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A cruise ship is waiting for help after a suspected outbreak of rare hantavirus onboard killed 3

A Dutch cruise ship with nearly 150 people aboard, including 17 Americans, was waiting for help off the coast of Cape Verde in the Atlantic Ocean on Monday after a suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus killed three passengers and left at least three others seriously ill, the World Health Organization and the ship's operator said.

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US claims progress in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, saying 2 merchant ships have transited

The U.S. military said Monday that two American-flagged merchant ships had successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz after it launched a new plan to restore traffic. Iran has effectively closed the critical waterway since the U.S. and Israel launched the war in late February.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Jury selection begins in former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs’ assault trial

Jury selection began Monday in the assault trial of former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs in connection with a heated dispute he had with his private chef.

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Allen ties playoff career high with 22 points as Cavaliers beat Raptors 114-102 to advance

Jarrett Allen tied his playoff career high with 22 points and grabbed 19 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 114-102 victory over the Toronto Raptors in Game 7 of their series Sunday night.

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Cunningham and Harris help Pistons finish comeback for first playoff series win in 18 years

Cade Cunningham had 32 points and 12 assists, Tobias Harris added 30 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7 on Sunday to win a playoff series for the first time in 18 years.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Met Gala guests from Beyoncé to Nicole Kidman set to flaunt fashion as art

From beyond the museum walls Monday, works of art will move and take shape as the glitterati of guests from Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman to Venus Williams will fashionably ascend the Metropolitan Museum of Art's steps and exhibit their creative interpretations of this year's dress code, "Fashion is art."

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Urbana surveillance ordinance changes draw concern over transparency and police authority

Residents question whether proposed revisions weaken oversight while police say changes are needed for flexibility.

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Christian Mitchell highlights roots, public service, and statewide vision in podcast interview

Lieutenant Governor candidate reflects on family, healthcare struggles, and plans to address economic development and trust across Illinois.

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Community Foundation launches capacity-building grant cycle for nonprofits: Focus with Callie Luttman

Up to $60,000 available across nine counties to support training, planning, and long-term sustainability.

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Danville Mayor addresses recent violence over the weekend, with one fatality and several injuries

DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) — On Sunday afternoon, Danville Mayor Rickey Williams Jr. responded after three violent altercations took place over…

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Five injured in two separate Danville shootings over three days

Danville police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred three days apart, leaving five people injured. No arrests have been made in either case.

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April 25 – May 1 Crimestoppers Booking Report

The Champaign County Sheriff's Office published booking data for only four of seven days last week, totaling 63 bookings including 13 DUIs and 18 assault/battery charges.

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Illinois men’s basketball lands Providence transfer Stefan Vaaks

Illinois has signed Providence transfer Stefan Vaaks, a sophomore guard who led the Big East in three-pointers and broke the Providence freshman scoring record last season.

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New study suggests coffee may benefit gut health and mood, but an OSF doctor urges caution

A new study links coffee consumption to better gut health and lower stress levels, but an OSF HealthCare gastroenterologist says the research is promising but not definitive.

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Helmet up: an OSF emergency physician shares what he sees when cyclists skip the gear

An OSF HealthCare emergency physician explains the risks of cycling without a helmet and what happens in the ER after a bike accident, prompted by Gordon Ramsay's 2024 crash.

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Patrick Ireland appointed new Director of Sales at Illini Media Group

Ireland is ready to lead Illini Media Group’s sales team and help local businesses leverage the power of radio and media advertising.

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One dead, one injured in Danville parking lot shooting Friday; suspect in custody

One person was killed and another injured in a shooting Friday afternoon in a Danville grocery store parking lot. One suspect is in custody.

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New online guide offers comprehensive list of live music events in central Illinois

Central Illinois Music Guide: Where the Music Lives" covers Champaign, Vermilion, Piatt, Ford, and Iroquois counties.

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Parkland students win national land surveying competition in Washington, D.C.

Five Parkland College students won first place in the associate's degree division of a national land surveying competition on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. in April.

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Never had allergies before? An OSF nurse practitioner explains why they can still develop in adulthood

Adult-onset allergies affect nearly one in three U.S. adults, and an OSF HealthCare nurse practitioner explains why they happen and how to manage them.

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3 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

New Wings exhibit traces Paul McCartney’s reinvention as husband, father and bandleader

The largest collection of Paul McCartney's personal artifacts ever publicly displayed is part of a new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame centering on his life after The Beatles.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Bam! Pow! Krakoom! The everlasting allure of the American comic book

Pick one up. Be seduced by its glossy cover. Gaze upon the impossibly muscular body clad in a skin-tight suit. Our hero or heroine will surely be soaring, shouting, blasting a villain into next week. They are ridiculous. They are addictively great. Comic books, of the superhero variety, are 100% American.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

John Travolta surprised with honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival

John Travolta was surprised with an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of his directorial debut Friday.