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U of I quarterback Luke Altmyer named to Manning Award watchlist
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer has been named to the preseason watch list for the 2025…
Urbana Police Department Launches Live-Response Crisis Co-Response Team
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Urbana Police Department announced the official launch of its new live-response model for its…
Champion Youth Livestock helps feed Illinois families in new state fair partnership
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The 2025 Illinois State Fair’s sale of champions showcased the top livestock from Illinois 4-H…
Pens to Lens coming back to Champaign to highlight youth filmmakers
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A student screenwriting and filmmaking competition is coming back for another season in 2025! Support…
Eastbound Kirby Avenue to close August 18 for tree removal work near U of I
During this time, all eastbound traffic will be detoured.
Manhunt continues for 70-year-old suspect in shooting of two officers in Gibson City
The deputy, a six-year veteran, sustained gunshot wounds to the left knee and arm. The GCPD officer, on the force for one year, was hit in the left hip.
Why dog poop is more dangerous for your lawn than you think
Dog poop can cause serious damage to your lawn, harm the environment, and even pose health risks to you and your family.
Pet of the Week: Meet Roger and Tommy, the sweetest, softest kittens
Check-out Duane Shannon and the WIXY Facebook feed every Thursday morning for the latest video.
“Walk As One”: Champaign Coalition unites for youth, justice, and community wellbeing
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today)— With a call to “Walk As One,” the Champaign Community Coalition gathered for its September meeting,…
Mayor Deshawn Williams marks first 100 days with vision and groundwork for Urbana’s future
Since taking office, Williams said his administration has been guided by a clear goal: aligning city government with the community’s shared priorities.
Section of I-57 northbound near Paxton still closed; one injured
Traffic is being diverted while the investigation and recovery efforts continue.
Back to school fair coming to Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A “Community Back to School Fair” will be taking place in Urbana later this month.…
Gibson City gears up for 5th Annual Summer Bash — A rockin’ thank you to the community
GIBSON CITY, Ill. (Chambana Today) – As another Illinois summer winds down, Gibson City is once again tuning up for…
Rosecrance Therapies expands Behavioral Health Services with Acquisition of Ascend CHC
The acquisition marks a strategic step in Rosecrance’s continued mission to provide holistic behavioral health care across Illinois.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Why many Americans are rethinking alcohol, according to a new Gallup poll
Fewer Americans are reporting that they drink alcohol amid a growing belief that even moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk, according to a Gallup poll released Wednesday.
4 weeks ago in World
Zelenskyy and other European leaders to speak with Trump ahead of his Friday summit with Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday arrived in Berlin for talks with the German chancellor and virtual meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and other European leaders ahead of Friday's planned summit between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
4 weeks ago in Sports
The Little League World Series has had its share of drama before even getting to Williamsport
The road to Williamsport was filled with more drama than usual for a couple Little League World Series participants this year, including a Venezuelan team that needed visa exemptions to make the trip and an American club that narrowly knocked off a defending champ.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Angels turn triple play when Shohei Ohtani lines out to Zach Neto and 2 Dodgers are caught off base
Zach Neto had never seen a triple play in person before he made it happen himself in the sixth inning of the Los Angeles Angels' 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
4 arrests after home reportedly owned by Brad Pitt was ransacked by burglars, police say
Four people have been arrested in connection with a burglary earlier this summer at a Los Angeles home reportedly owned by actor Brad Pitt, police said Tuesday.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
Look what you made her do — Taylor Swift has announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Swift announced the album on her website shortly after a countdown timer expired at 12:12 a.m. Tuesday.
