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3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Kelsey Grammer, 70, announces the birth of his 8th child: ‘Isn’t that lovely?’
It's a boy — named Christopher — for 70-year-old actor Kelsey Grammer and his wife Kayte Walsh. The "Frasier" star announced his latest baby news on Monday's edition of the "Pod Meets World" podcast.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
40 years later, Michael J. Fox looks back on ‘Back to the Future’
It's been 40 years since "Back to the Future" debuted in theaters, but neither time, nor Parkinson's disease has done much — regardless of what he says — to diminish Fox's boyish good nature.
3 weeks ago in World
Gaza ceasefire tested as Israel and Hamas exchange fire and blame
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday he has ordered the army to immediately carry out "powerful strikes" in Gaza, and Hamas responded by saying it would delay handing over the body of a hostage, putting new pressure on the tenuous U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
Illini’s Kylan Boswell named to Jerry West Award watch list
Senior guard recognized among nation’s top shooting guards for 2025–26 season.
3 weeks ago in Trending, World
Hurricane Melissa is set to hit Jamaica as its strongest storm since records began
Hurricane Melissa was set to pummel Jamaica on Tuesday as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, the strongest to lash the island since recordkeeping began 174 years ago.
3 weeks ago in National
Hegseth says US carried out 3 strikes on alleged drug-running boats in eastern Pacific, killing 14
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military carried out three strikes Monday in the waters of the Eastern Pacific against boats suspected of carrying drugs, killing 14 and leaving one survivor.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How Americans will be celebrating Halloween, according to a new AP-NORC poll
About two-thirds of U.S. adults will celebrate Halloween in some way this year, with parents of kids under 18 especially likely to have plans, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
A newly discovered Dr. Seuss manuscript will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary
A newly discovered Dr. Seuss manuscript featuring the Cat in the Hat and celebrating the United States will be published next year, just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Mahomes, Hunt lead Chiefs to dominant 28-7 win over Commanders, their 9th straight in the series
Patrick Mahomes wound up throwing for 299 yards and three touchdowns, Kareem Hunt found the end zone twice, and the Chiefs' defense was just as dominant as their high-flying offense over the final 30 minutes, helping Kansas City pull away from a halftime tie for a 28-7 victory over the Commanders on a cold night at Arrowhead Stadium.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Freeman’s homer in 18th inning lifts Dodgers over Blue Jays 6-5 in World Series classic
Freddie Freeman homered leading off the bottom of the 18th, Shohei Ohtani went deep twice during another record-setting performance and the Los Angeles Dodgers outlasted the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 in an instant classic Monday night.
Nationwide recall of Golden Island Fire-Grilled Korean Barbecue Pork Jerky due to metal contamination
Over 2 million pounds of jerky sold at Costco and Sam’s Club are affected.
Simplify your Thanksgiving planning with these stress-free tips for Champaign-Urbana hosts
From food prep to festive touches, local experts share ways to make your Thanksgiving easier and more enjoyable this year.
Decatur Illinois Extension pumpkin-smashing event open to Champaign residents
Help reduce environmental impact by recycling your pumpkin at this free community event in Decatur on November 8.
Illinois women’s basketball announces 2025-26 promotions schedule
From Halloween fun to “Pack the House” night, Illinois Athletics is offering an exciting line-up of promotions and events for fans of all ages this season.
Champaign-Urbana hosts Thanksgiving festivities and seasonal events
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As Thanksgiving approaches, the Champaign-Urbana community is brimming with activities, local events, and opportunities for…
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Yeah, boyeeee’: Flavor Flav gives bobsled and skeleton a try, joins team as hype man for Olympics
At 66 years old, Flavor Flav went 67 mph. That was all it took to get him hooked on sliding. Meet the newest fan of the U.S. bobsled and skeleton program: a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, a founding member of Public Enemy, a reality show star and now, an aspiring slider.
Champaign hosts community meetings for street outreach and violence interruption
City of Champaign partners with Acclivus Inc. to discuss goals and opportunities for violence reduction.
Serbian point guard receives eligibility approval for the 2025-26 season after NCAA review
Serbian point guard receives eligibility approval for the 2025-26 season after NCAA review.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Cheating beyond ChatGPT: Agentic browsers present risks to universities
Pangram reports that new AI-enabled browsers, such as OpenAI's Atlas, raise concerns about academic integrity and student data privacy in universities.
Champaign County 4-H team wins national livestock judging contest
The Champaign County 4-H Livestock Judging Team secures a spot at the International Livestock Judging Contest in Scotland.
