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1 week ago in Olympics, Sports

Milan Cortina Olympic mountains are wintry white after 1st big snowstorm of the season

The mountains that will host the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics have been hit with their first significant snowstorm of the season.

1 week ago in Sports

Texans get 8 sacks and Bullock forces 3 turnovers in Houston’s 23-19 win over Bills

Buffalo's Josh Allen was harassed by Houston's defense all night Thursday and it was no different on his last play of the game. "Our d-line was getting to him and made him make that bad decision at the end and he threw the ball right to me," Houston safety Calen Bullock said.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Gary Mounfield, former Stone Roses bassist, has died at 63

Gary Mounfield, the former bass player of the Stone Roses and Primal Scream, two of the most influential British rock bands of the past four decades, has died. He was 63.

1 week ago in World

European leaders assure Ukraine of their support after US peace plan leaves them sidelined

The leaders of Germany, France and the United Kingdom spoke by phone Friday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, assuring him of their continued support amid the war with Russia as European officials scrambled to respond to U.S. peace proposals that apparently caught them unawares.

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Residents to voice housing frustrations at Urbana town hall Saturday

Lift the Ban coalition expects large turnout as Champaign-Urbana renters speak out about rising costs, unsafe conditions.

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Chicago man wins nearly $488K FastPlay Jackpot after impulse iLottery play

Winner says the prize is “life-changing” and plans to use it to help family, friends, and his community.

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8 tips to avoid holiday weight gain this Thanksgiving

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — A popular, familiar holiday song insists the stretch between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is…

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Former NFL star James White named head coach at Benet Academy

Illinois assistant running backs coach to lead Lisle high school program after storied playing career.

1 week ago in National

Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded

They gathered at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday — former presidents, vice presidents, sworn political foes and newfound friends — in a show of respect and remembrance for Dick Cheney, the consequential and polarizing vice president who became an acidic scold of President Donald Trump.

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Champaign Police encouraging drivers to slow down, buckle up for Thanksgiving travel

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Champaign Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Illinois…

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Parkland Trustees approve FY26 tax levy at November meeting

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Parkland College Board of Trustees approved the fiscal year 2026 property tax levy among…

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PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Evie and Seely, a bonded pair with the cutest, white paws and huge ears

They didn't make a single sound, were unphased by being held, and happily sat on the laps where they were placed.

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Danville Police investigating death of man found near Stoney Creek

45-year-old man discovered unresponsive; no signs of foul play as authorities await autopsy results.

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Gateway Family Services seeks sponsors for “Christmas in the Barn” fundraiser

Event supports trauma-focused therapy programs and the equines that help more than 120 families and veterans each week.

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Carle Health, Mary Free Bed partner to expand advanced inpatient rehab in Central Illinois

First-of-its-kind collaboration brings nationally ranked rehab expertise, starting in January

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Champaign Township opens applications to fill supervisor seat after Patterson resignation

Board has 60 days to appoint a successor; applicants must be Democrats, township residents, and registered voters.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Paris wax museum unveils new Diana figure in ‘revenge dress,’ decades after her death in the city

A wax museum in Paris on Thursday unveiled a new figure of the late Princess Diana depicted in a black dress that has come to be known as her " revenge dress," decades after her tragic death in the city.

1 week ago in Sports

Lando Norris will tie McLaren record with 150th start at Las Vegas Grand Prix

Lando Norris will tie David Coulthard as the most-tenured driver in McLaren history when the lights go out for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where the current Formula 1 points leader will make his 150th career start.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Building an emergency fund can feel daunting, but these tips can help

Maybe your car broke down, your computer was stolen, or you had a surprise visit to urgent care. Emergencies are inevitable, but you can prepare to deal with them by building an emergency fund.