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Run, walk, or volunteer: Join the 5th annual Be a Hero 5K: Community Focus With Callie Luttman

Community unites on October 4th in Urbana to raise funds and inspire hope for local youth.

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“Orr”-ticulture advice from a realistic gardner: New column from Illini Media Group’s Brock Orr

Take a handful of photos of diseased plants in your garden and save them in a photo album on your phone.

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Ebertfest leaves Champaign-Urbana after 26 years

“For 26 wonderful years, Ebertfest created a unique space for audiences, filmmakers, and critics to come together and explore the power of movies.”

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First day of Fall y’all: Five things to clean up before the leaves start to drop

Now is the time to take a quick inventory of your space before leaves start to fall in earnest. 

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September 13 – September 19 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with data released for four of the…

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Danville Fire Department announces the retirement of Captain Neil Yelenick

Captain Yelenick has served with the department for 26 years and 11 months.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Gen Z’s credit scores are dropping. Here’s what to do if yours is too

Gen Z has seen its credit scores drop more than any other generation over the past year, largely because of student loan debt, according to a new report out this week.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Miami Heat All-Star Tyler Herro has ankle surgery and will miss the start of training camp

All-Star guard Tyler Herro underwent surgery Friday to repair an issue affecting his left ankle and foot, meaning the Miami Heat will be without their leading returning scorer when training camp starts later this month.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James who co-wrote ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ dies in plane crash

Grammy award-winning country songwriter Brett James, whose string of top hits includes "Jesus, Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood and "When the Sun Goes Down" by Kenny Chesney, died in a plane crash in North Carolina, authorities said Friday. He was 57.

2 weeks ago in World

The Taliban release British couple held for months in Afghanistan on undisclosed charges

The Taliban released on Friday a British couple held in Afghanistan for more than seven months on undisclosed charges, likely part of a wider effort to get their government recognized internationally, years after taking power.

2 weeks ago in National

Kennedy’s vaccine advisers change COVID shot guidance, calling them an individual choice

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new vaccine advisers added confusion Friday to this fall's COVID-19 vaccinations — declining to recommend them for anyone and leaving the choice up to those who want a shot.

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‘Out of Order (An Actors’ Studio Production)’ to open Parkland College Theatre’s 2025-26 season

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Parkland College Theatre is getting ready to open its doors for the 2025-26 season. “Out…

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AT&T and Compudopt kick off Illinois Back to School Connectivity Month, provide 1,500 laptops to students and families

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As part of a collaborative initiative between AT&T and Compudopt, 1,500 laptops have been provided…

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Challenger: U.S. Rep. Mary Miller is too conservative for central Illinois

"I think we still have to treat government with a certain amount of process and with respect.”

2 weeks ago in , Insurance Expert

The hidden gaps in business insurance: What local owners need to know

Insurance is about more than just fixing buildings — it’s about protecting the future of the business.

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From Ukraine to Heritage High: FLEX Student Embraces American life and learning

“I think it’s important that young people get to experience another culture,” Andrii said.

2 weeks ago in Music, Trending

Cardi releases highly anticipated ‘Am I the Drama?’ album

Seven years after her landmark debut "Invasion of Privacy," Cardi B has returned. And, in typical fashion, she's doing it with plenty of spectacle.

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East St. Louis player wins $14.6M Illinois Lotto Jackpot with favorite numbers

“I just want to take care of my family, get a nice house, and drive a Lexus.”

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New Emerging Technology Center unveiled in U of I’s Research Park

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The U of I and consumer financial services leader Synchrony celebrated a major milestone this…

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City of Urbana to introduce Alternative Response Task Force with October 6 presentation 

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — In partnership with the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP), will formally launch the Alternative Response…

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Beloved ‘Reading Rainbow’ returns after nearly 20 years with new host Mychal Threets

After nearly 20 years, the beloved, long-running children's series "Reading Rainbow" is back, this time on the KidZuko YouTube channel.

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Trump uses government shutdown to dole out firings and punishment

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Gatorade and Cheetos are among the Pepsi products getting a natural dye makeover

PepsiCo, which also makes Doritos, Cap'n Crunch cereal, Funyuns and Mountain Dew, announced in April that it would accelerate a planned shift to using natural colors in its foods and beverages.