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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.
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.
11 hours 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.
11 hours 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.
11 hours 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.
11 hours 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."
11 hours ago in World
Over 800 people are still missing after flooding in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand
Over 800 people remained missing Monday after devastating floods killed over 1,000 people last week in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand, as Indonesia's president urged more action to confront the changing climate.
Police warn: Holiday packages don’t belong on the lawn
Champaign officers urge residents to bring deliveries inside quickly as seasonal thefts rise.
11 hours ago in Entertainment
‘Zootopia 2’ roars to record-setting global box office with $556M opening
The animated animal city sequel from the Walt Disney Company brought in $96 million in North America over the weekend, earned $156 million over the five-day Thanksgiving frame, and scored a staggering $556 million globally since its Wednesday opening, according to studio estimates Sunday.
11 hours ago in National
Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba disqualified as New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules
The Trump administration's maneuvers to keep the president's former lawyer Alina Habba in place as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor were illegal and she is disqualified, a federal appeals court said Monday.
Officials urge fire-safe decorating as holiday season begins
With hundreds of decoration-related fires reported annually, experts share simple steps to keep homes festive and safe.
Six Illini Hit Double Figures as Illinois Blows Out Le Moyne, 100–28
Parchment’s record-tying 10 steals power dominant defensive effort in Illini’s first 100-point game since 2023.
Balloons Over Vermilion shifts direction to new venue and new dates
There are plenty attributes at the park where organizers hope will entice more visitors to the event.
CU at Home prepares for biggest One Winter Night fundraiser yet: Community Focus with Callie Luttman
New Mattis Street campus set to open in February as clients find stability, education, and hope through transitional housing program.
Cunningham Children’s Home students win Grand Champion Tree Award at Festival of Trees
This year students were invited back to decorate a 4-foot tree for the festival's Junior Parade.
City of Danville to host Holiday Bazaar at Harrison Park Clubhouse December 12th
There will be more than 20 talented vendors that will be on site.