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Champaign County Crimestoppers’ Most Wanted: February Edition

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — With the month of February behind us, Chambana Today’s Crimestoppers’ most wanted list is back,…

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GUEST COMMENTARY: Raising awareness during Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month

Child abuse and neglect can have long-term physical, emotional, and psychological effects.

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Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer named The Associated Press men’s national player of the year

Cameron Boozer was at the center of everything for Duke this season. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound forward proved tough enough to score through...

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US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February

American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February. And the unemployment...

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The Latest: US and Israel are trying to rescue fighter jet crew in Iran, Israeli source says

The U.S. military launched a rescue operation Friday after Iranian state media reported that an American fighter jet went down and at least...

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Stormy start, chilly finish: unsettled spring weather ahead for east central Illinois

Showers, possible thunderstorms early give way to cooler temperatures and lingering clouds through midweek.

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Illini return to Final Four, set for showdown with UConn

No. 3 Illinois rides dominant tournament run into national semifinal against defending power at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Cunningham Children’s Home to host 22nd Annual Festival of Quilts in Urbana

Two-day fundraiser showcases handmade quilts, student creations and community tradition supporting nearly 1,000 youth and families.

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Menards launches two-month pet drive to support local shelters

Community members encouraged to donate supplies April 1 through May 31.

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Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club in Champaign announces new CEO

"Her leadership has strengthened our programs, expanded funding opportunities, and deepened our connection to the Champaign-Urbana community."

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Free event in Monticello to help residents make the most of charitable giving

The event is open to community members, donors, nonprofit leaders, board members and members of local congregations.

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Champaign County Crime Stoppers seeking assistance in December retail theft at TJ Maxx

Employees retrieved $800 worth of clothing the suspects dropped, but the suspects were said to have fled with $1,000 in stolen merchandise.

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Local family shares 5-year-old’s legacy at Urbana organ donation event

Carle and Gift of Hope highlight life-saving impact of donors during Donate Life awareness gathering.

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South Broadway Street to be closed for construction

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) — The Urbana Public Works Department shared that South Broadway Avenue would be closed from Main…

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Second juvenile arrested in fatal Champaign mall shooting

Police say investigation remains ongoing after March 21 incident that left 16-year-old dead.

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Illinois adds jobs in January as unemployment rate rises slightly

State gains 18,000 payroll jobs while unemployment ticks up to 4.9 percent.

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PET OF THE WEEK: CATsNAP’s Alison brought Happy, who lived up to her name

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — This morning, Alison Dupre from CATsNAP, brought two souls to the studio – one for…

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Champaign sets alcohol restrictions ahead of Final Four celebrations

City officials cite public safety as Illini fans prepare for large gatherings this weekend.

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Tornado risk increases across the area with storms expected this afternoon

Forecasters warn of possible rotating storms from midday through late evening.

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Danville native and NFL player Trent Sherfield to headline rescue celebration

Community event marks one year of service with fundraising, food, and a message of giving back.

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Illinois State Fair kicks off 100-day countdown with celebration at fairgrounds

May 5 event at Reisch Pavilion will feature fair food favorites, prizes, and ticket sales ahead of August opening.

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Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with ‘Sold’ topping the list

Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to the American Library Association. And efforts to have titles removed have never been more coordinated or politicized.

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South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS

South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme.

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Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth

Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.

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Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.