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Several counties in Central Illinois under Severe Thunderstorm warning

Residents are advised to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for safety precautions.

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Health insurance costs are rising as financial assistance declines. Here’s how C-U could be affected

With open enrollment on the Affordable Care Act Marketplace starting on Nov. 1, local health advocates are warning that premiums for 2026 plans could more than double unless Congress extends subsidies that reduce those costs.

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Urbana will explore alternatives to mental health crisis intervention without police involvement

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to connect with a counselor. URBANA — The City of Urbana will launch a new initiative aimed at helping people experiencing mental health crises — without police involvement. At the Oct. 6 City Council meeting, stakeholders from

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Young men share how crime has impacted them at community discussion

CHAMPAIGN— Champaign County officials, program leaders and youth met Wednesday afternoon to discuss the issues troubling young people. Panelists, including three young men who were invited to share their experience, discussed youth crime, gun violence and programs aimed at supporting young people. About 80 people attended the Champaign County Community Coalition event, which takes place

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Traffic fatalities up in Champaign County this year, data shows

Reports show the county saw the highest number of traffic deaths at this point in a year in over two decades. Officials are taking community input to try and understand why.

Several people in brightly-colored business formal attire stand under a white concrete entryway to a larger office building. The building has tall, white concrete walls separated by floor-to-ceiling windows, and metal lettering on the front of the entryway reads "Bennett Administrative Center."

Scott M. Bennett is honored at a dedication for the Champaign County administration’s new home in Urbana

The Scott M. Bennett Administrative Center was officially dedicated to the late senator Wednesday afternoon.

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.

A protester holds a bullhorn as others hold up signs for the rally.

Champaign County reaches a deal with employees on a new contract, averting a strike

Workers called off a strike for Wednesday after reaching a tentative contract agreement that includes salary increases as well as reductions in healthcare costs and other benefits.

People hold green signs calling for a fair contract in front of a building.

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.

Champaign County employees send notice of intent to strike over stalled contract negotiations

Champaign County employees are threatening to call a strike as soon as next Tuesday. The union says county management is not offering a contract with “fair wages” or affordable health insurance.

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.

Champaign County workers threaten to strike over stalled contract negotiations

More than 100 workers rallied Monday afternoon outside the Champaign County Courthouse in Urbana.

Several car and truck drivers head south on South Lincoln Avenue adjacent to a gas station. A cyclist is also visible behind the cars.

Champaign County planners ask residents to submit photos of unsafe street designs

The county is asking residents in Champaign-Urbana to send in photos of streets, roads and sidewalks that may be dangerous.

Champaign voters have likely rejected referendum to fund Strides shelter, reelected Township Supervisor Kyle Patterson

The 24/7 low-barrier shelter in downtown Champaign primarily operates with temporary federal funding that officials say will run out by the end of the year.

a sign outside says "Public Health Alert, DO not attempt to capture or handle waterfowl or other wild birds displaying signs of illness"

Champaign County has been affected by bird flu, even without any farm outbreaks

The disease has infected several wild animals in the county, some of which have been brought to the University of Illinois Wildlife Medical Clinic. Public health officials advise against handling wild birds showing signs of illness.