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Director of Illinois track, field, and cross country Petros Kyprianou has announced the signing of Polish distance runner Oliwia Belczew.

Champaign Council considers appointing Joan Walls as new city manager

The Champaign City Council is set to vote on December 3, 2024, regarding the appointment of Joan Walls as the next City Manager.

Illinois suffers first loss of season against Kentucky

No. 19 Illinois faced its first defeat of the season, losing 76-53 to No. 14 Kentucky in the Music City Classic finale on Wednesday night in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Which former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 30?

These former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Champaign County in week ending Nov. 16

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Vermilion County?

There were 23 offenders living in Vermilion County released on parole during the second quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Chambana Sun.

Champaign hosts first youth leadership symposium in partnership with local schools

Staff from the Equity and Engagement Department, along with Chief Tyler of the Champaign Police, participated in FACE-LIFT's inaugural Youth Leadership Symposium on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Illinois track and field signs Lucie Kienast for 2025 season

Director of Illinois track, field, and cross country Petros Kyprianou has announced the signing of Lucie Kienast.

Illinois secures decisive victory over Maryland Eastern Shore at Music City Classic

No. 19 Illinois emerged victorious against Maryland Eastern Shore with a 75-55 win in the Music City Classic on Tuesday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee.

City departments conduct canvassing to connect with affected community members

On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, the Equity and Engagement and Neighborhood Services Department carried out a canvassing effort around the 2000 block of Cynthia Dr. The initiative aimed to build connections with community members, especially those...

BHRA shares sports updates and meal plans as new seasons begin

Bismarck-Henning Rossville-Alvin Cooperative High School provides updates on their basketball season opener against Paris High School's Tigers at the Topper Classic.

Illinois football climbs to No.23 in latest College Football Playoff rankings

The Illinois football team has secured the 23rd position in this week's College Football Playoff (CFP) Top 25 rankings.

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Which former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Nov. 29?

These former Chambana Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Nov. 29.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Piatt County in week ending Nov. 16?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Piatt County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Q2 Recap: 4 parolees from Vermilion County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

There were four offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Vermilion County released on parole during the second quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Chambana Sun.

Illinois women's basketball achieves highest AP poll ranking under Coach Green

Fighting Illini women's basketball team has reached a new milestone under Coach Green, securing the No. 19 spot in the Associated Press Top-25 Poll for Week 4.

Illinois faces Northwestern at Wrigley Field for Land of Lincoln Trophy

No. 22 Illinois will conclude its regular season with a matchup against Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, November 30th, at 11 a.m. CT.

Pat Bryant named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

Illinois wide receiver Pat Bryant has been named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week, as announced by the conference office on Monday.

University Avenue lane closure scheduled for window maintenance

In a recent announcement, Bacon & Van Buskirk Glass has scheduled the closure of one westbound lane on University Avenue, specifically between Randolph Street and Neil Street.

Luke Altmyer earns spots on Manning and Davey O'Brien award lists