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Illinois Conservation Foundation announces recipients of Outdoor Excellence Awards
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Wednesday, the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) announced the recipients of its annual Outdoor Excellence…
Illinois unemployment rate holds steady in November as payrolls remain flat
Federal shutdown halted October data collection; job losses concentrated in transportation, hospitality.
Illinois State Fair announces digital ticketing for 2026 season
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Starting January 1, the Illinois State Fair has gone 100% digital after a successful trial…
IDPH urges flu vaccinations as influenza activity reaches ‘very high’ levels
State reports first pediatric flu death of the season; COVID-19 cases also rising.
3 days ago in Entertainment
‘One Battle After Another’ dominates SAG’s Actor Awards with 7 nominations
"One Battle After Another" dominated nominations to the Actor Awards on Wednesday, with Paul Thomas Anderson's ragtag revolutionary saga landing a record seven nods in the annual SAG-AFTRA honors.
Unit 4 Schools provides facts and activities for National Mentoring Month
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — January is National Mentoring Month, and Champaign Unit 4 School District is collaborating with CU…
3 days ago in Features
Rescuers use drone technology to find dog that escaped along New Jersey Turnpike
A dog escaped from a rest stop along the New Jersey Turnpike and wandered for about 25 miles (40 kilometers) before she was found safe the next day with help from a drone.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Attorney for Rob Reiner’s son resigns but says his client is not guilty of murder under state law
The high-profile private attorney for Nick Reiner was granted a request to be removed from his case Wednesday, but later told reporters that according to California law his client is not guilty of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
3 days ago in National
ICE officer kills a Minneapolis driver in a deadly start to Trump’s latest immigration operation
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a Minneapolis driver on Wednesday during the Trump administration's latest immigration crackdown on a major American city — a shooting that federal officials said was an act of self-defense but that the city's mayor described as "reckless" and unnecessary.
Early-morning fire damages vacant building on North Goodwin Avenue
Urbana firefighters extinguish second-floor blaze; cause under investigation.
New USDA leadership brings focus to east-central Illinois farms and rural communities
Appointments expected to influence federal programs supporting local farmers, rural development, and agricultural services.
New Illinois law protects workers who document violence using work devices
Amendment to VESSA ensures employees cannot be disciplined for recording evidence of abuse on employer-provided technology.
Sheriff’s office reports 17 traffic stops during December enforcement details
Special patrols focused on speeding, seat belt use and impaired driving.
Strides Interim Director selected as next Champaign Township Supervisor
Questions focused largely on fiscal oversight, collaboration with other governmental entities and the future of township services.
Parchment, Wallace earn Big Ten weekly honors
Illinois women’s basketball duo recognized after statement wins over ranked opponents.
Illinois mother wins $350,000 Lucky Day Lotto jackpot
Winner says Christmas Day drawing brought an unexpected start-of-year blessing.
THE ROAD REPORT: More closures announced for Champaign-Urbana; plan accordingly
**The Road Report was republished on Wednesday, July 7, 2026, to reflect new road closures.** CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) –…
4 days ago in Entertainment
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine reports to NYC lockup where Nicolas Maduro and Luigi Mangione await trial
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is joining Venezuela's president and the man charged with gunning down United Healthcare's CEO in a notorious federal lockup in New York City.
4 days ago in Olympics, Sports
Host nation Italy sets ambitious medal target for Winter Olympics despite athlete injuries
Italy will be hoping to deliver on and off the snow and ice at its home Olympics. The host nation is keen to put on a spectacular Winter Games but also wants success in terms of medals.
4 days ago in Sports
John Harbaugh is fired as the Baltimore Ravens’ coach after 18 seasons, including a Super Bowl win
John Harbaugh's 18-year tenure in Baltimore included two distinct periods of success. After taking over, Harbaugh capitalized on the last few years of Ray Lewis' career, reaching the AFC title game three times in his first five seasons as coach and winning a Super Bowl.
