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2 weeks ago in , Insurance Expert
Insurance expert warns local businesses: “know what your policy really covers”
Too often, companies carry the state minimum or lowest-cost options, not realizing how quickly legal and medical costs can add up.
Pixo moves Headquarters to UIUC Research Park, reinforces commitment to hybrid work
Founded in 1998 as On the Job Consulting, Pixo previously operated above Urbana’s West Main Street.
Powerball jackpot soars to $1.7 billion as Illinois players win big
In last night’s drawing, an Illinois Lottery player from Aurora claimed a $1 million prize after matching five numbers.
Toyota and Lexus fans rev up for specialized car culture meet in Urbana
Hosted by Specialized Automotive Auto Repair, the meet is dedicated to showcasing Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
CUPHD offers free car seat inspection event to boost child passenger safety
Organizers say it’s a timely opportunity to reduce risks for young passengers.
2 weeks ago in Sports
For decades, US Open women’s champs got a smaller replica trophy than the men. Now they’re equal
Coco Gauff was surprised at how much tinier the replica trophy she got to keep after winning this year's French Open was than the trophy she posed with on court at Roland-Garros for all the world to see. She even did a TikTok about the discrepancy, drawing more than 2 million views.
2 weeks ago in National
Trump will host top tech CEOs except Musk at a White House dinner
President Donald Trump will host a high-powered list of tech CEOs for a dinner at the White House on Thursday night. The guest list is set to include Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and a dozen other executives from the biggest artificial intelligence and tech firms, according to the White House.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Moms’ careers and personal time are hit hard by school drop-off demands, a poll finds
About one-third of parents say taking their kids to school has caused them to miss work, according to the poll. Roughly 3 in 10 say they've been prevented from seeking or taking work opportunities. And 11% say school transportation has even caused them to lose a job.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Angel Reese voices frustration with Chicago Sky’s losing season
The two-time WNBA All-Star told the Chicago Tribune that she "might have to move in a different direction and do what's best for me" if the team doesn't improve its outlook.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion after another night without a big winner
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after yet another drawing passed without a big winner Wednesday. The numbers selected were: 3, 16, 29, 61 and 69, with the Powerball number being 22.
Haunting classic returns: Phantom of the Opera (1925) to screen with live organ at Virginia Theatre
Presented as part of the News-Gazette Film Series, the film will be shown Saturday, September 6 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
U of I basketball head coach Brad Underwood named to NABC Board of Directors
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Chambana Today) — The National association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) announced on Wednesday the appointment of nine…
Upcoming events to help welcome the end of summer in Champaign-Urbana
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — With the hot summer days winding down, Champaign-Urbana has plenty of events around the corner…
Travel baseball: One parents’ perspective on the ins and outs of travel sports
“Baseball can be different. Some kids sit out with minor injuries. Wrestlers? They’re hardcore. But both sports teach grit.”
2 weeks ago in World
Lorena becomes a hurricane off the western coast of Mexico as Kiko travels over open waters
Hurricane Lorena formed off the coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula and a tropical storm warning has been issued for parts for of the area, forecasters said Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
5 new cast members join ‘Saturday Night Live’ after high-profile departures
Five new cast members will join the upcoming season of "Saturday Night Live," NBC announced Tuesday on the heels of several high-profile departures.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Cardi B wins case filed by security guard who claimed rapper assaulted her
A jury gave Cardi B a quick and absolute victory Tuesday at a trial in the lawsuit of a security guard who alleged the rap star assaulted her at a doctor's office during her then-secret first pregnancy.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Amazon ends a program that lets Prime members share free shipping perk with users outside household
Amazon is ending a program that allows members of its Prime membership subscription program to share their free shipping benefits with people who don't have the same primary address.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Three ejected in Giants-Rockies game, delaying Rafael Devers’ 30th home run trot of season
Colorado pitcher Kyle Freeland, along with San Francisco third baseman Matt Chapman and shortstop Willy Adames, were ejected from Tuesday night's game following a benches-clearing incident that started after Devers hit a two-run homer in the first inning.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz to face Novak Djokovic in the US Open semifinals. Jessica Pegula meets Sabalenka
Carlos Alcaraz finger-wagged the crowd, beat Jiri Lehecka to the net and cruised into the semifinals at the U.S. Open. Djokovic got past Taylor Fritz 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 at night.