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There were five students suspended in Armstrong Township High School District 225 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Ford County: Cities registered 7 lawyers in good standing as of May

Cities within Ford County recorded seven lawyers in good standing to practice law as of May.

Tennis players from Illinois achieve victories at ITF M15 Anseong

Illinois men's tennis players Karlis Ozolins and Kenta Miyoshi achieved significant victories at the ITF M15 Anseong tournament in South Korea. Miyoshi secured his first professional doubles title, while Ozolins won his first professional singles title.

Illinois adds record-holding receiver Zakhari Franklin to football roster

Wide receiver Zakhari Franklin has joined the Illinois football team, according to an announcement by head coach Bret Bielema. Franklin is recognized as college football's active career leader in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns.

Illinois announces top freshman athletes for 2023-24

The University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) has announced its 2023-24 Freshman of the Year award winners. Max Herendeen from the golf team and Elizabeth Ndudi from track & field have been recognized as the top male and female Illini athletes in their first collegiate season. The selection was made through a vote by Illinois head coaches and DIA executive staff.

Champaign County home sales in week ending June 8

There was one reported residential sale in Champaign County in the week ending June 8, according to BlockShopper.com.

Q1 Recap: 6 parolees from Vermilion County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

There were six offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Vermilion County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Chambana Sun.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Champaign County in week ending June 8?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Ford County home sales during week ending June 8

There were six reported residential sales in Ford County in the week ending June 8, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Chambana Sun area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Chambana Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Kenta Miyoshi wins first professional title at ITF M15 Anseong

Kenta Miyoshi, a junior from Illinois men's tennis team, achieved his first professional victory by winning the ITF M15 Anseong men's doubles title. Miyoshi, alongside Edward Winter, lost only one set throughout the tournament.

Champaign responsible for 10th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during March

Champaign residents paid $3.6 million in sales taxes, the 10th highest total paid per municipality in March.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Champaign County in week ending June 8

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Champaign County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 8

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Q1 Recap: 2 parolees from Vermilion County convicted of homicide set for supervised release

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

City of Urbana Cunningham Township Board met June 10

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jun 14, 2024

City of Urbana Cunningham Township Board met 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 10.

Illinois announces new athletics hall of fame inductees for class of 2024

The University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the induction of eight new members into the UI Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2024. This year's class, the eighth since its inception, includes one coach and representatives from various sports such as basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, and fencing.

Champaign issues building permits for high-value projects

The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division has recently issued building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more.

Anthony Drive to close for construction from June 17 to June 20

White Construction has announced the closure of Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Campbell Drive. The closure, which will affect both eastbound and westbound traffic, is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 17, and is expected to last until Thursday, June 20, 2024, contingent upon weather conditions.

Champaign announces agenda for June 18 city council meeting