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Protesters rally in Champaign against Trump administration despite freezing temperatures

Hundreds gather at West Side Park to oppose immigration policies, military actions and congressional inaction.

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District 3 town hall co-hosted by Hendrix, Clayborn spotlights collaboration and community concerns

City, school and county leaders joined residents for wide-ranging discussion on housing, safety, education and transparency.

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Public gathered for 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Countywide celebration

Illinois Rep. Carol Ammons delivered keynote as community leaders were honored at Krannert Center.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Rams shake off wild, late TD pass by Caleb Williams, beat Bears 20-17 in OT to reach NFC title game

Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams survived an incredible throw by Caleb Williams that forced overtime, beating the Chicago Bears 20-17 to advance to the NFC championship game.

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Mahomet Polar Plunge returns in 2026 to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes: Community Focus with Callie Luttman

Organizers hope to build on a long tradition as the state’s longest-running Polar Plunge raises funds for Region I programs.

Illinois residents celebrate the state's 250th anniversary all year.

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Illinoisans invited to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday through service

Volunteers can log hours with Serve Illinois and receive a commemorative certificate throughout 2026.

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Retail scholarship challenge launched by Illinois Retail Merchants Association

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) today announced the launch of a new scholarship which…

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No. 13 Illinois wins seventh straight with 77–67 victory over Minnesota

Illini extend Big Ten surge behind balanced scoring, rebounding edge at State Farm Center.

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Deputy, K-9 involved in crash on East University Avenue in Urbana

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A Champaign County Sheriff’s Office K-9 deputy was involved in a traffic crash Friday night…

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Champaign-Urbana and Decatur see unemployment rates rise through 2025 as part of statewide increase

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Thursday, data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) showed that total…

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January 10 – January 16 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with data missing from just one day…

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Little League and T-Mobile launching grant to help make youth sports affordable

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — With the cost of youth sports rising over the years, families in Champaign-Urbana might find…

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SHOOTING UPDATE: Alleged suspect in custody after early morning shooting in Urbana

Champaign man died after early-morning shooting on Ellis Drive; investigation remains ongoing.

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Family of George Shapland makes million dollar gift to U of I Athletics

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The family of George Shapland, a former U of I basketball player and influential local…

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SHOOTING UPDATE: 52-year-old man fatally shot in Urbana early Friday morning

Police investigating shooting on Ellis Drive; public asked for tips.

Xavier Scott returns to the Illini in the 2026 season.

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Xavier Scott announces return to Illinois Football for 2026 season

The All-Big Ten defensive back looks ahead to a comeback after an injury-shortened 2025 campaign.

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Vandalia native wins $3 million on scratch-off lottery ticket

VANDALIA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A trip to the gas station while visiting her hometown led to a multi-million dollar…

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Editor’s in-depth reflection with CU-PHD’s Julie Pryde as she prepares to retire

The longtime public health administrator looks back on accomplishments, hard lessons from COVID, and the work still left to do.

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U of I football season ticket renewals to begin January 20

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — After celebrating its winningest two-year run in program history, season ticket renewals for the Illinois…

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Champaign attorney placed on probation after Illinois Supreme Court disciplinary action

Court finds lawyer made false statements to client and judge; six-month suspension stayed with conditions.

Recent Headlines

15 hours ago in National, Trending

Man who tried to shoot Trump at a Florida golf course gets life in prison

A man convicted of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison after a federal prosecutor said his crime was unacceptable "in this country or anywhere."

22 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan Cortina Games

The start of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy is days away. The torch relay is nearly complete and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded.

22 hours ago in Entertainment

Penny the Doberman pinscher wins the 150th Westminster dog show

A Doberman pinscher named Penny won best in show Tuesday night at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, netting U.S. show dogs' most coveted prize — and giving veteran handler Andy Linton another win after nearly four decades.

22 hours ago in Entertainment

Super Bowl LX ads feature AI, weight-loss drugs and celebs from George Clooney to Kendall Jenner

As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, the battle off the field for advertisers to win over 120 million-plus viewers will be just as heated as the rivalry between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners

It's a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar. McDonald's is embracing the trend this Valentine's Day with a limited-time McNugget Caviar kit. The free kit, which will be available on McNuggetCaviar.com on Feb. 10, pairs a one-ounce tin of Paramount's Siberian sturgeon caviar with a $25 McDonald's gift card to buy McNuggets.