Good morning, Champaign.

On Monday, community members in Champaign celebrated the unveiling of the 'Protect our Kids' mural created by Champaign County CASA, Crisis Nursery and muralist Leslie Kimble—its location on the west wall of the Experience Champaign-Urbana building helped drive the event where attendees enjoyed food and drinks.

Dozens gathered Tuesday in Urbana for the first Soulful Streets food truck festival where local black-owned businesses provided a variety of cuisines to celebrate early Juneteenth (this event marks a new effort to support local enterprise).

A Juneteenth parade will be held tomorrow at 1 p.m. starting at Philo Road and Colorado Avenue and ending at the Salt and Light Ministries parking lot.

Urbana residents voiced strong opposition at Monday's public hearing over the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which would add extra police funding and keep a 1% grocery tax to support essential services.

They urged the council to choose alternative spending options—like investing in social services—over increasing police expenditure.

Illinois officials announced that Fire Prevention Week will focus on lithium-ion battery safety in everyday items—like smartphones and laptops—to reduce fire hazards.

The campaign will occur from Oct. 5–11 and advises residents to follow safe charging practices.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Awakening Events - Christian Music Concert

6-9 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an uplifting evening of Christian music with various artists.

Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm

8-11 p.m. — Prairie Farm — Family-friendly event — Experience fun movies featuring adorable farm animals in a summer setting.

Lindy Hoppers at Hamilton Walkers - July Edition

7-9 p.m. — Hamilton Walker's — Free entry — Dance the night away with swing music at this community-focused event.

Ag Tech Innovation Showcase 2025

8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Research Park at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Free entry — Connect with farmers and innovators at this exciting showcase of ag tech solutions.