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Champaign City Council approves settlement to demolish abandoned apartment complex
Agreement clears the way for demolition of 29 buildings at former Champaign Park Apartments site.
U of I’s Keaton Wagler named a second-team All-American
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — U of I men’s basketball freshman guard Keaton Wagler has been named a second-team All-American…
The RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit Comes to Rantoul Airport
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — The Village of Rantoul announced that the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit featuring the Tuskegee Airmen…
Illinois State Police announces four different enforcement patrols for April
PESOTUM, IL (Chambana Today) — Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 7 Commander Heather Apperson has announced that ISP will conduct…
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Oscars preview: Producers tease ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ and ‘Sinners’ celebrations
The producers behind the 98th Academy Awards have set out to celebrate not just the hit song "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters", but the cultural phenomenon of the film itself. That logic is why the only other nominated song that will get a moment on the broadcast is "I Lied to You," from "Sinners," a blockbuster hit and the most-nominated film of all time.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she’s just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differ
Shakira is on her way to drop her son off at flag football practice. It's an ordinary experience for a mother who, in the not-so-recent past, has been at the center of some pretty extraordinary circumstances.
Local HVAC owner reflects on running a family business in changing industry
Castle Home Comfort Heating, Cooling, Electrical, and Plumbing owner says customer service and local ownership set the company apart.
Budzinski and Manar spotlight Illinois’ biomanufacturing future at Parkland College
Lawmakers discuss new markets for farmers, workforce opportunities, and the impact of the iFAB Tech Hub on Central Illinois’ economy.
Champaign Police host “Coffee With a Cop” to connect with community
Residents invited to meet officers, share concerns, and enjoy conversation over coffee at The Caffeine RX on March 11.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Bam! Heat’s Adebayo scores 83 points, 2nd only to Wilt Chamberlain in NBA history
Bam Adebayo had a night for all time on Tuesday, with a point total second to only Wilt Chamberlain in the NBA record books. Adebayo scored 83 points, setting league marks for free throws made and attempted in a game for the Miami Heat in a 150-129 win over the Washington Wizards.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Italy stuns the US 8-6 in World Baseball Classic, leaving the Americans needing help to advance
Kyle Teel, Sam Antonacci and Jac Caglianone homered as Italy built a big lead and held on to stun the United States 8-6 Tuesday night in the World Baseball Classic.
2 weeks ago in Sports
MLB report settles World Series Game 7 plate drama: IKF was out by feet, not inches
It was the most debated play of the year in Major League Baseball, perhaps the most dissected and discussed sequence in World Series history. Should Isiah Kiner-Falefa have taken a bigger lead? Why did the third base coach draw a line in the dirt right there? What if IKF sprinted to the plate instead of sliding?
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Do you really need a water filter? Here’s what experts say
U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn't mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building's plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.
2 weeks ago in National
2 killed and homes damaged after tornadoes tear through Illinois and Indiana, more storms moving in
Major storms whipped up tornadoes in parts of Illinois and Indiana that leveled homes, killing at least two people and injuring others, and another round of rain, hail and strong winds made its way through the region Wednesday, authorities said.
Illinois Supreme Court weighs challenge to state gun restriction
Appeal challenges law prohibiting nonviolent felons from possessing firearms.
Champaign County holds public hearing on proposed data center moratorium
Proposed 12-month pause would regulate large data center development in the county.
Budzinski highlights park grants benefiting Champaign and Sangamon counties
State OSLAD funding will support projects including a Homer Lake nature center and park improvements across central Illinois.
Central Illinois tornado risk rises to 9 out of 10
Meteorologists warn of possible violent tornado in northern areas; residents urged to stay alert.
Homelessness data showed worsening trends, racial disparities and critical system gaps
More than 150 residents, officials and nonprofit leaders gathered at the I‑Hotel to review the region’s homeless system performance.
IHSA boys state basketball tournament returns to Champaign this week
More than 34,000 fans expected as 16 teams compete at State Farm Center March 12–14.
