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United States and Illinois flags to fly at half-staff until March 7 to honor Jesse Jackson

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — The Department of Central Management Services has received a notice from Illinois governor JB Pritzker…

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Champaign Police providing steering wheel locks to Kia and Hyundai owners to combat theft

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Earlier this week, the Champaign Police Department shared that it has free steering wheel locks…

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U of I wrestling announces Jeremy Hunter as newest head coach

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — On Thursday, U of I athletic director Josh Whitman removed the “acting” tag from Jeremy…

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Decatur man arrested after investigators find 336 child sexual abuse files on phone

DECATUR, IL (Chambana Today) — A 45-year-old Decatur man was arrested after investigators said they discovered 336 files depicting child…

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Red Cross offering free A1C testing for blood donors in March

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — The American Red Cross is urging blood donors to help the national blood supply recover…

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Illinois treasurer Michael Frerichs announced $200,000 in charitable trust grants

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) — On Thursday, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs unveiled nearly $200,000 in charitable trust grants to…

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University of Illinois’ Labor and Employment Relations, State Labor Department highlight pay equity progress

Analysis of employer data shows narrower gender and racial wage gaps among large firms.

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Champaign County primary ballot overview — Vote on March 17

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, IL (Chambana Today) — Champaign County voters cast ballots on March 17 in the Illinois primary election, selecting…

2 weeks ago in National

Hillary Clinton is testifying as part of the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is testifying before U.S. House lawmakers in New York on Thursday as part of a congressional investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, starting off two days of depositions that will also include former President Bill Clinton.

2 weeks ago in National

Memorial services for Jesse Jackson begin at Chicago headquarters of his civil rights organization

Cross-country memorial services for the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. are set to begin Thursday in Chicago, the city the late civil rights leader called home.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role

Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of "Oldboy" and "No Other Choice," will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday.

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FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says

Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month highlighted by candid teen panel discussion

Courage Connection partnered with Champaign County Community Coalition to promote prevention and healthy relationships.

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Three U of I football players to participate in NFL Combine this week

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Three former Illinois Fighting Illini football players will participate in the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine,…

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Portion of Kirby and Prospect to be closed to repair traffic signal

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — On Wednesday, February 25, it was announced that one lane on Kirby Avenue would be…

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Champaign Fire Department extinguishes fire in single-story residence on Wednesday

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Just before noon on Wednesday, February 26, the Champaign Fire Department responded to a residential…

3 weeks ago in , Champaign Jewelers

Champaign Jewelers announces design brunch and spring wedding band weekend

Upcoming events offer custom jewelry redesigns and expanded bridal selections.

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Central Illinois ticket wins $3 million in Mega Millions drawing

Springfield store sells big winner as jackpot climbs to $458 million.

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Budzinski announces $250,000 for Prairie and Weaver Park renovations

Federal funding to support upgrades at Urbana Park District facilities.

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Ryan Coogler aware of potential Oscar history ahead but focused on ‘Sinners’ team before ceremony

Ryan Coogler understands what Sunday night could mean for Oscar history. He's just not dwelling on it. Instead, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker is looking forward to spending one more night with his "Sinners" collaborators who helped bring the film to life.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleep

British rock star Morrissey won't perform a concert in Valencia after festivities in the Spanish city kept him from getting a proper night's rest, the former frontman of The Smiths said Thursday.

2 days ago in National, Trending

US forecasts blizzard, polar vortex, heat dome and atmospheric river all at once

Days of downpours have begun in Hawaii. The Southwest will soon bake with day after day of record 100-degree-plus (38 Celsius-plus) heat. Two storms will dump snow by the foot over northern Great Lakes states. And the dreaded polar vortex will again invade the Midwest and East with soul-crushing Arctic chill. This forecast of extremes comes as weather whiplash has already hit much of the East.