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his 35 points in the first half and the New York Knicks emphatically added to a historic postseason roll by overwhelming the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.