Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Saveiontae A. Johnson, 18, was charged with armed violence, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and multiple drug counts after officers stopped his car for dark-tinted windows—during the search they found $10,000 in cash, 41 grams of raw cannabis and a semi-automatic handgun, and he was held pending arraignment on June 20. WCIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A bill requiring the Illinois State Board of Education to set guidelines on using artificial intelligence in elementary and secondary schools headed to Gov. JB Pritzker. The plan asks the board to include basic AI concepts, teacher resources, and measures on bias, privacy + risk, with guidelines due by July 1 and a push for school districts to gather American Sign Language teaching resources by next July. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A presentation from the 2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference is now replaying on CGTV. Jeff Hamilton explains how the City of Champaign uses digital, print, video — and in-person outreach to keep residents up to date. City of Champaign
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Ashland Park Spring Garage Sale
6 PM — Clark Park, 900 S McKinley Ave, Champaign, IL — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures and connect with neighbors at this community garage sale.
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Live Karaoke Band Experience
8-11 p.m. — Cowboy Monkey — No cover — Enjoy singing your favorite songs with a live band for a unique karaoke experience.
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June Game Night: Theme TBA — CUDO Plays
6:30-9 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Connect with fellow game enthusiasts for a fun-filled evening of games and socializing.
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IAFPD 80th Annual Conference
June 19-21 — I Hotel & Illinois Conference Center — Registration required — Engage with topics affecting fire protection districts and network with peers.
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Abby Posner with Holly Monet Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Upper Bout — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of beautiful harmonies and witty storytelling from talented musicians in a beloved local venue.
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Candlelight Tribute to Queen
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Orpheum Champaign — Get your tickets now — Experience the timeless music of Queen performed by Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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PMP Certification Training Workshop
9 AM – 5 PM — HQ — Check with organizers for fees — Engage in interactive classroom training designed to enhance your project management skills.
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Listening Room Show with Gloria Roubal
12-2 a.m. — 1830 Patton Dr, Mahomet, IL — Cost info not provided — Experience an intimate listening room performance by Gloria Roubal.
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Candlelight Yoga
6-7 p.m. — 29 E Main St, Champaign, IL — Suggested donation $11-$33 — Unwind and find your inner peace with a soothing yoga session in candlelight.
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