Good morning, Champaign.

Local families can enjoy multiple Halloween-themed events at nearby zoos, including reservation-required Boo at the Zoo at Scovill Zoo (Oct.

16–31) in Decatur and Howlabaloo at the Zoo at Miller Park Zoo (Oct. 24–25); other events in Peoria, Indianapolis, Brookfield, Saint Louis, and Lincoln Park offer varied activities and treat options.

Mahomet officials are reviewing a proposal from Clean Cloud Energy to develop a data center campus west of Champaign — the project could boost property-tax revenue and create construction jobs, but no formal action is planned yet.

The Champaign Unit 4 Board of Education passed its fiscal year 2027 budget Monday night by a 7-0 vote, reporting nearly $187 million in revenue while spending about $197 million, leaving a $10.2 million deficit and allocating 50 percent of the budget for salaries.

On Monday evening, Urbana City Council approved a regional partnership with Champaign and Cornbelt Fire Protection District to train local firefighters.

The one-year deal lets the department recoup instructor costs (up to $15,000) from the training program.