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Which former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 8?

By Chambana Sun | Apr 5, 2025

These former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 8.

10,901 students enrolled in Vermilion County in 2023-24 school year

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Enrollment numbers in Vermilion County schools fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Q4 2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Piatt County?

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

There were two offenders living in Piatt County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Chambana Sun.

Urbana residents rank 82nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for January

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Urbana residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 82nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

Ford County collects $37,844 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

In January, Ford County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois and Maryland game at Illinois Field rescheduled to 9 a.m. CT

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Tomorrow's baseball game between Illinois and Maryland will commence at 9 a.m. Central Time at Illinois Field.

Mary Miller introduces the Love Them Both Act on Twitter

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Congresswoman Mary Miller of Illinois communicated to her followers on Twitter regarding an article by Kat Hamilton, a call to prevent an unnamed development, and her introduction of the Love Them Both Act aimed at blocking abortion coverage under...

Bismarck-Henning Rossville-Alvin High School shares key updates and events

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Bismarck-Henning Rossville-Alvin Cooperative High School announced its student's nomination for an art award and an upcoming art show, while also notifying the community about a baseball game cancellation.

Illinois men's golf team set for Augusta Haskins Award Invitational

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

The University of Illinois men's golf team is preparing to compete in the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational scheduled for April 5-6 at the Forest Hills Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.

Destiny Jackson named 2025 Illinois Ms. Basketball by IBCA

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Fighting Illini women's basketball signee Destiny Jackson has been honored as the 2025 Illinois Ms.

Illinois advances seven to individual competition at Big Ten Championships

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Illinois secured a fourth-place finish at the Big Ten Championships held in Ann Arbor, Michigan, accumulating a team score of 320.950.

Baseball series opener between Illinois and Maryland canceled due to bad weather

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

The opening game of the baseball series between Illinois and Maryland, set to take place on Friday, has been canceled due to expected severe weather conditions.

Champaign City Council set to hold study session on April 8, 2025

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

The City Council of Champaign has announced that the agenda for their upcoming regular study session is now accessible.

Illinois tennis hosts Penn State and Ohio State for Senior Weekend

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

The Illinois women's tennis team will host Penn State and Ohio State at the Atkins Tennis Center this weekend.

Rep. Mary Miller backs trade plans, anti-proxy voting, and education reforms

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

Rep. Mary Miller, representing Illinois' 15th district, voiced her support for former President Trump's trade policies and Speaker Johnson's stance against proxy voting on April 4, 2025.

Illinois track and field sets five new records at Pepsi Florida Relays

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

The Illinois men's and women's track and field team had a strong showing at the first day of the Pepsi Florida Relays on April 4, setting five new top-10 program marks.

Illinois falls to Michigan in Big Ten men's tennis match

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

No. 24 Illinois ended their road trip in Ann Arbor with a 4-0 defeat against No. 23 Michigan in a Big Ten men's tennis match at the Varsity Tennis Center on Friday night.

State senator welcomes students to Youth Advisory Council at Illinois Capitol

By Chambana Sun | Apr 4, 2025

High school students from the 51st Senate District gathered at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield under the guidance of State Senator Chapin Rose to explore the legislative process.