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Our newsroom sat down with Hall of Fame pitcher Fergie Jenkins

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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.

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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.

Three-day temperatures dipping below zero.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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…

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Urbana Park District closes all facilities Sunday due to winter weather

Officials cite hazardous travel conditions and extreme cold as storm impacts Champaign County.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Danville Fire Department to swear in new assistant chief

Christopher McMahon promoted after more than 26 years of service.

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State police cite Bloomington business in underage alcohol enforcement detail

Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh listed as noncompliant during January surveillance in McLean County.

Illini men's basketball ran over Maryland at State Farm Center last night.

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Wagler erupts for 46 as No. 11 Illinois stuns No. 4 Purdue

Freshman guard’s career night lifts Illini to 88–82 road upset in Big Ten showdown.

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Blizzard-like conditions hammer Champaign County: Snow, sub-zero temps, and dangerous travel

Heavy Snow and Wind Chill Create Hazardous Conditions Across the Region.

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UPDATE: Road has been reopened after accident shutting down Interstate 74

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — I-74 has reopened, as of noon, after a semi-truck rollover earlier today. 6:40 a.m.: With…

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