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1 day ago in Sports
Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff
Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has agreed to pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic, joining a pitching staff that includes reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
1 day ago in Sports
Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey
Kevin Garnett will finally have his No. 21 formally retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves announced on Thursday they've hired the Hall of Fame member and franchise icon as a team ambassador, with a plan to honor Garnett in a jersey-raising ceremony at Target Center on a future date.
THE ROAD REPORT: More closures announced for Champaign-Urbana; plan accordingly
**The Road Report was republished on Thursday, December 18, 2025, to reflect new road closures.** CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) –…
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past
Tennessee's governor pardoned country star Jelly Roll on Thursday for his criminal past in the state, acknowledging the Nashville native's long road back from drugs and prison through soul-searching, songwriting and advocacy for second chances.
Fall yard waste collection to be completed on Monday
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — After heavy snowfall and cold temperatures forced yard waste collection services to be delayed last…
Parkland College Board of Trustees approve academic calendars, grants, more
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Wednesday, the Parkland College Board of Trustees approved two upcoming academic calendars among other…
Curtis Apple Orchard offers holiday pies, gifts and late-season shopping through Dec. 23
Customers can place bakery orders online through Dec. 21 for Dec. 23 pickup.
Urbana Starbucks baristas join nationwide unfair labor practice strike
Union workers picket Vine Street store as Red Cup Rebellion expands during holiday season.
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Jax, who was found scrounging for food in the cold
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — This week, Alison Dupre from CATsNAP, brought Jax, the softest, sweetest boy to the studios. When…
2 days ago in National
US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.
Coffee with a cop event invited conversation at Champaign McDonald’s
Residents were encouraged to meet local officers for informal discussion on Dec. 18.
2 days ago in Olympics, Sports
Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan–Cortina Games
The countdown is on for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The torch relay is already underway and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Add expectant father to Allen’s list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancy
Marriage, fatherhood and an NFL MVP honor were the furthest things on Josh Allen's mind when he arrived in Buffalo as a raw but promising quarterback prospect in April 2018.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Thousands of fans join tribute to reggae pioneer Jimmy Cliff in his native Jamaica
The instructions on Wednesday were clear: no serious, sad or long faces. And the crowd filing into a gymnasium in Jamaica's capital largely obliged as they honored reggae giant Jimmy Cliff.
Mahomet’s Hive Honey Beetique to hold workshop to welcome the new year
MAHOMET, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Hive Honey Beetique in Mahomet, a honey-centric shop that sells artisan varieties and other…
Track Santa’s journey this Christmas Eve on Chambana Today
The NORAD Santa Tracker returns at midnight December 23, sponsored by Gibson Area Hospital.
Douglass Community Center hosting kids ‘Frosty’s Holiday Wonderland’ event
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Douglass Community Center in Champaign is set to host a magical holiday experience for…
Illinois Department of Public Health reaffirms recommendation of hepatitis B vaccine
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – On Wednesday, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reaffirmed the recommendation for a universal hepatitis B…
2 days ago in National
4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies
Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use
Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.
