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4 weeks ago in Music

LL Cool J takes the mic for the 2025 MTV VMAs, where Lady Gaga rules nominations

LL Cool J has snagged wins, co-hosted and performed atop the MTV Video Music Awards stage. Now, the Grammy-winning rapper-actor-author is going...

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Clock ticking for Small Business Grant applications in Champaign County

But with only a few days left, local leaders are urging eligible businesses not to miss out.

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U of I Vet Med Open House coming October 5

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The University of Illinois’s college of Veterinary Medicine will be hosting its annual open house…

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Girl Scouts of Central Illinois celebrating Grand Opening of Champaign Service Center on August 24

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Girl Scouts of Central Illinois (GCSI) is holding the grand opening celebration of its…

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U of I quarterback Luke Altmyer named to Manning Award watchlist

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer has been named to the preseason watch list for the 2025…

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Urbana Police Department Launches Live-Response Crisis Co-Response Team

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Urbana Police Department announced the official launch of its new live-response model for its…

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Champion Youth Livestock helps feed Illinois families in new state fair partnership

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The 2025 Illinois State Fair’s sale of champions showcased the top livestock from Illinois 4-H…

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Pens to Lens coming back to Champaign to highlight youth filmmakers

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A student screenwriting and filmmaking competition is coming back for another season in 2025! Support…

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Eastbound Kirby Avenue to close August 18 for tree removal work near U of I

During this time, all eastbound traffic will be detoured.

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Manhunt continues for 70-year-old suspect in shooting of two officers in Gibson City

The deputy, a six-year veteran, sustained gunshot wounds to the left knee and arm. The GCPD officer, on the force for one year, was hit in the left hip.

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Why dog poop is more dangerous for your lawn than you think

Dog poop can cause serious damage to your lawn, harm the environment, and even pose health risks to you and your family. 

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Pet of the Week: Meet Roger and Tommy, the sweetest, softest kittens

Check-out Duane Shannon and the WIXY Facebook feed every Thursday morning for the latest video.

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“Walk As One”: Champaign Coalition unites for youth, justice, and community wellbeing

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today)— With a call to “Walk As One,” the Champaign Community Coalition gathered for its September meeting,…

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Mayor Deshawn Williams marks first 100 days with vision and groundwork for Urbana’s future

Since taking office, Williams said his administration has been guided by a clear goal: aligning city government with the community’s shared priorities.

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Section of I-57 northbound near Paxton still closed; one injured

Traffic is being diverted while the investigation and recovery efforts continue.

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Back to school fair coming to Urbana

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A “Community Back to School Fair” will be taking place in Urbana later this month.…

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Gibson City gears up for 5th Annual Summer Bash — A rockin’ thank you to the community

GIBSON CITY, Ill. (Chambana Today) – As another Illinois summer winds down, Gibson City is once again tuning up for…

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Rosecrance Therapies expands Behavioral Health Services with Acquisition of Ascend CHC

The acquisition marks a strategic step in Rosecrance’s continued mission to provide holistic behavioral health care across Illinois.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Why many Americans are rethinking alcohol, according to a new Gallup poll

Fewer Americans are reporting that they drink alcohol amid a growing belief that even moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk, according to a Gallup poll released Wednesday.

4 weeks ago in World

Zelenskyy and other European leaders to speak with Trump ahead of his Friday summit with Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday arrived in Berlin for talks with the German chancellor and virtual meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and other European leaders ahead of Friday's planned summit between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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3 hours ago in Sports

Eagles’ Jalen Carter avoids suspension, is fined $57,222 for spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Jalen Carter was fined $57,222 by the NFL but avoided another suspension after spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott seconds into the league's season opener Thursday night.

3 hours ago in National

Kiko weakens into a tropical storm but brings dangerous surf to Hawaii

Tropical Storm Kiko was creating high surf and rip currents for parts of Hawaii even as the system weakened just to the north of the islands, forecasters said.

3 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Apple has unveiled its iPhone 17 lineup, including the first iPhone Air. Here’s what’s new

Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is here. The tech giant on Tuesday unveiled four new models that mark the latest editions to its marquee product.

10 hours ago in National

Hegseth and Caine visit Puerto Rico as US steps up military operations in the Caribbean

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Puerto Rico on Monday for an unexpected visit as the U.S. steps up its military operations against drug cartels in the Caribbean.

10 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81

Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has died after a long battle with cancer, the band said Monday. He was 81.