Champaign-Urbana residents unite for ‘Be the Light’ protest
People lined the streets of Champaign and Urbana Thursday night to show support for those hurt by federal policies under the Trump administration.
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Carbon sequestration and the Mahomet Aquifer: scientists break down what you need to know
Carbon sequestration’s use is expanding on a large, commercial scale. Here’s what experts say people need to know about the controversial technology.
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Path to affordable home ownership available through Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County program
The program offers a zero mortgage rate, making repayment affordable for selected applicants.
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Danville theater looking to raise $30,000 for fundraising campaign, launching new film festival this summer
The Fischer Theatre, which was reopened in 2019 following renovations, has undergone organizational changes to keep the historic building operating amid financial struggles.
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Champaign County workers threaten to strike Wednesday if no deal is reached
A work stoppage on Wednesday could bring county operations to a halt and cause delays for people who have business with Champaign County.
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PHOTOS: Champaign County Freedom Celebration parade draws crowd despite later start time
Even with the summer heat in the afternoon, many families from around East Central Illinois came out to celebrate Independence Day.
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‘A story that’s not told’: couple hopes to raise awareness about autism through musical
The plot focuses on Sam, a nonverbal autistic child, who learns to communicate and connect with the world through an augmentative adaptive communication device.
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Pandamonium Doughnuts fries its last dough
After serving Champaign for 12 years, Pandamonium Doughnuts is closing its doors for good.
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What to expect from this year’s Champaign County Freedom Celebration
This year’s event will include some changes to its parade route and time.
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Kickapoo trail expansion receives $9.5 million in state funding
Construction began in 2016 and the remaining goals are to improve the trailhead at Weaver Park in Urbana and complete the trails between St. Joseph to Ogden and Ogden to Oakwood.
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Interim Fire Chief selected by City of Champaign
City Manager Joan Walls announced she is appointing Tyler Funk to serve in the role starting July 14, when current Chief Andy Quarnstrom departs for a position in Savoy.
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New cafe in Midtown Champaign offers hang out spot, opportunity to adopt cats
The Scratching Post, a new cat and board game cafe, opened in Midtown Champaign this Wednesday.
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Celebrating freedom and heritage: Nonprofit brings Black community together for Juneteenth
Children and adults marched through the streets of Urbana on Thursday to celebrate Juneteenth.
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Herff Jones closing its cap-and-gown facility in Champaign, consolidating in Arcola
Herff Jones employs 170-200 workers in Champaign, depending on the time of year, and a similar number in Arcola.
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Five Cities Baroque Festival returns to Central Illinois for its third year
The Five Cities Baroque Festival kicks off this weekend across Central Illinois, celebrating the western classical music of the 17th and 18th centuries.
