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Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations
City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend.
Tornado risk increases across the area with storms expected this afternoon
Forecasters warn of possible rotating storms from midday through late evening.
Danville native and NFL player Trent Sherfield to headline rescue celebration
Community event marks one year of service with fundraising, food, and a message of giving back.
City of Urbana seeks resident input on housing needs, affordability challenges
“Understanding our community’s housing needs is fundamental to building an Urbana where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”
Illini sendoff draws hundreds as team departs for Final Four
Students, families, and supporters gathered outside State Farm Center.
Rep. Ammons introduces legislation allocating $1 million to Hunger-Free Campus Grant Fund
“Students shouldn’t have to choose between pursuing a degree or the ability to afford food, and the Hunger-Free Campus Fund helps eliminate that choice.”
Portion of Fifth Street on campus to be closed for construction
The closure will begin on Thursday, April 2, and will reopen on Saturday, May 2.
Champaign Fire Department extinguishes fire in single-family home on Wednesday
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — At around 1:57 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1, the Champaign Fire Department responded to a…
2 days ago in Entertainment, National, Trending
The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon
NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Megan Thee Stallion takes 2 Broadway shows off after illness during ‘Moulin Rouge!’
Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to the hospital after "feeling very ill" while onstage on Broadway in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical." She later took to social media to explain...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Bruce Springsteen brings ‘Streets of Minneapolis’ home as he launches US tour with ‘War’
Bruce Springsteen was in a defiant but upbeat mood as he returned Tuesday night to the "Streets of Minneapolis" to launch his latest...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock’s home
The Army pilots who hovered two helicopters near Kid Rock's Tennessee home during a training run while he clapped and saluted have had their...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Sports
Men’s NCAA tournament averaging 10.3 million viewers, its most-watched since 1993
The men's NCAA tournament is averaging 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, according to Nielsen. That is the tournament's best audience since...
Free training to guide workers interested in forming a union
Daylong session will cover worker rights, collective action, and steps to unionization.
Illinois’ defense, net efficiency of top seeds Michigan and Arizona stand out entering Final Four
Illinois (28-8) entered the NCAA tourney ranked second in KenPom's adjusted offensive efficiency by averaging 131.2 points per 100 possessions while ranking just 28th in defense (99.1).
12-hour April Food’s Day broadcast to support Eastern Illinois Foodbank
The event will feature live breaks from The Yard on Broadway with a full slate of hourly sponsors supporting the cause.
5 Smart Ways Champaign-Urbana Consumers Can Save Money Right Now
In today’s economy, saving money isn’t just about cutting back—it’s about being smarter with how you spend. From grocery bills…
Pritzker: Neither I, nor state lawmakers, have anything to do with your property taxes
Pritzker: Republicans are 'confused' on who handles property taxes.
Cicada covid variant detected in 25 U.S. states, raising concerns
The highly mutated BA.3.2 variant, nicknamed 'Cicada', has been found in wastewater samples and may evade immunity.
Urbana residents to receive opt-out letters for new electric supply program
Direct Energy selected to provide stable, fixed rates for local electricity aggregation from May 2026 through April 2027.
