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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 22, Urbana high school students led an Earth Day cleanup by collecting trash at Blair and Carle Parks and around Urbana High School. They also installed a peace pole crafted by 50 to 60 students — marking their effort to improve the local environment. WCIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Film lovers gathered outside Virginia Theater on April 23 when the 26th annual Ebertfest opened with a screening of 'The Searchers' while local food trucks served food. The festival will show 12 films until April 26 and host Q&A panels with film experts after each screening. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Senator Dick Durbin announced he will not seek reelection in 2026—he said it is time to pass the torch after serving Illinois for over four decades. His decision sets off a search for a successor as both parties prepare for a competitive Senate race. WAND
- ➤ Senator Dick Durbin said Wednesday he will not run for reelection when his term ends in 2026 after a 44 year career representing Illinois. His decision is expected to trigger a chain reaction in the political scene as several high profile names prepare to vie for his Senate seat—changing the state’s political landscape. WCIA
- ➤ U.S. Senator Dick Durbin announced in a YouTube video that he will not seek reelection and will leave office in 2027. He said it is time to pass the torch + ending his long service as Illinois’ senior senator. WAND
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Champaign-Urbana offers a range of swim teams for children and teens—ranging from pre-swim programs for young swimmers to competitive teams for older athletes—and holds practices and meets in the summer and year-round at local aquatic centers. ChambanaMoms
- ➤ Christie Clinic is launching a free mobile app ahead of Illinois Race Weekend, which begins today in Champaign and runs until April 26. The app — sponsored by Spiros Law P.C. — offers an official race guide, schedule, live tracker, leaderboard, and more for participants and fans. WCIA
TRAVEL NEWS
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Cinderella Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the iconic sounds of hard rock band Cinderella, known for their hits from the '80s.
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Champaign Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl
4-11 p.m. — City of Champaign — Tickets available — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with exclusive access to top bars and festive vibes.
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Star Wars Trivia at Pour Bros
2-4 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Free to play — Test your knowledge of the galaxy far, far away with exciting trivia and great prizes.
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Cinco De Mayo Celebration
11 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. — Esquire Lounge — Order a Modelo pint and keep the souvenir glass while enjoying food and drink specials.
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Touch-A-Truck Day
9 AM – 1 PM — Centennial Park — Free entry — Experience the thrill of climbing and honking real trucks and vehicles.
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2025 Springtime Showdown #2
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