Good morning, Champaign.

Mahomet-Seymour School District #3 approved a new collective bargaining agreement that took effect on July 1, 2026 and will run through June 30, 2030 + the deal finalizes a tentative agreement reached on Sept.

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SNC Construction closed William Street from Prairie Street to State Street + the southbound lane and bike path on State Street between William and Charles for sanitary sewer work.

Local traffic and garbage pick-up will continue while reopening is planned for 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9.

Champaign County received a grant of over $100K today to support tourism, with county officials saying the funds will enhance local visitor programs (including seasonal events) to boost community growth.

Newschannel 20/FOX Illinois reporters (Darren Leeds, Bethal Miles, Matt Bednar, and Carson Gourdie) wore pink to raise funds for the American Cancer Society during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Fall break in Champaign-Urbana begins Oct.

12, offering families free museum visits, outdoor parks, and public swim options during the break while free developmental screenings are available for children birth to five at various sites. The guide from United Way of Champaign County provides 50+ ideas to keep families busy.