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Extreme cold prompts safety warnings as Arctic air sweeps midwest
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — An Arctic blast is expected to bring dangerously cold temperatures and frigid wind chills across…
Payroll jobs rise as Illinois unemployment rate edges up in December
State adds nearly 12,000 jobs despite slight increase in jobless rate, IDES reports.
Heavy snow, extreme cold create hazardous travel conditions across Illinois
IDOT and state police urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel as winter storm intensifies.
Champaign County conducts 2026 homeless population count
Point-in-Time survey identifies 355 people experiencing homelessness, including more children than last year.
EPA seeks local farmers and rural community members for advisory committee
East-central Illinois residents encouraged to apply to help shape agricultural and environmental policy.
Illinois State Police reports January enforcement results: ACE and OREP patrols
Troop 7 focuses on impaired driving and occupant restraint violations in Macon, Vermilion, and Champaign counties.
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Stars and the public say a final goodbye to fashion icon Valentino at a Rome funeral
Global fashion celebrities joined the public on Friday morning to say goodbye to iconic designer Valentino at his funeral service in Rome, at the central Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz wins third-round match but loses ‘drop-shot battle’ at Australian Open
Carlos Alcaraz had to acknowledge that while he won the third-round match, he lost the battle of the drop shots against Corentin Moutet. That could be a first for the 22-year-old Spaniard, who grew up relentlessly practicing his drop shots and is now at the Australian Open chasing a career Grand Slam.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
It's easy to dash to the closest hardware store to grab a bag of salt, but experts say there are a lot of environmental and other factors to consider when tackling all that ice and snow. Here's what to know.
U.S. Rep. Mary Miller introduces bill to stop large investors from grabbing single family homes
WASHINGTON, D.C. – (Chambana Today) — In a move to help families find affordable housing amid large investors who grab…
Arctic cold grips Champaign as dangerous wind chills set in
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Residents in Champaign and surrounding communities are waking up to bitterly cold conditions this week…
Urbana Fire Department responds to early morning fire on Thursday; Investigation ongoing
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Firefighters from the Urbana Fire Department quickly assisted six residents to safety early this morning…
Rosecrance Behavioral Health earns top praise in The Joint Commission’s accreditation survey
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — During its triennial accreditation survey conducted January 12-16, Rosecrance Behavioral Health earned high praise from…
Salvation Army to open warming centers across Illinois in anticipation of cold weather
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Salvation Army Corps Community Centers and 360 Life Centers across North and Central Illinois will…
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s texts exposed in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni
A trove of text messages and emails sent by Blake Lively, including exchanges with her longtime friend Taylor Swift, have been made public by actor-director Justin Baldoni 's lawyers as they prepare for trial.
State leaders celebrate growth of film industry at Flyover Film Studios in Rantoul
RANTOUL, Ill. (Chambana Today) —Governor JB Pritzker and state and local officials gathered at Flyover Film Studios on Tuesday to…
How to prepare for cold weather and snow in Champaign County
Officials urge residents to get ready as frigid temperatures and possible snowfall move into the area.
Bitter cold and snow expected in champaign county over next three days
Frigid temperatures and light snow predicted through Sunday with hazardous conditions possible.
Park district director outlines long-term vision as Champaign balances growth, equity, and aging facilities
Executive Director focuses on facilities, arts, and long-term planning while expanding spring and summer programming.
Butkus Awards Show returns to Gies Memorial Stadium on U of I’s campus
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Butkus Award ceremony will be held at Gies Memorial Stadium on the U of…
