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Downtown Champaign's public parking to be permanently closed for a new school loading zone at the Young Adult Program building.

Hoerr Construction will close an eastbound lane on University Avenue for a storm sewer project on August 22, 2024, from 1 – 4 p.m., with a weather-dependent schedule.

In Central Illinois, a former teacher turned pipefitter spearheads a Coalition of Labor Union for Women chapter to inspire and support females in the blue-collar sector.

The Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District will resume full service for the first time in four years, overcoming COVID-19 and driver shortages.

A 13-year-old in Champaign was arrested for making threats against three middle schools, leading to increased police presence.

Champaign School District agrees to an audit of their special education programs following a settlement, with the audit led by Dan Cates and overseen by attorney Neil Takkif.

The 115-year-old Columbia building in Champaign has been renovated to host alternative learning programs for students with special needs and others, costing over $11 million funded by leftover ARPA money.

The City of Champaign unanimously voted to apply for a federal grant through IDOT to enhance the safety and infrastructure of the Kirby Avenue overpass, aiming to secure up to $3 million for the project.

Champaign City Council approved a $2.4 million investment in a new fire department ladder truck, which won't arrive for another four years due to supply chain issues.

Central Illinois sees a rise in respiratory illnesses including COVID, though it's considered typical for this time of year due to students congregating, with nearly 150 cases reported.

Soulful Sunday Brunch - Endless Southern Delights

Experience a delightful all-you-can-eat brunch featuring Southern favorites and live music by DJ Frostbyte every Sunday at Neil St. Blues.

September Rising Tide Society Meeting - Lead Generation Discussion

Experience a collaborative gathering of creative entrepreneurs discussing lead generation strategies and supporting each other's business growth.

Fall 2024 Engineering Career Fair

Engage with a diverse pool of highly skilled engineering students at this prominent career fair featuring various industries and networking opportunities.

2024 Ties & Tennies Gala for the Champaign Parks Foundation

Experience an enjoyable evening of food, socializing, and entertainment at the iHotel, all in support of the Champaign Park District's Scholarship Fund.

Justin Moore Concert featuring Tenille Arts

Experience a captivating evening of live traditional country music with multi-PLATINUM artist Justin Moore and emerging star Tenille Arts.

Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Football

Experience an exciting clash as Central Michigan's high-scoring offense faces off against Illinois' strong defense at Memorial Stadium.

Board Game Bootcamp: Creative Game Design Workshop

Experience an afternoon of collaborative board game design, where participants can prototype their ideas with provided materials in a fun and supportive environment.

CUDO Plays September Game Night: Worker Placement Games

Experience a fun-filled evening of worker placement games and socializing with fellow enthusiasts at CUDO Plays Game Night.

The Land Connection Champaign Farmers' Market

Experience local produce and community atmosphere at this vibrant summer farmers' market held weekly on Tuesdays.

Illinois State Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Conference 2024

Experience the latest in legal practice management with live demos and exclusive insights at the ISBA's Conference in Champaign, Illinois.