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Champaign County deputies make multiple DUI arrests during active weekend
Nine impaired-driving arrests, drugs and firearm seized in series of traffic stops across the county.
Safer Internet Day is February 10
Stay informed, as scams and online threats continue to evolve.
Fighting Illini women earn ranked road win at No. 25 Washington
Cearah Parchment and Berry Wallace power Illinois to 75–66 victory in Seattle.
2 hours ago in National
Black History Month centennial channels angst over anti-DEI climate into education, free resources
In the 100th year since the nation's earliest observances of Black History Month — which began when scholar Carter G. Woodson pioneered the first Negro History Week — celebrations will go on. The current political climate has energized civil rights organizations, artists and academics to engage young people on a full telling of America's story.
2 hours ago in National
5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from ICE facility in Texas
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, who were detained by immigration officers in Minnesota and held at an ICE facility in Texas, were released following a judge's order and returned to Minnesota on Sunday, according to Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.
3 hours ago in National
Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers’ backlash
President Donald Trump said Sunday he will move to close Washington's Kennedy Center performing arts center for two years starting in July for construction, his latest proposal to upturn the storied venue since returning to the White House.
3 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album
Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically-acclaimed "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," closing out a surprising and history-making night. It is the first time a Spanish-language album has taken home the top prize.
3 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz is 22, he's the youngest man ever to win all four of the major titles in tennis, and he had to achieve what no man previously has done to complete the career Grand Slam in Australia.
3 hours ago in National, Trending
Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
No. 9 Illinois extends streak with top-five road win at Nebraska
Illini erase halftime deficit, ride Keaton Wagler’s 28 points to 78–69 victory over No. 5 Huskers.
Snow by the numbers: Champaign sees record start to winter
Public works crews plow nearly 30,000 miles as snow totals top two feet.
Mental wellness workshop to use music and art in Urbana
Family Service of Champaign County to host half-day event focused on creative coping tools.
A case for competencies
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) — Take a look around your organization. The people who will lead it five or ten…
Champaign-Urbana marks Black History Month with full calendar of arts, education and community events
Libraries, schools, museums and performance venues host music, film, lectures and hands-on activities throughout February.
Chambana Today corrects casting call times after error, apologizes to readers and organizers
Incorrect Facebook post listed wrong start time for Compass Casting open call, causing confusion for attendees.
January 24 – January 30 Crimestoppers Booking Report
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with data missing from two days in…
Urbana seeks applicants for 2026 poet laureate program
City opens monthlong application window for sixth cycle celebrating local poetry and community engagement.
Champaign deputy fire chief selected for national executive leadership program
Josh Jessup chosen for prestigious IAFC Fire Service Executive Development Institute.
Stratton Academy receives $20,000 grant from Healing Illinois
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Earlier this week, it was announced that the Stratton Academy of the Arts was recognized…
Urbana students walked out to protest ICE actions
More than 100 high schoolers rallied downtown, sharing personal stories and calling for a boycott.
