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New laws: Illinois expands job-protected leave for parents with newborns in NICU
Laws also address AI in hiring, workplace transparency, organ donation leave, more.
Urbana announces 2026 Christmas tree collection dates
Christmas tree pickup for Urbana residents will take place January 12-16; alternative disposal options available.
A simple gift, a powerful message: Bringing hope to youth this Christmas
Sometimes, a bag of Takis or a Chicago sports t-shirt is all it takes to remind a child that they matter.
Ring in the New Year safely: IDOT and law enforcement focus on impaired driving
Increased patrols aim to reduce accidents and ensure safe travel as 2025 ends and 2026 begins.
Illinois State Fair goes digital: Tickets for 2026 will be paperless
Digital ticketing for the 2026 season expected to improve convenience and security for fairgoers.
IDOT marks major milestones in I-57/74 interchange reconstruction
$251.8 million upgrade moves forward in 2025, improving traffic flow and safety.
University of Illinois students make waves at CES with autonomous boating innovations
Interns from the University of Illinois’ Boating Intelligence Design Lab showcase cutting-edge AI technology.
Four in double figures lift Illini women past Purdue
Illinois stays perfect in Big Ten play with an 83–73 road win.
Cold burst breaks midweek for a slightly warmer New Year
Gusty winds and frigid wind chills start the week, but sunshine and slightly warmer temperatures arrive as the calendar turns.
More than 1,200 Ameren customers lost power in Champaign during Sunday storms
Outage near Centennial High School began Sunday evening as crews worked to assess damage and restore service.
Prepare pets for New Year’s Eve celebrations and fireworks
Warm weather and fireworks can add extra stress for pets as families ring in the new year.
Kwanzaa brings communities together
African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.
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Hayley Siefert launches full-service real estate team across Illinois and Indiana
From first-time buyers to complex transactions, the Siefert Team promises expertise, collaboration, and a people-first approach.
Illini basketball legend Dave Downey passes away at age 84
The all-time great, who set Illinois’ single-game scoring record, leaves behind a lasting legacy on and off the court.
Illinois football touches down in Nashville for Music City Bowl showdown
Fighting Illini seek ninth win against Tennessee in first-ever meeting between the programs.
December 20 – December 26 Crimestoppers Booking Report
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with full data from the past week,…
Six displaced after fire on Christmas Day in Danville residence
DANVILLE, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Thursday, the Danville Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at a two-story…
Illinois women resume Big Ten play at Purdue
Illini take 11-1 record to West Lafayette seeking historic road win and 10-game streak.
Chambana Today’s Weekly On-Campus Crime Log for December 19 – December 25
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — While Chambana Today has been covering local crime stories since its earliest days as a…
Champaign County Sheriff’s Office leads effort in donating over 16 thousand meals
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Friday, the Eastern Illinois Foodbank shared that a combined effort from six different police…
