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Champaign issues building permits for new homes and commercial project

By Chambana Sun | Nov 6, 2025

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

Illinois men’s basketball hosts Florida Gulf Coast Friday in first-ever meeting

By Chambana Sun | Nov 6, 2025

Illinois men’s basketball, ranked 17th in the Associated Press preseason poll, will face Florida Gulf Coast University on Friday at State Farm Center in Champaign.

Five Illinois women’s tennis players set to compete in H-E-B Invite at Baylor

By Chambana Sun | Nov 6, 2025

Five members of the University of Illinois women's tennis team will participate in the H-E-B Invite at Baylor University from November 7 to 9.

Illini women's tennis prepares for ITA Central Sectional Championships

By Chambana Sun | Nov 6, 2025

Fighting Illini women's tennis players are set to compete at the ITA Central Sectional Championships in College Station, Texas, from November 6 to 9.

Teacher retention rate in Ford County: 90.5% stay put

By J. D. Pearson | Nov 5, 2025

With an average salary of $53,314, 90.5% of teachers remain on their positions in Ford County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.

Second Street closed for construction work between Armory Avenue and Gregory Drive

By Chambana Sun | Nov 5, 2025

Second Street in Champaign will be closed between Armory Avenue and Gregory Drive from November 5 to November 7, 2025.

Rep. Mary Miller posts support for Trump and addresses international and domestic concerns

By Chambana Sun | Nov 5, 2025

On November 5, 2025, Rep. Mary Miller published several posts supporting former President Donald J. Trump while also raising concerns about Christian persecution in Nigeria and English-language road sign requirements for drivers.

Adam Jilly represents Illinois at ITA Central Sectional Championships

By Chambana Sun | Nov 5, 2025

Freshman Adam Jilly from the University of Illinois is set to compete in singles play at the ITA Central Sectional Championships, which will be held from November 6-9 at the Varsity Tennis Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Tyler Funk named new fire chief for City of Champaign

By Chambana Sun | Nov 5, 2025

Tyler Funk has been appointed as the next Fire Chief for the City of Champaign, with his term beginning on November 19, 2025.

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Which Chambana area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Saturday, Nov. 8?

By T. C. Small | Nov 5, 2025

On Saturday, Nov. 8, these former Chambana area high school stars will be competing.

Teacher retention rate in Piatt County around 90.5% per year

By J. D. Pearson | Nov 4, 2025

With an average salary of $55,102, 90.5% of teachers remain on their positions in Piatt County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.

Sadler Drive section closed for emergency repairs from Nov. 5-10

By Chambana Sun | Nov 4, 2025

Feutz Contractors will conduct emergency pavement repairs on Sadler Drive, between Worcester Drive and Southwood Drive.

Illinois volleyball prepares for matches against Nebraska and Penn State during Huff Hall centennial

By Chambana Sun | Nov 4, 2025

Illinois will face a challenging weekend as the Fighting Illini women's volleyball team prepares for two matches against ranked opponents.

Louisiana Avenue closed for sanitary sewer repair until November 10

By Chambana Sun | Nov 4, 2025

In order to complete a sanitary sewer repair at 505 Louisiana Avenue, Berg Tanks has closed Louisiana Avenue between Harris Avenue and Elm Street.

Clover Lane section to close temporarily for emergency pavement repairs

By Chambana Sun | Nov 4, 2025

Feutz Contractors will carry out pavement repairs on Clover Lane between Sumac Drive and Bittersweet Drive as part of an emergency infrastructure project.