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Parkland College joins Feed the Need food drive to support local families

Student groups and campus police lead efforts to collect food and diapers for community organizations.

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Former French President Sarkozy released from prison pending appeal in conspiracy case

France's former President Nicolas Sarkozy departed a Paris prison Monday after a Paris appeals court granted him release under judicial supervision, less that three weeks after he began serving a five-year sentence for criminal conspiracy in a scheme to finance his 2007 election campaign with funds from Libya.

5 days ago in Sports

Rodgers’ struggles continue to mount in Steelers’ loss to Chargers

Aaron Rodgers' tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers began on a high note with four wins in five games to start the season. Since then, however, the 41-year-old quarterback's performance has gotten progressively worse and worse as the Steelers have lost three of four.

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MLB pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors

Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges they took bribes from sports bettors to throw certain types of pitches, including tossing balls in the dirt instead of strikes, to ensure successful bets.

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Semi-truck crash closed part of I-74 near Oakwood early Monday

Westbound lanes shut down for several hours as crews clear the scene,

5 days ago in Entertainment

Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is going up for auction

Just in time for the theatrical release of "Wicked: For Good," fans will get a chance to own memorabilia from the 1939 original film, "The Wizard of Oz," and one item is especially witchy.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Flight cancellations and delays worsen as government shutdown drags on

The pain Americans are facing at airports across the country is expected to get worse this week if Congress is unable to reach a deal to reopen the federal government.

5 days ago in National

Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others who backed efforts to overturn 2020 election, official says

President Donald Trump has pardoned his former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, his former chief of staff Mark Meadows and others accused of backing the Republican's efforts to overturn the 2020 election, a Justice Department official says.

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CUPHD leader to discuss future of local public health programs amid funding concerns

Julie Pryde to speak at League of Women Voters event on how funding changes could impact Champaign County services,

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Snow covers Champaign County and surrounding areas; schools and roads feeling the chill

With temperatures in the mid-20s and light snow flurries this morning, travel is hazardous and winter conditions have impacted several area schools.

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Season of Giving: HOYCE Center and DREAM partner to bring holiday cheer: Community Focus with Callie Luttman

Giveaway set for Dec. 6 at Urbana Park District’s new Wellness Center.

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Boil orders issued in Champaign and Urbana

Valve replacement and main break prompt water safety advisories.

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Champaign County Sheriff warns of phone scam targeting residents

Scammers posing as sheriff’s deputies demand payments over the phone.

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Illinois women hold off late push to beat Illinois State

Wallace scores 22 as Illini improve to 2–0 ahead of first road trip.

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Clinton schools closed Monday after power outage

Lincoln School still without power; repairs underway, classes expected to resume Tuesday.

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Urbana Launches Task Force to Develop New Community Response Program

City partners with national law enforcement reform group to create unarmed crisis response teams for non-police 911 calls.

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November 1 – November 7 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with data missing from just one day…

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U of I Extension SNAP-Ed launches Holiday Food Drive

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The University of Illinois Extension is launching a SNAP-Ed Holiday Food Drive to support Champaign…

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Flyover Film Studios to hold filmmaking 4 x 4 workshop event

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Flyover Film Studios and the Champaign County Film Office are holding a new event for…

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Parkland College to hold Veterans Day ceremony to honor veterans

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Parkland College is inviting the District 505 community to attend its 2025 Veterans Day ceremony…

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Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2025 Latin Grammys, capping an electric night

It should come as a shock to no one: The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards were all about Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican superstar won album of the year for his landmark release "Debí Tirar Más Fotos."

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Ohtani is unanimous MVP for 4th time in winning NL honor as Judge edges Raleigh for 3rd AL accolade

Shohei Ohtani likes winning Most Valuable Player awards. He loves winning the World Series even more. The two-way Japanese star did both for a second season in a row for the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning his fourth career MVP on Thursday night while unanimously earning the National League honor.

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Doritos and Cheetos dial back the bright orange in new versions without artificial ingredients

PepsiCo said Thursday it's launching toned-down versions of its bright orange snacks that won't have any artificial colors or flavors. Doritos and Cheetos Simply NKD will hit store shelves on Dec. 1.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Sarah Jessica Parker to be honored with Carol Burnett Award at the Golden Globes

Sarah Jessica Parker is going from someone who gives out prizes to getting one. The Emmy- and Screen Actors Guild Award-winner — and judge for the 2025 Booker Prize — was named Thursday as the recipient of the Carol Burnett Award for her "outstanding contributions to television on or off screen."

1 day ago in National, Trending

Blue Origin launches huge rocket carrying twin NASA spacecraft to Mars

Blue Origin launched its huge New Glenn rocket Thursday with a pair of NASA spacecraft destined for Mars. It was only the second flight of the rocket that Jeff Bezos' company and NASA are counting on to get people and supplies to the moon.