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Serving Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy, IllinoisVol. 1, No. 24

EditionSunday, Oct. 18, 2026 · Vol. 1, No. 8 · Widespread Frost then Sunny, high 65°F, low 37°F

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Public safety

Champaign County jail population fell to 194 on Saturday, sheriff's daily report shows

Facility population was 194 on Oct. 17, down from 201 on Oct. 15; Oct. 16 activity listed five bookings, seven arrests and 15 releases. Aggregates only.

Public safety desk · Sun.

Central, Centennial, Unity and Villa Grove-Heritage draw IHSA football playoff games

Mahomet-Seymour, St. Joseph-Ogden and Fisher are seeded past the opening round

Champaign Park District hosts free Family STEM Night Oct. 27 at Martens Center

The Illinois Science Explorers lead hands-on experiments for kids and adults, with free pizza, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27; registration is required.

Michelle's Bridal & Tuxedo to host wedding vendor showcase Nov. 1 at Hotel Royer

More than 15 local wedding businesses are signed on for a cocktail hour and runway show.

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ObituariesAll →
  • Diana Krandel, 79

    formerly of Champaign · Cremation. The family will host a memorial service after the new year (no date, time or place given). Donations in her name to the Champaign County Humane Society.

Notices & classifiedsAll →
  • Public notice

    Notice Invitation to Bid: INDOOR CLIMATE RESEARCH & TRAINING FACILITY

  • Public notice

    RFP 2026-006: Evaluation Capacity Building Project, Champaign County Developmental Disabilities Board and Mental Health Board

  • Public notice

    Request for Proposals: Bicycle and Pedestrian Counter Equipment, Champaign County Regional Planning Commission