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5 days ago in Entertainment

The next Met Gala exhibit will spotlight fashion across art history

If there's been one uniting theme of all the blockbuster fashion exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it's the simple idea that fashion is art. "Costume Art," announced Monday as the next big show at the museum's Costume Institute — launched by the starry Met Gala in 2026 — aims to make that connection more literal than ever.

5 days ago in Sports

Falcons QB Penix headed to injured reserve, will miss at least 4 games with left knee injury

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix will be placed on injured reserve and will miss at least four games with a left knee injury, leaving Kirk Cousins as the starter.

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Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers

So much for Germany being at risk of missing the World Cup. A 6-0 thrashing of Slovakia on Monday completed Germany's recovery from a shocking start to group play as the four-time champion maintained its proud record of always qualifying for the World Cup.

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Springfield will be women’s pro baseball mecca

New women's pro league will play exclusively in Springfield in 2026.

5 days ago in Entertainment

Ariana Grande and Cher team up for ‘SNL’ in December. Josh O’Connor gets a hosting turn, too

The December lineup for "Saturday Night Live" now includes Ariana Grande as host on Dec. 20, with Cher returning as musical guest for the first time in nearly 40 years.

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Champaign police investigate fatal shooting of 24-year-old Richard E. Frazier

Victim was shot Sunday evening and later pronounced dead at Carle Foundation Hospital; Investigation ongoing.

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Champaign-Urbana renters to voice frustrations at affordable housing town hall

Lift the Ban Coalition hosts forum to address rising rents, poor living conditions, and the push for rent control in Illinois.

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Illinois Department of Public Health recognizes The Pavilion in Champaign for excellence in antimicrobial stewardship

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) – In observance of U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is highlighting…

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Mirkovic repeats as Big Ten Freshman of the Week after historic performance

Illinois forward earns second consecutive honor with double-double and record-setting rebound game.

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Omaha Steaks CEO warns ground beef may reach $10 per pound by 2026

Shrinking cattle supply, high demand driving beef prices to record highs, impacting family budgets.

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Champaign County hosts American Youth Football Regional Championships this weekend

RANTOUL, Ill. (Chambana Today) – The American Youth Football (AYF) Regional Championships are coming to the Rantoul Family Sports Complex…

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Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County to dedicate 141st home for the Hudson Family

Rantoul family celebrates new chapter in their journey toward homeownership at dedication ceremony on November 25.

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Champaign County Sheriff reminds drivers to buckle up and drive sober for Thanksgiving holiday

Sheriff’s Office increases enforcement efforts to promote road safety as the holiday season approaches.

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Champaign Police investigate homicide and shooting with injuries in overnight incidents

Two separate shooting incidents, including a fatality and a victim hospitalized with serious injuries, are under investigation by Champaign Police.

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$200,000 winning Powerball ticket sold set to expire in two weeks

Illinois Lottery urges players to check tickets from Nov. 30, 2024 drawing before prize disappears.

5 days ago in Sports

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959

Georgia moved up one spot to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll Sunday, Oklahoma returned to the top 10 and North Texas, ranked for the first time since 1959, is among three Group of Five teams in the Top 25.

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Suspect sought in shooting that critically injured New York Jets player Kris Boyd

New York police have released surveillance images of a man sought in the shooting of New York Jets cornerback and special teams standout Kris Boyd.

5 days ago in Entertainment

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you’re returning to the pool

"Of course I'm biased, but I will stack swimming against any other exercise out there, especially as we age," former Olympian Rowdy Gaines told The Associated Press. "And swimming is one of the few sports you can do forever."

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New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

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Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day

Pope Leo XIV opened a virtual meeting with American Catholic young people Friday by revealing a closely held pontifical secret: He uses a different Wordle start word each day.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare

Four-time All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce plans to wait until after the season to make a decision on retirement, though he did say Friday that he wants to make that decision early enough that the Kansas City Chiefs have time to prepare for the future.

1 day ago in Entertainment

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is officially eligible for the Oscars

"KPop Demon Hunters" is one step closer to another golden moment: The Oscars. The Netflix phenomenon is among 35 films features eligible for the animated feature film category at the 98th Academy Awards.

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Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign

Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel "Pras" Michel of the Fugees was sentenced on Thursday to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama's 2012 reelection campaign.

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Mexico’s bullied pageant contestant gets payback by capturing Miss Universe crown

Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2025 on Friday, a dramatic victory for a 25-year-old at the center of the turbulent 74th staging of the popular beauty pageant in Bangkok who stood up to public bullying from one of the hosts.