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Stars deliver modern and colorful looks on Oscars red carpet

Pops of color dominated the Oscars red carpet as stars like Renate Reinsve to Chase Infiniti stunned in colorful gowns that put a modern twist on traditional Oscars red carpet glamour.

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Duke heads into March Madness ranked No. 1 in AP Top 25, Purdue, St. John’s back in top 10

Duke is the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and No. 1 in the final AP Top 25 of the regular season. The Blue Devils received 50 first-place votes from a 57-person media panel in The Associated Press men's basketball poll released Monday, a day after they were named the top overall seed in the NCAA Tournament.

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Representative Ammons honors life and legacy of civil rights activist Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr.

State Rep. Carol Ammons introduces resolution to recognize LaFayette's significant contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.

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Election day voting information for Champaign County residents

Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. tomorrow at designated polling locations.

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Feeding Champaign County Food Summit to address hunger, food insecurity

Community leaders will gather on March 26 to discuss solutions and future programs for residents facing food insecurity in Champaign County.

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Food summit to address food insecurity in Champaign County

Annual event will bring together community leaders to discuss solutions and future programs.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘One Battle After Another’ triumphs at 98th Academy Awards in coronation for Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson, left center, Sara Murphy, right center, and the team from "One Battle After Another" accept the award for best picture during the Oscars on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

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CRASH UPDATE: Roadway on I-57 has been reopened

Illinois State Police divert traffic at Tuscola exit as troopers and EMS respond to several crashes and slide-offs in the area.

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Champaign Park District announces spring events for families and adults: Community Focus With Callie Luttman (Doug Jean subbing)

Egg hunts, community activities, and a new dog-friendly race highlight upcoming season.

Image shows University of Illinois Women's Basketball coach Shauna Green.

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Illinois women earn #7 seed in NCAA Tournament

Illini will face Colorado in Nashville as program returns to tournament for second straight year.

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Storm winds knock out power for hundreds across central Illinois

Outages reported in Tuscola, Villa Grove and several other communities as strong winds move through the region.

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Film Fanatic Movie Nights to screen ‘The Man Who Wasn’t There’ at Analog Wine Library

A $20 Film-Fanatic.Club membership includes free admission to the event and a complimentary drink ticket.

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Illinois men’s basketball is headed back to the Big Dance for the sixth straight season

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Fighting Illini men’s basketball earned a No. 3 seed in the South Region…

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Champaign board game store Dr. G’s Brainworks closing after more than a decade

Educational game shop at Marketplace Mall to shut down by April 30 or when inventory runs out.

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Powerful winds, severe storms expected across central Illinois

Officials urge residents to treat severe thunderstorm warnings seriously as damaging winds and possible tornadoes threaten the region.

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Teen hospitalized after overnight shooting in Urbana

Police say 15–20 shots were fired near East Kerr Avenue as investigators search for suspect vehicle.

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March 7 – March 13 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back after a week off, with a six days of…

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Champaign city council cancels march 17 meeting, schedules special session

New study session and regular meeting set for march 24 at 7 p.m.

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Champaign Unit 4 restructuring superintendent’s cabinet

Incoming superintendent plans smaller leadership team focused on student outcomes and accountability.

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Cunningham Children’s Home to hold 22nd annual Festival of Quilts in April

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — Cunningham Children’s Home’s 22nd annual Festival of Quilts is coming back next month, set to…

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