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7 days ago in World
Machado’s daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize in Venezuelan opposition leader’s absence
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize in Norway on her mother's behalf Wednesday, and said in a speech written by Machado that Venezuela shows the world "we must be willing to fight for freedom."
7 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala
The new Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the star-packed event next May.
BEMENT WATER UPDATE: Water restored in Bement after two-day outage but boil order remains
The lack of water had forced many in the community to adjust, affecting everything from routine activities to vital needs.
Fighting Illini defeat Ohio State 88-80 in Big Ten opener
Freshmen Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic shine in Illinois' fourth consecutive win over the Buckeyes.
Champaign County Young Leaders recognized at Illinois Farm Bureau annual meeting
Daniel and Constance Herriott honored with Young Leader Achievement Award; Other Champaign County winners celebrated.
BACH Choir seeks new singers for “Winter Comfort” concert
Auditions for Baroque Artists of Champaign-Urbana to take place at St. Matthew Lutheran Church.
1 week ago in Entertainment
In ‘The Chronology of Water,’ Imogen Poots found a great role, and a best friend in Kristen Stewart
After 20 years of acting in movies, television and on the stage, Imogen Poots is having a clarifying moment.
1 week ago in Sports
Mike Trout remains in the mix for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, but questions linger
Mike Trout, the cornerstone of Team USA's 2023 World Baseball Classic run, is still under consideration as the roster for the 2026 tournament takes shape.
Danville to host Fire and Ice event January 2nd
Winter celebration at the David S. Palmer Arena will feature ice skating, crafts, S’mores, and a special appearance from Princess Elsa.
A Magical Cirque Christmas to bring holiday cheer to Champaign
The Virginia Theatre will host a dazzling variety show featuring acrobatics, comedy, and holiday music
Bulldog families welcomed back to school following heating repairs
In-person classes to resume Wednesday, December 10; Boil order still in effect for Village of Bement
Stephens Family YMCA reveals plans for major expansion to meet growing community needs
New 50,000-square-foot facility will expand wellness, youth, and rehabilitation services.
Commerce Commission says ‘winter disconnection rule’ in effect
Power cannot be disconnected between December 1 and March 31, says the ICC.
UPDATE TUESDAY at 2:38 p.m.: Semi-truck driver killed in crash on I-74, authorities say
The driver lost control of the vehicle, veering off the highway, striking a tree, and catching fire.
Champaign County Sheriff makes arrest after threats to “shoot up” Kraft and altercation with deputies
Gathings threatened to "shoot up" the business after being denied entry by Kraft’s security.
1 week ago in World
Japan assesses damage from 7.5 magnitude quake that injured 34
Japan was assessing damage Tuesday and cautioning people of potential aftershocks after a late-night 7.5 magnitude earthquake caused injuries, light damage and a tsunami in Pacific coastal communities.
1 week ago in National
Justice Department can unseal Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case records, judge says
The Justice Department can publicly release investigative materials from a sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime confidant of Jeffrey Epstein, a federal judge said on Tuesday.
1 week ago in World
Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffirmed his strong refusal to cede any territory, resisting U.S. pressure for painful concessions to Russia as he moved ahead Tuesday to rally more European support for his country.
1 week ago in Sports
Dominican court orders new trial for Tampa Bay Rays’ Wander Franco in sexual abuse case
An appeals court in the Dominican Republic on Tuesday ordered a new trial for Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who was convicted earlier this year of sexually abusing a minor and had received a two-year suspended sentence.
1 week ago in World
Australia’s social media ban leaves a 15-year-old worried about losing touch with friends
Riley Allen, a 15-year-old schoolboy living on an Outback sheep ranch, doesn't know how he'll keep in touch with his circle of far-flung friends once Australia's world-first social media ban takes effect on Wednesday. Riley's family lives 5 kilometers (3 miles) from Wudinna, a community of just over 1,000 in South Australia state. But some of his school friends live as far as 70 kilometers (43 miles) away.
