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Parkland to host free career exploration workshop for electrical, HVAC, industrial careers

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Parkland College is set to host a free career exploration workshop featuring its Electrical Power;…

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Champaign County Fire Chief’s Association issues safety advisory for dry weather

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (Chambana Today) — On Friday, the Champaign County Fire Chief’s Association issued an advisory amid a long…

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Danville area visitors bureau names new Executive Director

Tourism continues to be a powerful economic engine for Vermilion County, with visitor spending reaching $43 million in 2023

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City of Champaign launches City Center Team to provide assistance and services in city hubs

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The City of Champaign has announced that its new City Center Team is now out…

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Champaign man killed in motorcycle crash on Cunningham Avenue

According to Urbana Police, the driver of a semi-truck was making a left turn when he failed to yield to oncoming northbound traffic.

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Jordan Love and Tucker Kraft lead the way in Packers’ 27-18 victory over Commanders

Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers have delivered a strong opening statement to the rest of the NFL. It helps that he's not facing the kind of pass rush that his teammates are bringing to opposing quarterbacks.

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WNBA playoffs: New York aims to repeat, Minnesota seeks redemption, Clark sidelined

The WNBA playoffs are set to begin Sunday with New York looking to become the fourth team to repeat as champions and Minnesota trying to avenge last season's heartbreaking loss in the Finals.

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National biotechnology leaders visit Urbana campus to spotlight innovation hub

“This hub positions Illinois as a leader in the future of biotech innovation.”

5 days ago in Entertainment

Shaun White and Nina Dobrev call off their engagement, break up after 5 years

Shaun White and Nina Dobrev have called off their engagement and brought an end to their five-year relationship, a person close to the couple told The Associated Press.

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The rise of AI tools forces schools to reconsider what counts as cheating

The book report is now a thing of the past. Take-home tests and essays are becoming obsolete. Student use of artificial intelligence has become so prevalent, high school and college educators say, that to assign writing outside of the classroom is like asking students to cheat.

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Two Powerball tickets sold in Illinois win $1 million each in $1.787 billion jackpot drawing

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) — Two lucky Powerball players in Illinois are waking up millionaires after matching five winning numbers—just…

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MasterChef All-Stars LIVE! coming to Champaign in October

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — MasterChef All-Stars LIVE! recently announced that the finalists from Season 15 MasterChef: Dynamic Duos will…

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‘Fill the boot’ event to take place before Illini football game for Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — After recent events, the community is being asked to show love and support for Champaign…

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New DEI coordinator brings inclusive intelligence to the forefront at U of I College of ACES

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The U of I’s College of ACES has introduced Cherisse Smith as its new coordinator…

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U of I College of ACES welcomes in record-breaking freshman class

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The U of I’s College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) has the largest…

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Parkland College announces year-round College for Kids starting this fall

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Parkland College’s Community Education department announced its annual College for Kids summer program will now…

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Horizon Health to host open house at Marshall Clinic for new family medicine service

The new family medicine clinic provides comprehensive care with a focus on health and wellness.

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Urbana Mayor condemns employee’s incendiary social media post

“The City of Urbana was not involved in the creation of the post and was not aware of the employee’s intent to post it."

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Pet of the Week: Meet Danza, who explores like a tiny tiger

Check-out Duane Shannon and the WIXY Facebook feed every Thursday morning for the latest video.

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Fall isn’t too late: Savior Roofing’s Brett Adkisson urges homeowners to act before winter

TUSCOLA, Ill. (Chambana Today) – As cooler temperatures roll into Central Illinois and the leaves begin to fall, many homeowners…