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4 weeks ago in National
US government on brink of first shutdown in almost 7 years amid partisan standoff in Congress
A partisan standoff over health care and spending is threatening to trigger the first U.S. government shutdown in almost seven years, with Democrats and Republicans in Congress unable to find agreement even as thousands of federal workers stand to be furloughed or laid off.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
How to shop secondhand clothing sustainably and look cool doing it
More online platforms are giving secondhand shopping a digital upgrade, rolling out features like livestream shopping and AI-powered search to make thrifting faster and more exciting.
Champaign Fire Department launches Fire Prevention Week focused on lithium-ion battery safety
Mayor Feinen to kick off week-long campaign with proclamation, open house, and safety fair on October 5.
Danville man arrested in connection with September 25 shooting
Willie J. Danner, 31, charged with aggravated battery with a firearm following early morning incident.
Danville man arrested after hit-and-run injures 14-year-old pedestrian
Teen hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries; suspect identified through traffic camera footage.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Twins fire manager Rocco Baldelli after 70-92 season, missing playoffs in 4 of last 5 years
The Minnesota Twins fired manager Rocco Baldelli on Monday, ending his seven-year tenure that included three AL Central titles but only one playoff appearance over his final five seasons.
4 weeks ago in National
Trump takes his tariff war to the movies announcing 100% levies on foreign-made films
President Donald Trump says he will slap a 100% tax on movies made outside the United States — a vague directive aimed at protecting a business that America already dominates.
4 weeks ago in World
1 man killed in Cuba as Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto threaten Bahamas and Bermuda
Authorities in the Bahamas closed most schools Monday as Tropical Storm Imelda dropped heavy rain in the northern Caribbean, including over Cuba where landslides killed at least one man.
Bioeconomy U: How the University of Illinois is leading the next Industrial Revolution
From lab to land, Illinois is pioneering innovations in biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, and bio-based manufacturing.
Urbana Police hosting donation drive for Courage Connection
Community members are encouraged to drop off donations at the Urbana Police Department as part of the “Fill the Box for Courage Connection” campaign.
Illini set for 11 a.m. kickoff vs. #1 Ohio State on Oct. 11
Altmyer, Olano earn Big Ten weekly honors after dramatic win over USC.
Danville Police Emergency Response Unit to conduct training exercises Monday
Residents may notice increased police presence; officials stress there is no cause for alarm.
Illinois State Police report 49 citations during September night patrols in Vermilion, Macon Counties
Seatbelt and registration violations top the list as Illinois State Police focus on nighttime traffic safety.
State reparations commission to hold public hearing in Urbana-Champaign
Illinois ADCRC to hear public testimony and expert insight on reparative justice for descendants of enslaved black Americans.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Micah Parsons’ hyped return to Dallas ends with Cowboys and Packers in 40-40 tie
Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott both said winning was the only thing that mattered in the Green Bay pass rusher's hyped return to Dallas to face the Cowboys and their franchise quarterback.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco: ‘My wife in real life’
Selena Gomez has married music producer and songwriter Benny Blanco, announcing the news in an Instagram post showing the couple kissing and embracing on a lawn.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘One Battle After Another’ opens with $22.4 million
"One Battle After Another," Paul Thomas Anderson's widely acclaimed American epic of rebellion and resistance, opened with $22.4 million in ticket sales from North American theaters over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Latin superstar Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show
Bad Bunny will bring his Latin trap and reggaeton swagger to the NFL's biggest stage next year: The Grammy winner will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show in Northern California.
4 weeks ago in National
Government shutdown draws closer as congressional leaders head to the White House
Democratic and Republican congressional leaders are heading to the White House for a meeting with President Donald Trump on Monday in a late effort to avoid a government shutdown, but both sides have shown hardly any willingness to budge from their entrenched positions.
Illinois law prohibits sheriffs from assisting ICE with civil immigration enforcement. Some wish they could
CHICAGO, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As the U.S. government escalates immigration raids in Illinois and nationwide, some Illinois sheriffs are expressing…
