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4 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Mercy’ unseats ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ atop the box office on snow-blanketed weekend in theaters
With a winter storm blanketing a large swath of the country, Hollywood had its quietest weekend of the year at the box office. The Amazon MGM sci-fi thriller "Mercy" dethroned "Avatar: Fire and Ash" from the No. 1 spot with $11.2 million in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.
4 weeks ago in National
Northeast sees more snow from the tail end of a colossal winter storm, at least 13 deaths reported
The U.S. workweek opened with yet more snow dumping on the Northeast under the tail end of a colossal winter storm that brought ice and power outages, impassable roads, canceled flights and frigid cold to much of the southern and eastern United States. At least 13 weather-related deaths have been reported.
4 weeks ago in National, Trending
A federal judge is set to hear arguments on Minnesota’s immigration crackdown after fatal shootings
A federal judge will hear arguments Monday on whether she should at least temporarily halt the immigration crackdown in Minnesota that has led to the fatal shootings of two people by government officers.
Fergie Jenkins provides in-depth interview while reflecting on career, modern baseball, and Dick Allen legacy
The Cubs’ all-time strikeout leader weighs in on modern pitching, salary caps, racial progress, and the legends he faced on the mound.
Illinois Public Media launches Teen Summit 2.0: The Remix to amplify youth voices
New multi-platform civic media initiative reimagines BET’s Teen Summit for a new generation.
Bitter wind chills followed winter storm in Champaign-Urbana
Arctic air pushed wind chills well below zero as snow-covered roads and extreme cold lingered.
Winter weather led to dozens of crashes and assists in Champaign-Urbana area
State police reported nearly 50 incidents in Troop 7 as snow and cold affected travel.
Primary election guide: why voting on March 17 matters and how to make your plan: Community Focus with Callie Luttman
Volunteers outline voting options, key dates and trusted nonpartisan resources ahead of March 17 election.
Parkland’s Giertz Gallery to present lecture by artist Malcolm Mobutu Smith
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College will host a lecture by Malcolm Mobutu Smith next…
Illinois Department of Aging opens nominations for 2026 Senior Hall of Fame class
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is seeking nominations for its 2026 induction class of…
Stay up-to-date on school closings on at chambanatoday.com
Hazardous travel and bitter cold prompt districts and colleges to cancel in-person classes Monday.
Urbana activates sidewalk snow removal requirement after winter storm
Property owners in designated districts must clear sidewalks within 24 hours of the city’s declaration.
Champaign activates sidewalk snow removal ordinance after weekend snowfall
Property owners in Downtown, Midtown and Campustown have 24 hours to clear sidewalks following director’s declaration.
City of Danville to host Paint and Sip
DANVILLE, Il. (Chambana Today) — If you’ve ever wanted to go out and hang out with some friends and have…
Urbana Park District closes all facilities Sunday due to winter weather
Officials cite hazardous travel conditions and extreme cold as storm impacts Champaign County.
University chancellor invites campus community to virtual Q&A on strategic planning
Two online sessions in late February will focus on the institution’s future direction and priorities.
Snow blankets Champaign County as bitter cold tightens its grip
Several inches have fallen across the area, with more snow expected before dangerously cold wind chills settle into the area.
Danville’s First Fridays teams up with Illini Skateland for Glow in the Galaxy event
Glow in the Galaxy is part of Danville's First Friday's and takes place on Friday February 6 from 5-8 p.m. at Illini Skateland.
Danville Fire Department to swear in new assistant chief
Christopher McMahon promoted after more than 26 years of service.
State police cite Bloomington business in underage alcohol enforcement detail
Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh listed as noncompliant during January surveillance in McLean County.
