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3 weeks ago in Sports

Tarik Skubal’s 14 strikeouts propel Tigers past Guardians in Game 1 of AL Wild Card Series

Tarik Skubal tied Detroit's postseason record with 14 strikeouts and the Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-1 on Tuesday in Game 1 of their AL Wild Card Series.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage

The 58-year-old Oscar-winning actor petitioned on Tuesday to end her marriage to the 57-year-old Grammy winning country singer in a Nashville court. The documents state the couple has undergone "marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences."

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Champaign-Urbana gears up for Active Aging Week October 6–12

Week-long celebration promotes healthy, engaged lifestyles for adults 50+ with free events across the community.

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TRAFFIC ACCIDENT ALERT: Vermilion County

VERMILION COUNTY, IL (Chambana Today) — Troop 7 is currently working a minor personal injury crash involving a tractor trailer…

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Parkhill family donates $1 million to transform breast cancer care in Urbana

Gift honors Katie Parkhill’s legacy, advancing technology and patient support at Mills Breast Cancer Institute.

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AVERAGE JOE: A clean slate, brand new season for Illini football after impressive bounce back win

This team has the inner strength and pride to charge through what feels like a brand-new season with unlimited possibilities. 

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Cat Stevens postpones North American tour and cites visa issues

Cat Stevens, who also goes by Yusuf, has postponed the North American leg of his book tour due to unspecified visa issues, the singer announced on social media Monday.

3 weeks ago in Sports

MLB spending disparity on display in playoffs as $509 million Dodgers take on $121 million Reds

Baseball's economic disparity will be on display in the playoffs, where the Los Angeles Dodgers have committed more than $500 million in salaries and luxury tax this season as they take on a Cincinnati Reds team with a $121 million payroll.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill carted off field and taken to hospital with dislocated left knee

Tyreek Hill's season for the Miami Dolphins potentially came to a sudden end on Monday night, when the standout wide receiver's left knee became badly twisted shortly after he made a catch near the sideline.

3 weeks ago in National

US government on brink of first shutdown in almost 7 years amid partisan standoff in Congress

A partisan standoff over health care and spending is threatening to trigger the first U.S. government shutdown in almost seven years, with Democrats and Republicans in Congress unable to find agreement even as thousands of federal workers stand to be furloughed or laid off.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

How to shop secondhand clothing sustainably and look cool doing it

More online platforms are giving secondhand shopping a digital upgrade, rolling out features like livestream shopping and AI-powered search to make thrifting faster and more exciting.

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Champaign Fire Department launches Fire Prevention Week focused on lithium-ion battery safety

Mayor Feinen to kick off week-long campaign with proclamation, open house, and safety fair on October 5.

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Danville man arrested in connection with September 25 shooting

Willie J. Danner, 31, charged with aggravated battery with a firearm following early morning incident.

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Danville man arrested after hit-and-run injures 14-year-old pedestrian

Teen hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries; suspect identified through traffic camera footage.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Twins fire manager Rocco Baldelli after 70-92 season, missing playoffs in 4 of last 5 years

The Minnesota Twins fired manager Rocco Baldelli on Monday, ending his seven-year tenure that included three AL Central titles but only one playoff appearance over his final five seasons.

3 weeks ago in National

Trump takes his tariff war to the movies announcing 100% levies on foreign-made films

President Donald Trump says he will slap a 100% tax on movies made outside the United States — a vague directive aimed at protecting a business that America already dominates.

3 weeks ago in World

1 man killed in Cuba as Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto threaten Bahamas and Bermuda

Authorities in the Bahamas closed most schools Monday as Tropical Storm Imelda dropped heavy rain in the northern Caribbean, including over Cuba where landslides killed at least one man.

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Bioeconomy U: How the University of Illinois is leading the next Industrial Revolution

From lab to land, Illinois is pioneering innovations in biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, and bio-based manufacturing.

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Urbana Police hosting donation drive for Courage Connection

Community members are encouraged to drop off donations at the Urbana Police Department as part of the “Fill the Box for Courage Connection” campaign.

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Illini set for 11 a.m. kickoff vs. #1 Ohio State on Oct. 11

Altmyer, Olano earn Big Ten weekly honors after dramatic win over USC.

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Horror sequel ‘Black Phone 2’ dials up a No. 1 opening

The horror sequel "Black Phone 2" topped the North American box office charts this weekend with $26.5 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

5 days ago in Entertainment

A character wouldn’t leave Reese Witherspoon alone. It led to her first novel

Reese Witherspoon's first novel for adults began with the kind of inspiration veteran fiction writers know well — a character who wouldn't leave her alone.