News » Page 15
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘One Battle After Another’ and Jafar Panahi win big at Gotham Awards
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" was crowned best feature film and the dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi won three awards Monday at the 35th annual Gotham Awards, a starry kickoff to the film industry's awards season.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Prada finalizes purchase of fashion rival Versace for $1.4 billion, launching new era
The Prada Group closed the purchase of Milan fashion rival Versace in a $1.375 billion cash deal that puts the fashion house known for its sexy silhouettes under the same roof as Prada's "ugly chic" aesthetic and Miu Miu's youth-driven appeal.
U of I team awarded $1 million FDA grant to track drug-resistant bacteria in retail meat
Researchers will expand statewide surveillance as antimicrobial-resistant “superbugs” continue to threaten public health.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Kiffin laments circumstances of his Ole Miss exit, but says he couldn’t pass up LSU
Lane Kiffin called his past six years at Ole Miss "the best six years" of his life, and then tried to explain why he felt compelled to leave Oxford, Mississippi, behind and take over an LSU football program that he's always admired from afar.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Drake Maye passes for 2 TDs, Patriots become 1st team to 11 wins, defeating Giants 33-15
Led by Drake Maye and Marcus Jones, the New England Patriots became the first NFL team to reach 11 wins this season. They also left no doubt about the gulf between them and the New York Giants at the moment.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Apple Replay is here. What’s the No. 1 song on Apple Music’s 2025 songs chart?
It arrived in 2024. And it never left. Rosé and Bruno Mars' massively popular, Grammy-nominated "APT." topped Apple Music's global song chart in 2025 as the giant music streamer released year-end lists Tuesday and provided listeners with data on their own most listened-to tunes.
3 weeks ago in World
Former Honduras President Hernández freed after Trump pardon
Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández, sentenced last year to 45 years in prison for his role in helping drug traffickers move hundreds of tons of cocaine to the United States, was released from prison following a pardon from President Donald Trump, his wife announced Tuesday.
Illinois lottery urges adults to gift responsibly this holiday season
Officials remind the public that lottery tickets are for adults only as state partners highlight risks of underage gambling.
Urbana triggers sidewalk snow removal order after winter storm
Property owners in key districts must clear sidewalks by 11 a.m. Wednesday or face possible city action and fines.
32 rescued in major multi-agency response at Churchill Towers Fire
At least two residents hospitalized; cause under investigation.
Annual Illini merchandise sale returns Dec. 6 at Gies Memorial Stadium
Fans can shop discounted team-issued gear and new Fighting Illini apparel at the Great West Hall event.
Urbana unveils new firehouse, marking major leap in safety and modernization
City leaders say the state-of-the-art station will Improve health protections and response times.
Parkland expands youth programs with new College for Kids: Spring Edition in 2026
Creative, hands-on classes for ages 6–15 with an expanded lineup and Spring Break options.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Can your dog eat Christmas dinner? The holiday foods pets can and can’t have
Spot & Tango reports on safe holiday foods for dogs, warning against harmful items and how to include pets in festive celebrations responsibly.
November 22 – November 28 Crimestoppers Booking Report
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with another full week of data from…
Gallery Art Bar launches new “Film Fanatic Movie Nights” series with The Fall (2006)
Series kicks off with two screenings of The Fall and launches Film-Fanatics.club for local cinephiles.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets
The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
25 holiday TV offerings to watch ranging from comedies to rom-coms and cozy mysteries
Whether you prefer something naughty, like the animated movie "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" or nice, like classics "The Sound of Music" and "Home Alone," streamers, cable and broadcast networks offer up festive choices in December.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty
Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Super Bowl 2026: Pregame performers will include Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones
The Super Bowl pregame show will open with a trio of standout performers in Northern California: Charlie Puth will hit the stage to sing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will take on "America the Beautiful" and Coco Jones will sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
