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Illinois’ defense, net efficiency of top seeds Michigan and Arizona stand out entering Final Four

Illinois (28-8) entered the NCAA tourney ranked second in KenPom's adjusted offensive efficiency by averaging 131.2 points per 100 possessions while ranking just 28th in defense (99.1).

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12-hour April Food’s Day broadcast to support Eastern Illinois Foodbank

The event will feature live breaks from The Yard on Broadway with a full slate of hourly sponsors supporting the cause.

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5 Smart Ways Champaign-Urbana Consumers Can Save Money Right Now

In today’s economy, saving money isn’t just about cutting back—it’s about being smarter with how you spend. From grocery bills…

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Pritzker: Neither I, nor state lawmakers, have anything to do with your property taxes

Pritzker: Republicans are 'confused' on who handles property taxes.

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Cicada covid variant detected in 25 U.S. states, raising concerns

The highly mutated BA.3.2 variant, nicknamed 'Cicada', has been found in wastewater samples and may evade immunity.

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Urbana residents to receive opt-out letters for new electric supply program

Direct Energy selected to provide stable, fixed rates for local electricity aggregation from May 2026 through April 2027.

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Danville man arrested after fleeing from police, striking another vehicle

Norman Potts faces multiple charges, including aggravated fleeing and possession of controlled substances, following erratic driving incident on Vermilion Street.

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Illinois honors Child Abuse Prevention Month with pinwheel planting ceremony

Illinois DCFS leads statewide observance to raise awareness and promote prevention efforts, featuring events across the state throughout April.

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Monticello Area Community Garden celebrates 10th anniversary with season kick-off meeting

Gardeners of all experience levels invited to join the 2026 season with an informational meeting hosted by University of Illinois Extension.

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Champaign Crime Stoppers Seeks Tips in TJ Maxx Theft

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help solving a retail theft that…

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South Mattis Avenue Reconstruction Begins April 13 (Windsor to Curtis)

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — On Monday, April 13, construction will begin on south Mattis Avenue from Windsor Road to…

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EBERTFEST EVENT UPDATE: Presidential Medallion Ceremony canceled at Ebert Symposium

Reception and film screening of The Wiz to proceed as scheduled.

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Woman injured in early morning shooting in Danville

DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) — A 25-year-old woman was injured in an early morning shooting Sunday in Danville, according to…

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Red Cross, Life is Good partner to promote blood donations

Donors can receive limited-edition T-shirt during early April campaign.

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WIC updates expand access, flexibility for Champaign-Urbana families: Focus with Callie Luttman

New food options, formula changes and community programs aim to improve nutrition and reduce barriers for women, infants and children.

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Champaign County ramps up distracted driving enforcement in April

Increased patrols aim to curb phone use behind the wheel during awareness campaign.

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Apartment fire on south third street quickly contained

Sprinkler system and firefighters limit damage, no injuries reported.

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Suspects from robbery at Lindy Lu’s in Urbana still at large

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — Two suspects from an Urbana robbery are still believed to be at-large. Last week, Champaign…

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Champaign-Urbana launches community composting program

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — Just in time for Global Earth Month and Earth Day 2026, Champaign County Environmental Stewards…

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No Champaign City Council meeting on March 31; next session set for April 7

Regular meeting and post-council study session to begin at 7 p.m. next week.

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With the moon now filling their windows, the Artemis II astronauts kicked off their lunar flyby Monday, taking in magnificent views of the far side never before witnessed while setting a new distance record for humanity.

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Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay could soon be freed

A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days after a judge granted him $ 1 million bond on Monday.

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It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally

Mixed reviews didn't dissuade mass audiences from buying tickets to the "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood movie.