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Champaign
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Champaign Police responded to a shooting just after 3 a.m. on Aug. 24 when they found 35-year-old RL Selvin with fatal gunshot wounds in a parking lot on West Springfield Avenue and transported him to Carle Foundation Hospital, where he died just after 3:30 a.m.—two men, Tyson Moore and Deandre Newbill, were arrested and charged with first-degree murder as the investigation continues. WAND
- ➤ Champaign police arrested Tyson Moore and Deandre Newbill on first-degree murder charges after a fatal shooting on the 2500 block of W. Springfield Avenue that injured a 35-year-old male victim from Urbana — police recovered two firearms and later found a vehicle used in his killing. WICS
- ➤ Urbana Patrol Officers responded early Monday on the 1200 block of South Vine Street when a suspicious vehicle was reported and found two people inside; one officer was exposed to an unknown substance, lost consciousness and was taken to Carle Foundation Hospital — both individuals were arrested on controlled substance charges. WICS
- ➤ An Urbana officer was hospitalized and other responding officers were treated after suspected drug exposure during a call at a suspicious vehicle on the 1200 block of South Vine St.—two people were arrested on controlled substance charges early Monday. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Labor Day in Champaign-Urbana, federal, state, county and city offices, courts, banks, libraries and post offices will be closed while Amtrak runs as usual and metered parking is free; grocery stores, select restaurants and outdoor pools remain open if weather permits + the Museum of the Grand Prairie in Mahomet is an exception. ChambanaMoms
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Illinois announced it will install walk-through metal detectors at all Memorial Stadium entrances to manage record crowds as season tickets sold out for the first time in over two decades. Fans will keep their belongings as they pass through the new detectors—if an alarm sounds, security will perform a handheld check while the clear bag policy remains in place. WICS
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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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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Explore your comedic talents or enjoy local humor at a welcoming venue in downtown Champaign.
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Live Performance by The Boat Drunks
8-11 p.m. — Rose Bowl Tavern — $15 ADV | $20 Day-of — Enjoy a night of tropical tunes and top hits from The Boat Drunks on the patio.
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The best part? It also helps strengthen your core and build muscle as you move. Whether you're training indoors or hitting the trails, this vest is a simple way to take your workouts to the next level this season.
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