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Tuesday, June 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Champaign Police responded to the 200 block of Burr Oak Court on Sunday, June 8 at 10:19 p.m. after reports of a shooting where a 13-year-old with life-threatening injuries and a 15-year-old with a gunshot wound to the hand were transported for treatment—officers noted damage to a building and a vehicle and are canvassing the area for witnesses. City of Champaign
- ➤ Champaign Police responded to gunfire at 10:38 p.m. on June 7 near Giboney Street and Tower Street when a 21-year-old man was hospitalized with gunshot wounds after unknown assailants fired on his vehicle in an alley near Clock Street — police continue to investigate and ask locals with surveillance cameras to contact them. WICS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Illinois will hold multiple Juneteenth events this week—Urbana will host a ceremony on June 12, Champaign will enjoy community games and live music on June 14, and Danville, Decatur, Springfield, and Mattoon are planning festivals, concerts, and educational activities to honor emancipation. WCIA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy (survey of 4,378 stations) reported that gas prices in Illinois dropped 3 cents per gallon to $3.31 overall, and prices in Champaign fell 5.1 cents to $3.19. Prices in nearby areas rose (Peoria by 4.6 cents and St. Louis by 4.7 cents), marking a larger decrease from last month and last year. WICS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Illinois trustees have approved Charles Lee Isbell Jr. as the new chancellor of Urbana-Champaign and vice president of the system. He will begin his designated role on July 16 and officially take office on August 1 as current chancellor Robert Jones completes his term. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ IDOT is performing traffic signal maintenance at the intersection of Springfield Avenue and Round Barn Center Entrance (1909 W. Springfield Avenue) and will temporarily shut off power. The City's Traffic and Lighting section will deploy stop signs and have staff on site today from 9:30 to 11 a.m. City of Champaign
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Effective today, Adeena Balthazor is the new WAND Sports Director and will work with Jake Bedell to cover sports in central Illinois after Tyler Jachnicki stepped down. She will also produce Illini sports specials before the football and basketball seasons start — adding her strong local experience to the team. WAND
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Awakening Events - Christian Music Concert
6-9 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an uplifting evening of Christian music with various artists.
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