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1 week ago in National

Tim Walz, Democrats’ 2024 VP candidate, won’t run for a third term as Minnesota governor

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Democrats 2024 candidate for vice president, is ending his bid for a third term as governor less than four months after launching a reelection campaign.

1 week ago in Trending, World

Maduro is taken to a US courthouse for his first appearance on drug trafficking charges

Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to make his first appearance Monday in an American courtroom on the narco-terrorism charges the Trump administration used to justify capturing him and bringing him to New York.

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Urbana Health and Wellness Center marks one year of growth and community impact

“Seeing how quickly the community has made this space their own has been incredibly rewarding.”

Illini Berry Wallace continues to shine.

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Illini rally comes up short in road loss at No. 24 Michigan State

Illinois women outscore Spartans after halftime but see 11-game win streak snapped in 81–75 defeat.

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Applications open for U of I Extension’s Master Gardener training program

DECATUR, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Applications to become a Master Gardener through the Spring 2026 Master Gardener Training are now…

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USDA announces per-acre payment rates for Farmer Bridge Assistance Program

Eligible producers will receive pre-filled applications and payments beginning in February,

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Fighting Illini sports schedule January 4 – January 10

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — It can be hard to keep track of what day it is during this time…

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Quiet start to the week before warmer trend turns back to cold

Monday and Tuesday bring relatively calm winter conditions with seasonal temperatures before midweek changes arrive.

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2026 Pi Mile Run Returns to UIUC to support Eastern Illinois Food Bank

The event is open to runners of all experience levels, from competitive athletes to those looking for a casual and fun community run.

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Illinois Department of Natural Resources revises waterfowl hunting dates for 2026-30

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has revised the South Zone waterfowl season dates…

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New year, new option: Exploring endoscopic weight loss procedures

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As the New Year begins, many people focus on improving their health and losing weight.…

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Illinois DHS reports data exposure from publicly accessible planning maps

Incorrect privacy settings left internal maps containing sensitive information on hundreds of thousands of program recipients viewable online for years.

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December 27 – January 2 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with full data from the past week,…

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Illinois Department of Labor highlights key worker protections and enforcement actions in 2025

Agency recovers millions in unpaid wages, enforces labor laws, and addresses workplace violations.

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Restaurant Week returning to CU starting on January 30

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The 10th annual Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week will be happening later this month, beginning on…

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Illinois Department of Human Services shares notice of protected health information being made public

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Friday, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) shared a public notice after it…

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Champaign Fire Department offering free smoke alarms to residents

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Working smoke alarms save lives, reduce the chances of death or injury in a fire,…

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Monyok Leadership discusses how to create an event marketing plan that drives ticket sales

We work with nonprofit boards that are tired, volunteers who have limited time, and staff who are carrying the weight of an entire event.

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green talks about Oregon State.

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Illinois women stun No. 7 Maryland, extend historic win streak

Illini rally late to earn highest-ranked Big Ten win in program history and improve to 3–0 in conference play.

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New laws: Illinois’ grocery tax to end, aquifer protections begin

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Capitol News Illinois) — Illinois’ statewide 1% grocery tax will go away on Jan. 1, though many people…

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12 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

18 hours ago in Entertainment

Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time

Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it's being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning "one final time" for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.

18 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.

3 days ago in Entertainment

‘Hamnet’ and ‘One Battle After Another’ take top honors at Golden Globes

Paul Thomas Anderson's ragtag revolutionary saga "One Battle After Another" took top honors at Sunday's 83rd Golden Globes in the comedy category, while Chloé Zhao's Shakespeare drama "Hamnet" pulled off an upset over "Sinners" to win best film, drama.

3 days ago in Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ tops box office for fourth straight week with newcomer ‘Primate’ second

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" kept on smoldering at the box office, taking the top spot for a fourth straight week on a relatively quiet weekend as the January doldrums began setting in for the industry.