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U of I Springfield faculty on strike, supported by lawmakers and students

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The University of Illinois Springfield United Faculty Union says the administration of the University…

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March 28 – April 3 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, though it returns in partial form. Data…

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Spitfire Chicken to Celebrate Grand Opening April 18 in Champaign

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — A new halal-certified rotisserie chicken restaurant is set to officially welcome the community with a…

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High-traffic portion of Kirby Avenue to be reduced to one lane for construction

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — On Friday, the Champaign Public Works Department shared that it would shut down a busy…

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Portion of Paula Drive in Champaign to be closed for water main installation

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — In order to complete water main installation, A&R Services and Illinois American Water will close…

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Horizon Health Offering Free CPR/AED Class in Terre Haute April 17

TERRE HAUTE, IN (Chambana Today) — Horizon Health is offering a free CPR and AED training class next month at…

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Good Judys to Launch Summer Event Series in Southeast Urbana

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — Good Judys Espresso & Bagel Bar is launching a new community event series this summer…

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Champaign County Crimestoppers’ Most Wanted: February Edition

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — With the month of February behind us, Chambana Today’s Crimestoppers’ most wanted list is back,…

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GUEST COMMENTARY: Raising awareness during Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month

Child abuse and neglect can have long-term physical, emotional, and psychological effects.

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Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer named The Associated Press men’s national player of the year

Cameron Boozer was at the center of everything for Duke this season. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound forward proved tough enough to score through...

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US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February

American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February. And the unemployment...

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The Latest: US and Israel are trying to rescue fighter jet crew in Iran, Israeli source says

The U.S. military launched a rescue operation Friday after Iranian state media reported that an American fighter jet went down and at least...

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Stormy start, chilly finish: unsettled spring weather ahead for east central Illinois

Showers, possible thunderstorms early give way to cooler temperatures and lingering clouds through midweek.

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Illini return to Final Four, set for showdown with UConn

No. 3 Illinois rides dominant tournament run into national semifinal against defending power at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Cunningham Children’s Home to host 22nd Annual Festival of Quilts in Urbana

Two-day fundraiser showcases handmade quilts, student creations and community tradition supporting nearly 1,000 youth and families.

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Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club in Champaign announces new CEO

"Her leadership has strengthened our programs, expanded funding opportunities, and deepened our connection to the Champaign-Urbana community."

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Free event in Monticello to help residents make the most of charitable giving

The event is open to community members, donors, nonprofit leaders, board members and members of local congregations.

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Champaign County Crime Stoppers seeking assistance in December retail theft at TJ Maxx

Employees retrieved $800 worth of clothing the suspects dropped, but the suspects were said to have fled with $1,000 in stolen merchandise.

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Local family shares 5-year-old’s legacy at Urbana organ donation event

Carle and Gift of Hope highlight life-saving impact of donors during Donate Life awareness gathering.

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South Broadway Street to be closed for construction

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — The Urbana Public Works Department shared that South Broadway Avenue would be closed from Main…

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US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February

American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February. And the unemployment...

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The Latest: US and Israel are trying to rescue fighter jet crew in Iran, Israeli source says

The U.S. military launched a rescue operation Friday after Iranian state media reported that an American fighter jet went down and at least...

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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...