Good Day
Champaign
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Champaign and Acclivus Inc are hosting community meetings on October 29 and October 30 to share street outreach goals and local hiring opportunities for violence interruption under the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint—events are set for Providence at Thornberry from 4:00—5:00 p.m. and Y on the Fly from 6:30—7:30 p.m. on October 29 and at Champaign Public Library from 2:00—3:00 p.m. and HACC from 5:00—6:00 p.m. on October 30. City of Champaign
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Riggs Beer Company will host its German Christmas market on four weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas — offering crepes, bratwurst, candied nuts, and hot spiced wine — and entry is free. The market, started by owner Matt Riggs and his wife Caroline, will feature regional vendors to bring an authentic holiday feel to the Champaign-Urbana area. ChambanaMoms
- ➤ Urbana has turned eight utility boxes into vibrant art murals that brighten sidewalks—each piece created by a local artist and expected to last about 10 years. The Arts and Culture Program accepted submissions online and plans to add more murals downtown and near campus. WICS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Champaign is partnering with Acclivus Inc. to hold four community meetings on Oct. 29 and Oct. 30 to discuss street outreach and violence reduction under the Community Gun Violence Reductions Blueprint—residents can learn about outreach goals, hiring opportunities and meet Acclivus staff at sessions held at Providence at Thornberry, Y on the Fly, the Champaign Public Library and the Housing Authority of Champaign County. WAND
- ➤ The Department of Agriculture announced that SNAP benefits will not be issued on November 1 — leaving tens of thousands of families in Champaign County and across central Illinois without support. Governor Pritzker urged federal action to cover the weekly $350 to $400 million gap — and local food pantries will help until federal funding arrives. WICS
- ➤ Deputy Fire Chiefs Josh Jessup and Jason Rector visited METCAD on October 12th to thank telecommunicator I Deanne Brazelton for handling a series of calls about an apartment building fire in Champaign at 4:10 p.m.+ she asked key questions and gave clear instructions that helped a resident and his dog shelter in place until fire crews arrived and the caller exited safely. City of Champaign
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Versiti will host a blood drive at Grange Grove by Gies Memorial Stadium on Saturday, November 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the drive will coincide with the Fighting Illini home game against Rutgers. WAND
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National Cat Day Fundraiser Raffle
9:30-10 p.m. — The Scratching Post CU — $5 each or 5 for $20 — Win over $160 worth of cat goodies while supporting local rescues.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Unleash your inner comedian at a lively open mic night every Thursday.
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Fighting Illini Hockey Showdown
7-11 p.m. — UI Ice Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Halloween while cheering for the Fighting Illini in a thrilling hockey match against Rutgers.
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COCO Screening
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Virginia Theatre — Rated PG — Experience the heartwarming story of Miguel and his passion for music despite family traditions.
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27th Annual Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie
9:00 – 11:30 AM — Meadowbrook Park — Registration fees apply — Run or walk to support conservation efforts at Grand Prairie Friends.
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CUDO Plays Game Night
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Engage with fellow gamers and explore games with compelling themes.
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Public Lecture on AI, Writing, and Integrity
7-8:30 p.m. — Champaign Public Library — Free entry — Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, writing, and ethical integrity in this engaging lecture.
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Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan Listening Tour - Champaign
4-6 p.m. — University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Free entry — Contribute to the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan to enhance math education for all students.
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Comedy Open Mic Night at The Space
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Test your comedic skills or enjoy fresh talent at this weekly open mic event.
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The Empty Bowls Supper and Saber Showcase
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The High School of St. Thomas More — Suggested donation $15 adults, $10 children — Savor soup and bread while enjoying performances at this community benefit event.
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