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4 weeks ago in Sports

Bronze statue of Tom Brady to be unveiled before Patriots’ exhibition opener

Tom Brady left his imprint all over the New England Patriots' record books during his stellar two-decade run with the team. Now, he is set to become the first player in franchise history to be honored with a statue.

4 weeks ago in National

Trump orders increased federal law enforcement presence in Washington to ‘make DC safe again’

The White House said Thursday night that there will be increased presence of federal law enforcement in the nation's capital to combat crime for at least the next week, amid President Donald Trump 's suggestions that his administration could fully take over running the city.

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The Vermilion County Animal Shelter offers buy one, get one deal this weekend

New initiatives are also being launched to increase community involvement and promote adoptions.

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Habitat for Humanity hosting seventh annual Raise the Woof event

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County is inviting the community to join the seventh annual…

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Salvation Army to distribute teen hygiene kits until Friday

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Salvation Army of Champaign County has extended its teen hygiene kit distribution event by…

4 weeks ago in World

Netanyahu says Israel plans to take over all of Gaza in bid to destroy Hamas

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that to destroy Hamas Israel intends to take full control of the Gaza Strip and eventually transfer its administration to friendly Arab forces, as the Security Cabinet discussed a widening of its 22-month offensive.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Mahomes, Chiefs starters to play in preseason opener against Cardinals

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is glad that coach Andy Reid is sending him onto the field with the rest of their starters when Kansas City visits the Arizona Cardinals for their preseason opener Saturday night.

4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Jen Pawol feels like `fully charged battery ready to go’ ahead of breaking big league gender barrier

Jen Pawol was in her hotel room in Nashville, Tennessee, when she got the call she had awaited for a decade. She was going to make her major league debut this weekend, becoming the first female umpire in a century and a half of big league baseball.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Emmylou Harris and Brad Paisley are headed for Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

Country superstar Brad Paisley and Americana powerhouse Emmylou Harris will be inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, the organization announced Wednesday.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and former manager, dies at 48

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and talent manager, has died of cancer, his family said Thursday. He was 48.

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Promise Healthcare hosting Back-to-School Family Fun Day in Rantoul

RANTOUL, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Promise Healthcare is inviting families to join them for fun tomorrow for a Patient Appreciation…

4 weeks ago in National

Suspect who ‘ambushed’ two Pennsylvania state troopers in shooting is dead, official says

A man who ambushed and shot two Pennsylvania state troopers Thursday died and the troopers were hospitalized, officials said.

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Luke Altmyer named to Davey O’Brien Award preseason watch list

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer was named to the Davey O’Brien Award watch list, released on…

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C-U Kiwanis Club to host 101st U of I men’s basketball tip-off charity event

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Champaign-Urbana Kiwanis Club is hosting its University of Illinois Men’s Basketball Tip-Off charity event…

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U of I researcher leads groundbreaking development in rice breeding

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Researchers at the U of I, led by Juan David Arbelaez-Velez, have developed a new,…

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Salvation Army expands hygiene kit Distribution for Champaign County Teens

The organization hopes to serve up to 500 high school students by providing essentials often missing from school supply lists — hygiene products.

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Pick 4 drawing pulls improbable numbers for more than $6.9 million in prizes

CHICAGO, IL (Chambana Today) – Yesterday’s Illinois Lottery Pick 4 game resulted not just in over $6.9 million in total…

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Pet of the Week: Meet Stella, a green/yellow-eyed girl who loves to be held

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Illini Media Group felt like we were cheating on Moore’s Rescue Ranch when we let…

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Motorcycle rider dies after fleeing traffic stop in Champaign County crash

Instead of stopping, Ward fled northbound on Route 130, eventually colliding with a pickup truck about two miles north of Philo.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

How much does the average wedding cost, according to data?

SoFi reports the average U.S. wedding cost in 2025 is $36,000, with a median of $10,000, varying by location and guest count.

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13 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

This year’s song of the summer is a ballad, not a banger. Here’s what that says about us

For the past 14 weeks and counting, the top Billboard spot has been held by a love ballad: Alex Warren's "Ordinary." As Berklee College of Music professor and forensic musicologist Joe Bennett notes, the February release is "a fair bit slower than the mean average for the Hot 100, or for a historical song of the summer."

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Julia Roberts, Anna Wintour, Ralph Lauren and more pay tribute to Giorgio Armani

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani's work spanned the worlds of celebrity, fashion and power. His death announced Thursday at age 91 has elicited an outpouring of tributes.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Al Roker lends his voice and meteorology skills to the new PBS Kids animated show ‘Weather Hunters’

This fall, everyone's favorite weatherman is getting a kick out of launching his own educational cartoon TV show — "Weather Hunters," which premieres Monday on PBS Kids.