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Mary Miller shares insights on political events via Twitter

In a series of tweets posted on July 4 and July 5 by Rep. Mary Miller of Illinois' 15th district, she recounted attending a White House celebration and praised legislative efforts supporting farmers and immigration policies under former President...

By Chambana Sun | Jul 5, 2025

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Champaign police investigate fatal shooting on W. Bradley Avenue

Champaign Police responded to the 1900 block of W. Bradley Avenue following multiple reports of a shooting with injuries at 12:36 a.m. on July 4, 2025.

By Chambana Sun | Jul 4, 2025

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Rep. Mary Miller discusses major bill passage and Independence Day celebrations

By Chambana Sun | Jul 4, 2025

In recent social media posts dated July 3rd and July 4th of this year, Rep. Mary Miller highlighted her support for a significant legislative act known as H.R.1 or "The One Big Beautiful Bill" while also commemorating Independence Day alongside...

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Main Street Viaduct closes for pedestrian access starting July 3, 2025

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

The Main Street Viaduct in Champaign will be temporarily closed to pedestrian traffic starting on July 3, 2025.

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Champaign announces temporary road closures for July 4th celebrations

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

The Champaign County Freedom Celebration will take place on Friday, July 4, featuring a parade, evening activities, and fireworks.

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Mayor Feinen discusses Brightly Citizen Portal on latest podcast episode

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

In the latest episode of The Mayor Feinen Podcast, Mayor Feinen engages in a discussion with Jeremy Schultz from Public Works about Champaign's new tool, the Brightly Citizen Portal.

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University Avenue lane closure scheduled for early July

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

Garneau Construction is set to close one eastbound lane of University Avenue between First Street and Chestnut Street to complete work at 64 Chester.

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Rep. Mary Miller supports passage of H.R. 1: One Big Beautiful Bill Act

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

Today, Congresswoman Mary Miller from Illinois' 15th District expressed her support for H.R. 1, known as the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act.

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Champaign City Council releases agenda for July 8 special meeting

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

The City Council of Champaign has released the agenda for its upcoming Special Regular Council Meeting and Post-Council Study Session, scheduled for July 8, 2025.

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Building permit issued for PV system installation in Champaign

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

The Champaign Fire Department's Building Safety Division has recently issued a building permit for a significant construction project.

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Mary Miller emphasizes legislative priorities and defends Trump policies

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

Rep. Mary Miller has voiced strong support for a legislative initiative known as the "Big Beautiful Bill," while also defending former President Trump's agricultural policies against criticism from Hakeem Jeffries.

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Schweizer announces library grants exceeding $86k in Illinois' 104th District

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

State Representative Brandun Schweizer announced that four libraries in Illinois' 104th District have been awarded grants totaling over $86,000.

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Wood-carved display celebrates summer patriotism in downtown Champaign

By Chambana Sun | Jul 3, 2025

The Public Works Forestry Section has crafted a wood-carved display in Downtown Champaign to highlight the patriotic spirit of summer.

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Clark Street closure announced for sewer repair starting July 7

By Chambana Sun | Jul 2, 2025

SNC Construction is set to close Clark Street between Randolph Street and Neil Street for a sanitary sewer repair.

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Champaign hosts sensory-friendly event at Freedom Celebration

By Chambana Sun | Jul 2, 2025

The City of Champaign is sponsoring a sensory-friendly activity at the upcoming Champaign County Freedom Celebration.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Manufacturing industry across Chambana Sun publication area

By Chambana Sun | Jun 30, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Manufacturing employers across Chambana Sun publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Illinois Public Act mandates advance notice for municipal pesticide applications

By Chambana Sun | Jun 30, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture has implemented Illinois Public Act 103-0976, effective January 1, 2025.

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Police seek community help after fatal shooting of teenagers in Champaign

By Chambana Sun | Jun 29, 2025

Champaign Police are seeking the public's help in investigating a shooting that occurred overnight, resulting in the death of one teenager and leaving another critically injured.