Good Day
Champaign
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on US 45 600N in Champaign County is causing lanes to be blocked for a few hours—Illinois State Police advise drivers to avoid the area. WICS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials warn farmers that the drought puts fields at risk for fires and can lower crop yield during harvest season. Farmers must check equipment and keep extra fire extinguishers ready — a combine fire was seen earlier this week. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city is observing Fire Prevention Week with a campaign that promotes safe use of lithium-ion batteries—buy, charge, and recycle safely—to prevent home fires. Mayor Feinen will kick off the events on Sunday, October 5 at 1 p.m. at Fire Station 1 on Randolph Street. City of Champaign
- ➤ Illinois American Water closed one southbound lane of Neil Street (between Main Street and Park Avenue) for an emergency water main repair on Monday, September 29; the lane will reopen on Friday, October 3 (weather permitting). City of Champaign
- ➤ The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission will hold a public hearing at the University of Illinois campus this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the event will gather community input on harms to African Americans and advise on possible policy changes. WICS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Parkhill family has donated $1 million to create the Katie Parkhill and Family Fund at Mills Breast Cancer Institute to improve imaging, surgery and nurse support—this donation was announced during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and will help patients receive better care. WICS
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Perfect opportunity for comedy enthusiasts to showcase their talent or enjoy a night of laughs.
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Tom Grassman Band Live at Pour Bros
8-11 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with the Tom Grassman Band during the Friday Night Live Music series.
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Run to Remember 5K
8 a.m. — Crystal Lake Park — Registration fee required — Honor memories and cherish today during this community-focused run.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Showcase your comedic talent or enjoy laughs at this weekly open mic night in downtown Champaign.
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Chili Cook-off at Dandy Hound
6-8 p.m. — Dandy Hound — Ticket purchase required — Savor delicious chili samples while voting for your favorite recipe at this community cook-off.
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MasterChef All Stars Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience culinary magic with your favorite MasterChef stars and thrilling live competitions.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Joseph Campbell
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