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1 week ago in Lifestyle
Preparing to study abroad requires knowing what might go wrong during and after the trip
Studying abroad can be challenging in unexpected ways. Experts say that's why students need to study up on not only safety precautions and cultural differences, but also the emotional shifts that may come with leaving home — and returning to it.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours ‘Til Dawn’ Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says
The Weeknd's lengthy tour, which launched in Philadelphia in July 2022 and runs through September 2026, has officially grossed $1.004 billion with approximately 7.55 million tickets sold across 153 tour dates, Live Nation said Thursday.
Illini fall short to Alabama at United Center
Stojakovic scores 26 as No. 8 Illinois suffers first loss of the season, 90–86.
Pritzker discusses immigration crackdown with Pope Leo XIV in Rome
The governor also extended an invitation to the Chicago-born pontiff to visit his hometown
What to know ahead of cooking an affordable Thanksgiving dinner
“Eat, drink, and be merry” is a familiar phrase during the holiday, but rising food costs have made many hosts…
Interstate 57/74 interchange ramps to open tomorrow by 6 a.m.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced that the eastbound Interstate 74 to northbound I-57…
2 weeks ago in National
Melania Trump and Usha Vance are making an early holiday visit with North Carolina military families
Melania Trump and Usha Vance took their first trip together, spending time in North Carolina on Wednesday with service members and their families to show appreciation for their service and sacrifice as the holidays approach.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Brendan Fraser’s new horizons include ‘Rental Family’ and rental hedgehogs
Brendan Fraser has his first leading role since 2022's "The Whale", in "Rental Family," a Tokyo-set drama by the filmmaker Hikari. In it, Fraser plays a struggling actor who, out of desperation, takes a job with a small agency that hires out actors to fulfill roles in real people's lives.
2 weeks ago in Sports
MLB’s new media deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix total $800M annually
ESPN and Major League Baseball appeared headed for an ugly separation after the network opted out of its rights deal in February. Nine months later, it appears to be the best thing to happen to both parties.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders will make his first NFL start for the Browns on Sunday in Las Vegas
A natural showman, one of the many gifts inherited from his famous father, Shedeur Sanders is already hyping his first NFL start. It will happen on a 100-yard-long stage in America's entertainment mecca.
2 weeks ago in , Hayley Siefert
Hayley Siefert from The Siefert Team with Keller Williams shares winter home-maintenance tips
From frozen spigots to failing sump pumps, real estate and construction pros warn that simple winter prep can prevent thousands in damage.
Fire damages church on Bloomington Road; cause under investigation
Champaign and Urbana firefighters battle second-alarm blaze; no injuries reported.
University enrollment in Illinois grows to 10-year high despite some declines
Campuses see more new undergraduates, fewer international grad students
Illinois ranked No. 21 in latest college football playoff rankings
Illini reenter national spotlight as QB Luke Altmyer continues historic season.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2025 Country Music Association Awards are almost here: How to watch
Excuse me, you look like you like... country award shows. And you're in luck: The 2025 Country Music Association Awards are here. So, what should you expect?
2 weeks ago in Sports
Roger Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1st year of eligibility
Well, this will come as no surprise to anyone who's paid any attention over the past quarter-century: Roger Federer was elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, the Rhode Island-based Hall announced Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Curaçao makes soccer history as smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup
The tiny Caribbean island country Curaçao will go to the 2026 World Cup as the smallest nation by population ever to qualify for the marquee event in men's soccer.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Be Well: Breaking down fiber, the next food fad
U.S. consumers who have had their fill of finding protein added to everything from cereal to ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad: fiber.
Illinois faces off against Alabama in high-stakes early season showdown
Illinois is looking to extend its perfect record, while Alabama will seek to bounce back after a narrow loss earlier in the season.
Champaign earns perfect score on municipal equality index for 14th consecutive year
Champaign is recognized for its ongoing commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity, scoring 100 on the 2025 Municipal Equality Index.