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Half Century of Progress Show coming to Rantoul this week

RANTOUL, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The annual Half Century of Progress Show is coming back to Rantoul this week, looking…

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Judge denies Justice Department request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts

A federal judge on Wednesday rejected the Trump administration's request to unseal grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein 's sex trafficking case, joining two other judges in denying the public release of material from investigations into the late financier's decades-long sexual abuse of young women and girls.

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Running on Faith: Shantel’s race toward hope and the Be a Hero 5K

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Shantel isa local resident, and entering her third year of pursuing a Business Administration degree,…

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Illinois women’s basketball reaches historic ticket milestone

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — For the first time in Illinois women’s basketball history, the luxury suites in the State…

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Love comes full circle: Robeson Elementary playground hosts heartwarming alumni wedding

Rob was best friends with Shelly’s brother in kindergarten, and their families lived just two blocks apart.

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Franklin preschool implements altered schedules August 20 after water main break

These adjustments apply only to Franklin Preschool; all other schools in the district remain open as usual.

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13-year-old hospitalized after being struck by Champaign Police vehicle in Rantoul

Preliminary information indicates the boy ran into the roadway from the Credit Union One parking lot, crossing both eastbound lanes and colliding with the westbound Champaign Police vehicle.

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Scott Bennett Family Resources Day set for August 22 at Lincoln Square Mall

The free event will bring together a wide range of local organizations offering help in the areas of children and family services, health and wellbeing, legal assistance, and more.

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Yankees become 1st MLB team to hit 9 home runs in a game twice in one season

José Caballero hit two home runs in 86 games with the Tampa Bay Rays this season. The speedy utilityman matched that total in one night Tuesday as the New York Yankees put on quite a power show.

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Aubrey Plaza describes grief over husband Jeff Baena’s death, likens it to an ‘ocean of awfulness’

The actor spoke on the podcast ''Good Hang with Amy Poehler," telling her former "Parks and Recreation" costar in her most detailed public remarks to date that it's been a daily struggle to overcome her grief.

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New Heritage Trail sign honors African American healthcare pioneers in Champaign County

The sign emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring those who laid the foundation for more equitable healthcare in the region.

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Promise Healthcare opens new clinic inside C-UPHD to expand access to care in Champaign

This new location marks Promise Healthcare’s fifth site in Champaign County.

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Fall Festival and Activities in Champaign, Iroquois, Ford, and Vermilion Counties

This guide will help you discover the perfect way to fall into the season across Champaign, Vermilion, Iroquois, and Ford Counties.

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Mahomet-Seymour junior sells produce and jewelry: Taylor Mills’ entrepreneurial spirit

Taylor’s long-term goal? To study agricultural business in college—funded in part by the profits from her summer produce stand.

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Former Champaign entertainment producer sentenced to 20 years in child pornography case

He was initially charged with eight counts of child pornography and later, an additional grooming charge—each classified as a Class X felony.

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Illini QB Luke Altmyer named to Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award watch list

A 2025 team captain, Altmyer is entering his final season after leading Illinois to a 10-3 record in 2024.

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IDOT hiring snowplow drivers for winter ‘Snowbird’ Program – apply by August 22

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is now accepting applications for its 2025-26 Snowbird Program,…

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CUTC’s Penguin Project brings “Shrek the Musical Jr.” to life Over Labor Day weekend

This year’s cast features 30 artists and 35 mentors, ages 11 to 21, representing over 17 area schools.

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Global ag leaders to converge at U of I for International Agronomy Day

“This is a rare opportunity to share Illinois' agricultural innovations with a global audience.”

3 weeks ago in Sports

Boston Celtics sale is done. Bill Chisholm takes over as owner of NBA’s most-decorated franchise

The sale of the Boston Celtics was finalized on Tuesday, with private equity mogul Bill Chisholm taking over control of the NBA's most-decorated franchise from a group led by Wyc Grousbeck that had owned them for more than two decades.

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US marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks

Americans are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims.

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college event

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, died Wednesday after being shot at a college event, Trump said. The co-founder and CEO of the youth organization Turning Point USA, the 31-year-old Kirk is the latest victim in a spasm of political violence across the United States.

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David Bowie archive opens in London chronicling five decades of icon’s restless creativity

When David Bowie died in 2016, he left a vast musical legacy – and a trove of unrealized projects. Tantalizing details of those abandoned and unfinished ideas are revealed in Bowie's archive, which opens to the public this week.

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Star Trek plans packed lineup for the franchise’s 60th anniversary, with Lego sets and YouTube show

Not many franchises have fueled society's timeless fascination with the boundless possibilities of a utopian future like "Star Trek." Next year the sprawling franchise will add more shows, Lego sets and even a Rose Parade Float in a yearlong celebration of its 60th anniversary.

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Dick Van Dyke turns 100 in December. Fans can celebrate at the movies

Movie theaters across the country are pulling out the stops for Dick Van Dyke's 100th birthday in December. A new documentary about the song and dance man's life, "Dick Van Dyke: 100th Celebration," will be in theaters over his birthday weekend on Dec. 13 and 14, Fathom Entertainment said Wednesday.