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6 days ago in World
Rare Dom Pérignon champagne from Charles and Diana’s wedding to be auctioned in Denmark
It was a wedding that captivated the world — in 1981, Lady Diana Spencer said "I will" to Prince Charles, becoming Princess of Wales. More than 40 years after the wedding and many years after the marriage fell apart, royal fans will be able to buy a rare part of that historic day — or perhaps a sip of it.
6 days ago in Sports
Orioles agree to $155 million, 5-year deal with slugger Pete Alonso, AP source says
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a $155 million, five-year contract with slugger Pete Alonso, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
Office holiday parties can be dreadful for introverts and people with social anxiety
For many introverts, shy individuals and people with social anxiety, mingling at parties is often draining or arouses uncomfortable emotions. The internal debate about whether or not to attend large get-togethers can get especially intense during the holiday season, a time when many workplaces celebrate with cocktail hours, gift exchanges and other forms of organized fun.
Public libraries across Illinois to stock, administer opioid overdose reversal agents
New standing order from IDPH expands access to lifesaving naloxone, enhancing libraries’ role in combating opioid overdose crisis.
6 days ago in Sports, Trending
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore spent night in county jail, hours after his firing
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was still jailed on Thursday morning, according to court records, less than 24 hours after he was fired for what the university said was an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member."
Fighting Illini use toughness, grit to bring home Braggin’ Rights road win over Missouri
Gretchen Dolan’s 21 points, along with a stifling defense and balanced scoring attack, lift Illinois to a 70-62 victory, improving to 9-1 on the season.
Allerton Park & Retreat Center to hold Gingerbread Jog 5K
MONTICELLO, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Allerton Park & Retreat Center is holding a special 5K run with a holiday twist…
Danville Public Works committee approves major development projects and now moves to full city council
The developer has proposed spending about $2.9 million but hopes to get fiscal help from the city.
Danville Fire Department announces upcoming fireground training
DANVILLE, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Danville Fire Department (DFD) will be holding several training sessions in mid-December. DFD Training…
Champaign County Regional Planning Commission launches winter overflow emergency shelter
Shelter aims to provide critical warmth and security for families in need during the coldest months of the year.
Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage
Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes. The U.N.'s cultural agency gave foodies on Wednesday another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world's "intangible" cultural heritage.
6 days ago in World
Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners
Ukraine was expected to give its latest peace proposals to U.S. negotiators Wednesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, a day ahead of his urgent talks with leaders and officials from about 30 other countries supporting Kyiv's effort to end the war with Russia on acceptable terms.
U of I football team to hold fourth-consecutive holiday shopping spree
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — For the fourth consecutive year, members of the Illinois football team will help Champaign-area young…
Champaign Public Works continuing yard waste collection through this week
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Champaign’s Public Works department has been working throughout its Orange and Blue Zones to pick…
Cunningham Children’s Home seeks support through holiday season
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Cunningham Children’s Home in Urbana is asking members of the community for contributions with the…
Christmas dining and catering options in Champaign-Urbana
Local restaurants offer a variety of dining and catering options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
4th annual Trees & Lights from Around the World Festival brightens downtown Urbana
Key highlights include performances from the Urbana High School A Cappella group, the UHS Race St Jazz Combo, and Mariachi Tigres de Urbana.
7 days ago in National
Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayor's race on Tuesday, defeating a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump to end her party's nearly three-decade losing streak and give Democrats a boost in one of the last electoral battles ahead of the 2026 midterms.
7 days ago in National
Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
The first of a series of powerful storms dumped heavy rain and swelled rivers in the Pacific Northwest on Tuesday, closing roads and prompting high water rescues.
7 days ago in Sports
A’ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP
A'ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again in 2025, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons. For that, she earned The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday for the first time in her career.
