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Budzinski blasts “Big Beautiful Bill,” warns of deep cuts to health, food, and rural services

On the economic front, Budzinski criticized Trump’s trade policies, especially the impacts on farmers.

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Illinois State unveils updated Reggie Redbird bobblehead

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled a bobblehead that will be familiar…

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IDOT announces closures on I-74 and I-57 for September 3 and 4

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced on Friday that overnight closures of westbound Interstate…

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Driver arrested for Aggravated DUI after striking bicyclist in St. Joseph

The incident remains under investigation by the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office.

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Oakwood man arrested for overnight burglary of Danville bar

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On August 18, at around 5:10 a.m., police officers with the Danville Police Department’s patrol…

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Accident on I-74 Eastbound at Milepost 193

Troopers are on scene of a single vehicle crash on I-74 East at Milepost 193 in the median.  Due to…

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John and Bonnie Dauer make $3M gift to support Illini Athletics and University Library

Director of Athletics Josh Whitman praised the couple’s generosity, calling it a “one-of-a-kind, transformational gift”.

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Local roots, fresh food: Inside Common Ground Food Co-op’s local and seasonal offerings

The Co-op is preparing for a major Owner Drive this fall, with Owner Appreciation Days set for September 10–16, and extra perks planned for new owners throughout September and October.

4 weeks ago in World

Peace efforts in limbo as Ukraine’s capital mourns 23 dead after Russian attack

The death toll in a major Russian missile and drone strike on the Ukrainian capital rose to 23, including four children, officials said Friday, as U.S.-led efforts to end the three-year war remain stuck in apparent limbo.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Micah Parsons joins other NFL stars traded away during their primes

The shocking decision by the Dallas Cowboys to trade Micah Parsons to Green Bay after four dominant seasons as a pass rusher is far from unprecedented.

4 weeks ago in Sports

F1 tension builds as Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris resume title fight at the Dutch GP

Ahead of this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix, the first race in four weeks, Oscar Piastri is just nine points ahead of his McLaren teammate and title rival Lando Norris, who won three of the last four races before the mid-season break.

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Man accused in 2023 death of Springfield activist arrested in Mexico

No details yet on when Calixto might be extradited back to Springfield.

4 weeks ago in National

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for former Vice President Harris after Biden had extended it

President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, a senior White House official said on Friday.

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CUPHD calls for urgent donations of period products amid supply shortage

CUPHD has set up an Amazon wishlist for virtual donations.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Doja Cat, Post Malone and Tate McRae will perform at MTV VMAs. Here’s what to know about the show

Pop singers Conan Gray and Tate McRae will each make their performance debut on the MTV Video Music Awards stage next month, the VMAs announced Tuesday.

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Champaign Labor Day parade and picnic to highlight union solidarity, economic justice

Organizers say the event is more than a celebration — it’s a call to action.

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U of I study looks to ease GI symptoms for cancer patients

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — While cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation are highly effective at targeting tumors, they often…

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Illinois Department of Transportation announces lanes reopening ahead of Labor Day

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the temporary reopening of lanes across the…

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ILEAS unveils expanded training center, celebrates growth and community impact

What began in a borrowed basement office at METCAD has become a statewide system with more than 900 member agencies. 

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Pet of the Week: Kane is still looking for his forever home

Kane didn’t just walk into the room—he bounded in, full of hope and personality.

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19 hours ago in Entertainment

Mikey Madison will play a Facebook whistleblower in Aaron Sorkin’s ‘Social Network’ follow-up

Aaron Sorkin is diving back into the world of Facebook with a "Social Network" follow-up featuring Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg and a newly minted Oscar winner as a whistleblower.

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Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ brings revolution to the (very) big screen

Paul Thomas Anderson spent about 20 years writing "One Battle After Another." After two decades, it's never felt more relevant.

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Q&A: Mariah Carey enters ‘the era of me’ with her first album in 7 years

Seven years after her last album and 35 years into a powerhouse career, Mariah Carey continues her reign as the queen of pop and R&B with "Here for It All."