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Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Illinois State Police troopers were hospitalized after an early morning crash in Urbana at 12:43 a.m. Friday — the squad car had a green light while the other car ran a red light, and the driver received citations for the incident. WAND
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Champaign Police Department is joining forces with the Illinois Department of Transportation, state police and other law enforcement officials to increase traffic patrols from Aug. 15 to Sept. 2 to check for impaired driving, distracted driving and seatbelt violations—drivers who break these rules will get citations or warnings. The Daily Illini
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Champaign is accepting proposals from experienced vendors for the upcoming promotional testing process for Fire Lieutenant and Fire Engineer positions—vendors must follow the RFP guidelines. City of Champaign
- ➤ The City Council will hold its Regular Study Session at 7:00 p.m. on August 26 in the City Council Chambers at the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign—open to the public. City of Champaign
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Teen Summer Program Concert
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Orpheum Champaign — Free entry — Experience the creative talents of local teens at this exciting showcase of music, dance, and arts.
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PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training
9 AM – 5 PM — HQ — Training fee applies — Gain essential project management skills with hands-on learning and expert guidance.
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Bollywood Party - Welcome Week!
9 PM – 2 AM — The Axe Bar — $10 Pre-Sale, $15 General Admission, $20 at the door — Experience the biggest Bollywood party with nonstop hits and high-energy dancing!
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Western Illinois Leathernecks at Illinois Fighting Illini Football
6:30-8 p.m. — University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Ticket prices vary — Watch a riveting college football matchup featuring the Leathernecks and Fighting Illini.
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BEAUTI BASH 2025
7-9 p.m. — Orpheum Champaign — Food and drinks included — Celebrate glamour and beauty at this fabulous event featuring talented local stylists.
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Champaign Labor Day Parade and Celebration
11 a.m. — Downtown Champaign — Free entry — Celebrate Labor Day with a parade, picnic, food, and family-friendly activities.
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Live Music Showcase: Rory Book and the Volumes, Blossomin Bome, The Swamp Rats
8-11:59 p.m. — The Space — Tip bucket for the bands — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music right after open mic night.
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Comedy Open Mic Night at The Space
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of laughs as aspiring comedians take the stage during Comedy Open Mic Night.
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Daughters Arise Conference 2025
12-3 a.m. — 1304 Anthony Dr, Champaign, IL — $35+ — A two-day faith-filled gathering to empower women to rise into purpose.
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Sparta Live Music Event
6-11 p.m. — The Space — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Enjoy an evening of live performances featuring Sparta, Belles-Lettres, and Sunwise.
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