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Illinois passes Alicia’s Law to boost internet crimes against children investigations

Illinois becomes the 13th state to adopt Alicia’s Law.

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Illinois State Police continue search for armed suspect in shooting of two officers in Gibson City

GIBSON CITY, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois State Police (ISP) are actively searching for 70-year-old David Jordan, who is…

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TRAFFIC ALERT – URBANA

URBANA, Ill (Chambana Today) – As of 1:38 PM, there’s a crash on I-74 westbound at Cunningham Avenue causing a…

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Neko Case announces Virginia Theatre stop on 2026 tour

Case is widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative voices in American music.

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Illinois Football ranked #12 in AP Preseason Poll, highest since 1990

The hype is fueled by the return of 16 starters — tied for the most in the nation.

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Red Cross issues back-to-school safety tips as volunteers assist families after home fires

The American Red Cross is reminding families to take extra precautions to ensure a safe start to the school year.

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Kenwood families celebrate the start to the school year with Back-to-School Bash & Carnival

The strong sense of community and support was on full display, setting a positive tone for the new school year.

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Why Facebook Isn’t Enough — And three smart ways to make the most of your page insights

Changes to algorithms, audience behavior, or platform policies can reduce your visibility overnight.

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Tuscola gears up for 2nd Annual Family Fun Day on August 30

Visitors can enjoy a packed schedule of activities including a golf cart parade, vendors, inflatables, face painting, live music, and kids crafts and contests.

4 weeks ago in World

A heatwave scorches parts of Europe and fans wildfire threat in France

A heat wave gripped parts of Europe on Monday, sending temperatures up to 43 degrees Celsius (109.4 Fahrenheit) in southern France and increasing risks of wildfires in wine country, while Bulgaria suffered blazes along its southern borders and Hungary saw record-breaking weekend temperatures.

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Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the US under 7-year deal with TKO Group

Paramount will become the new home to all Ultimate Fighting Championship events in the U.S. under a seven-year agreement with TKO Group announced on Monday.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Weapons’ horror film scores a box office victory

It's August, and horror and humor came to play. In a month that's long been known to let edgier movies thrive, Zach Cregger's highly anticipated horror film "Weapons" did not disappoint, topping the box office during its debut weekend with $42.5 million domestically from 3,202 theaters. It made $70 million internationally.

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Vacant home destroyed in early morning fire on W. Eureka Street

When firefighters arrived on scene, they encountered heavy smoke and fire engulfing the structure.

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Allison Winter and Caitlyn Kurtz: Community Focus With Callie Luttman

President and CEO Allison Winter said this year’s grant pool includes more than $250,000, with up to $7,500 available per organization.

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Champaign Jewelers showcases new finds, custom designs, and back-to-school ideas

Among the standout finds was a renewed spotlight on August birthstones.

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Shooting of two officers and fire result in ongoing manhunt in Gibson City

GIBSON CITY, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A shooting of two police officers and a house fire during the late hours…

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Thunder on the Ridge roars back to Ridge Farm August 15–16

This Tractor and Truck Pull brings together hometown pride and family-friendly entertainment.

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Champaign County launches $5,000 Small Business Grant Program

To be eligible, businesses must be for-profit, in good standing, and operating legally in Illinois.

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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.

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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.

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Dodgers’ no-hit bid falls short in 9th but rally for 3-1 win over Rockies

Tyler Glasnow and Blake Treinen combined to pitch eight innings of no-hit ball before Tanner Scott gave up Colorado's first hit in the ninth and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 3-1 victory Monday night.

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J.J. McCarthy rallies Vikings in 4th quarter of his debut for 27-24 win over Bears

J.J. McCarthy's long-awaited debut for the Minnesota Vikings was looking more like a nightmare. Even so, coach Kevin O'Connell could sense things were going to change. And he told his quarterback at halftime.

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Charlie Sheen talks his road to sobriety ahead of release of his memoir, ‘The Book of Sheen’

Sheen sat down with actor and writer David Duchovny during an event at 92nd Street Y, New York on Monday to discuss the writing process behind his memoir, "The Book of Sheen," his journey through sobriety and his passion for acting.