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6 days ago in Lifestyle
Challenging your brain helps keep it healthy. Here’s how to do it
One recent study linked a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline to lifelong learning, meaning intellectually stimulating experiences — reading and writing, learning another language, playing chess, solving puzzles, going to museums — from childhood into retirement.
6 days ago in , Dr David Fletcher, Safeworks
Local doctor’s 20-year quest helps baseball star Dick Allen reach the Hall of Fame
Champaign physician Dr. Fletcher turns decades-long advocacy into a book and upcoming documentary about the overlooked slugger and his legacy.
Early childhood mental health starts at birth, according to Birth to Five Illinois leaders: Community Focus With Callie Luttman
Regional managers say stronger support systems, training, and community awareness can help young children and families thrive.
Illinois isn’t totally flat: A hiker’s guide to exploring Illinois trails
ILLINOIS (Chambana Today) — Illinois may be known for flat farmland, but the state offers surprising scenery, forests, bluffs and miles…
Urbana city council to consider traffic changes and Ward 4 appointment Monday
Agenda includes new stop signs, parking restrictions, a motor fuel tax road project and the appointment of a new council member.
Champaign city council to hold special meeting March 10 with settlement resolution on agenda
Meeting time changed to 5:30 p.m.; public invited to participate.
Expert: Seasonal Affective Disorder is a problem in the Spring, too
The "Spring Forward" time change can also hit your mental health, said Barbara Wheatley.
Farmer City’s The Mischievous Monkeys to hold open house later this month
FARMER CITY, IL (Chambana Today) — A Farmer City business with a unique mascot will celebrate its fifth anniversary later…
February 28 – March 6 Crimestoppers Booking Report
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back after a week off, with a six days of…
Illini rally late but fall to #9 Iowa in Big Ten Quarterfinals
Brown-Hagger scores season-high 22 as Illinois cuts 22-point deficit to six before tournament run ends
Chambana Today’s Weekly On-Campus Crime Log for February 26 – March 4
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Chambana Today’s On-Campus Crime Log is back this week. Whether you’re a parent trying to…
Online Illinois Lottery player wins nearly $1.7 million
CHICAGO (Chambana Today) — A lucky Illinois Lottery player won nearly $1.7 million through the FastPlay Ultimate Diamond Jackpot game.…
Sidewalk construction to reduce southbound Prospect avenue traffic to one lane next week
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Construction on a sidewalk will shut down a southbound lane of Prospect Avenue for most…
1 week ago in Sports, Trending
Ohtani has grand slam, 5 RBIs as Japan routs Taiwan 13-0 in its WBC opener
Shohei Ohtani doubled on the first pitch of the game, then hit a go-ahead grand slam and an RBI single in a 10-run second inning to lead defending champion Japan over Taiwan 13-0 Friday night in its World Baseball Classic opener.
1 week ago in Entertainment
After 5 years, Sarah J. Maas returns to ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ with 2 untitled books
Romantasy favorite Sarah J. Maas has given her millions of fans a plot twist they had long been waiting for — two more books over the next 11 months in her blockbuster "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series.
Red Cross urges Illinois residents to test smoke alarms when clocks spring forward Sunday
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Daylights saving time begins on Sunday, March 8, and the American Red Cross is urging…
Illinois taxpayers can donate to health causes directly on their state tax return
SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) — As Illinoisans prepare their 2025 state tax returns, the Illinois Department of Public Health is…
Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between First Street and Fourth Street)
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – In order to complete construction at Gies Memorial Stadium, Piros Signs will close one westbound…
Chambana Today makes it easier to follow in Google News
Readers can now add the site as a preferred source to see stories first.
Two juveniles arrested after armed reports near Champaign school
Police say no injuries or gunfire evidence found during brief “secure hold” at Garden Hills Academy.
