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2 days ago in Entertainment
This gift guide for movie lovers ranges from candles and pj’s to books for babies and adults
If you think gifts for movie lovers begin and end with Blu-Rays and cineplex gift cards, think again. There's lots of ways to get creative (and impress) the film fan in your life.
2 days ago in Sports
NCAA puts Michigan State football on 3 years of probation for recruiting violations under Mel Tucker
The NCAA put Michigan State's football program on three years of probation and penalized the school $30,000 plus 1.5% of the team's budget after agreeing former staff members under coach Mel Tucker broke rules regarding recruiting inducements and benefits, communication and unofficial visit expenses.
2 days ago in Sports
Jannik Sinner seals semifinal spot at ATP Finals with win over Alexander Zverev
Defending champion Jannik Sinner sealed a semifinal spot at the ATP Finals with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Alexander Zverev before his home fans on Wednesday.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Singer Akon arrested near Atlanta for missing court over suspended license
Hip-hop artist Akon was arrested last week in suburban Atlanta after he didn't show up in court to face a ticket for driving with a suspended license.
2 days ago in National
Adelita Grijalva sworn in as the House’s newest member, paving the way for an Epstein files vote
Democrat Adelita Grijalva was sworn in as the newest member of Congress on Wednesday, more than seven weeks after she won a special election in Arizona to fill the House seat last held by her late father.
Parkland College launches new apprenticeship program with Rick Ridings Automotive Group
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Parkland College has partnered with Rick Ridings Automotive Group of Monticello to launch a new…
Illinois Farm Bureau now accepting grant applications for rural development projects
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Applications are open for the Illinois Farm Bureau’s 2025-26 Rural Development Grant Program, with $120,000…
Carle’s Convenient Care Plus to relocate to south clinic building Nov. 15
Move will allow expansion of Carle Foundation Hospital’s Emergency Department while maintaining convenient care access for Urbana patients.
Candlestick Lane tradition comes to a close after six decades of holiday cheer
Urbana neighborhood retires its beloved display, though a few homes will still shine this season.
3 days ago in World
Global tuberculosis diagnoses rise to a record, but deaths fall, WHO reports
The number of people diagnosed with tuberculosis worldwide rose again last year, eclipsing 2023's record total, World Health Organization officials said Wednesday.
3 days ago in Sports
Ohio State stays on top of playoff bracket, while Miami makes a big move
Not surprisingly, Ohio State stayed at the top of the rankings, and there was a healthy debate about whether last weekend's action warranted keeping Indiana at No. 2, one spot ahead of Texas A&M.
3 days ago in Entertainment
A happy circumstance: Bob Ross paintings sell for more than $600K to help public TV stations
Three paintings from famously chill public television legend Bob Ross sold Tuesday for more than $600,000 at auction. The paintings were the first of 30 Ross works being sold to benefit public TV stations hurt by cuts in federal funding.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Meghan Trainor says she ‘Still Don’t Care’ — because her new album and tour are about growth
In the decade following her debut album, Meghan Trainor has lived myriad lives — but the message of her bright, cheery pop music has remained the same: Stay true to who you are and ignore the haters. That spirit endures on her lead single, the jovial "Still Don't Care," the first tease of her forthcoming seventh full-length album, "Toy with Me," out April 24.
United Way raises $46K to support local food pantries and soup kitchens
Daily Bread Soup Kitchen receives $7,000 as demand for meals rises amid concerns over SNAP benefits.
No. 14 Illinois holds off No. 11 Texas Tech, 81–77, behind Stojakovic’s breakout performance
The Illini earn their first home win over a ranked nonconference opponent under Brad Underwood.
Carle Health honors Veterans with flag-raising and flag-folding ceremonies across central Illinois
At all eight hospitals, ceremonies paid tribute to those who served — with the symbolic 13 Folds of the American Flag.
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown pleads not guilty to attempted murder charge stemming from Miami shooting
Former NFL star Antonio Brown was returning Tuesday to Miami to face an attempted murder charge stemming from a May shooting, with his lawyer filing a not guilty plea on his behalf.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley died from injuries suffered in fall
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, died from blunt force injuries to the head that he suffered in a fall earlier this year, an autopsy has determined.
3 days ago in Sports
Mavericks fire GM Nico Harrison 9 months after widely panned Luka Doncic trade
The Dallas Mavericks fired general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, an admission nine months later that the widely criticized trade of Luka Doncic backfired on the franchise.
Community leaders to discuss RIFL Act, gun violence solutions at Champaign Town Hall
Wednesday’s “Reimagining Public Safety” event will spotlight innovative approaches and accountability in firearm legislation.
