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5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season
From gifts to travel plans to grocery shopping, costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment. Holiday shopping can bring joy, but it's important to stick to a budget and avoid going into debt, said shopping expert Trae Bodge.
Sidewalk snow removal ordinance activation in Champaign
City mandates snow and ice clearance in Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas by December 13.
5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he’s ready to win a Grammy
This week, Jelly Roll was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. And last month, he learned that he was nominated for three Grammys in 2026, marking his third year in a row receiving nods. Two of those are new territory for him.
5 days ago in Sports
Remarkable Lindsey Vonn wins World Cup downhill at age 41 to start her Olympic season
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill at St. Moritz on Friday to earn her first victory in nearly eight years — and the first in her comeback with titanium implants in her right knee after a five-year retirement.
5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Every major update from the first two episodes of Taylor Swift’s Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries
"The Eras Tour was a lifetime within my life," Taylor Swift told the room at a screening of the first two episodes of her new Disney+ docuseries, "The End of an Era." "It feels insane."
Christmas in Tolono: A day of holiday festivities for all ages
Over a dozen events from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., including local shopping, wreath relay, and tree-lighting ceremony.
Chambana Today’s Weekly On-Campus Crime Log for December 5 – December 11
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — While Chambana Today has been covering local crime stories since its earliest days as a…
Internationally renowned violinist Andrés Cárdenes to join Sinfonia da Camera as featured soloist this week
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Sinfonia da Camera will welcome internationally renowned violinist Andrés Cárdenes this week as a featured…
Illinois fire organizations remind residents to stay safe during holidays
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As we enter the thick of the holiday season, the Office of the Illinois State…
Leaf collection routes delayed in Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Leaf collection for Urbana’s Friday U-Cycle route scheduled for Friday, December 12, will be delayed…
Shine the Block “Meal in a Bag” donation drive aims to combat food insecurity
Help provide budget-friendly, shelf-stable meals to families in need at Country Brook Apartments.
University of Illinois ACES launches dual-credit course for high school students
First-of-its-kind program offers students a chance to earn college credit while exploring sustainable food systems and career pathways.
Champaign Police encourage safe travel during holiday season
High-visibility enforcement, road safety tips, and increased patrols aim to keep drivers safe on local roads.
PET OF THE WEEK: Sienna joined our morning team looking for her forever home
She is currently being fostered by a University of Illinois undergrad student who plans to take Sienna home over break.
Danville Fire Department to hold intensive fireground training in local neighborhoods
Residents may notice live-fire exercises and roof operations training aimed at enhancing firefighter safety and readiness.
6 days ago in National
Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say
Sweeping taxes on imports have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, according to calculations by Democrats on Congress' Joint Economic Committee.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Sundance Film Festival unveils 90 feature films for its last Utah edition
Programmers on Wednesday unveiled a lineup of 90 feature films set for the festival's last hurrah in Park City, Utah. The slate includes documentaries on basketball great Brittney Griner, Nelson Mandela, Salman Rushdie, Courtney Love and Billie Jean King. There are starry features with the likes of Natalie Portman, Jenna Ortega, Seth Rogen, Channing Tatum, Danielle Brooks, Olivia Colman, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Alexander Skarsgård and Ethan Hawke.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry
Casting will get some Oscar love next year. A new prize for achievement in casting was added to the Academy Awards in March, a step casting directors believe is long overdue. The 98th Academy Awards will air live on ABC on March 15, 2026.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55
Writer Sophie Kinsella, whose effervescent rom-com "Confessions of a Shopaholic" sparked a millions-selling series, died Wednesday, her family said. She was 55 and had been diagnosed with brain cancer.
University of Illinois study reveals how global plastic waste trade contributes to coastal litter
Research from U of I experts links increased plastic waste imports to higher levels of plastic litter along coastlines in developing countries.
