Urbana launches a free financial literacy program to help residents with money management
City officials in Urbana hope a new financial literacy program will help residents better manage their finances and build strong credit profiles.
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Urbana will explore alternatives to mental health crisis intervention without police involvement
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to connect with a counselor. URBANA — The City of Urbana will launch a new initiative aimed at helping people experiencing mental health crises — without police involvement. At the Oct. 6 City Council meeting, stakeholders from
Central Illinois cyclists connect with the prairie, grab ice cream on moonlight bike ride
IPM’s Arjun Thakkar hopped on his bike to ride 22 miles with cyclists under the fool moon — and see how the experience helps them get in touch with the countryside.
A 200-year-old a cappella tradition brings voices together in Urbana
Sacred Harp is a non-denominational a cappella musical event, where everyone, regardless of experience, can come together and sing. For over 200 years, the tradition has aimed to unite communities across the country.
Thinking of biking to work? These Champaign County residents did.
Autumn is fast approaching, which leaves just a few months left to go out on a comfortable bike ride before colder weather arrives. With Champaign County Bike Month underway, some community members are getting a taste of riding on two wheels for the first time in the area. On Wednesday’s Bike to Work Day event,
Fatal crash in Urbana is the premise for ICE operation in Illinois
The Department of Homeland Security said in the news release that the action is in honor of Katie Abraham, a 20-year-old woman who was killed in a crash outside Carle Foundation Hospital in January.
Champaign County welcomes Bike Month
A bike to work day and bike light giveaway are part of an initiative to make biking a more safe and welcoming transportation option.
BERTHA rocks ELLNORA guitar festival with ‘Grateful Drag’
In 2020, Melody Walker and her friend Caitlin Doyle decided they wanted to form an all-female Grateful Dead cover band. After a few male friends expressed interest in taking part in the group, they allowed it — as long as they dressed like women.
New executive director outlines her vision for Urbana Free Library
Taliah Abdullah was appointed to the position in July. She said the library has been updating its Champaign County Historical Archives since last year.
Public voices opposition to proposed service changes at OSF Healthcare’s Heart of Mary Medical Center
OSF plans to expand behavioral healthcare at its Urbana facility — but multiple community members said they were concerned with the proposal to shift some specialty services to other locations.
Urbana appoints new Deputy Chief of police
Zachery Mikalik has been with the Urbana Police Department for nearly 18 years,.
Urbana intersection reopens after crash involving deputy
The officer involved in the crash is in stable condition at the hospital.
Urbana appoints new city administrator
Darius White is a former city employee who has held multiple economic development positions.
Urbana City Council gives final approval for a new comprehensive plan
The document aims to outline the community’s vision for growth and redevelopment over the next two decades.
Tango beat coming to Urbana with public events and immersive workshop
Champaign-Urbana residents should grab their dancing shoes as the city is set to come alive with the sound of tango as the CU Tango Music Workshop kicks off on Sunday, July 20.