Over the past decade, gun violence has risen in Champaign-Urbana with a dramatic surge in incidents beginning around 2019-2020 and peaking in 2021. While gun violence has already been an...
Nothing is more painful than seeing an adaptation of one of your favorite books and thinking, “Well… that wasn’t great.” Whether it’s because a certain scene isn’t in it, the cast doesn’t...
Since the beginning of 2026, extensive information has been revealed, including a collection of controversies, arguments, and lawsuits. With protests against ICE all over the globe and public outcry to...
A mask used to be seen as a simple device for safety, as it protects both the wearer and those around them. Today, however, it represents more than health–it reflects how society responds to individual...
Pantone, best known for its color-naming system that’s used in various industries like fashion, graphic design, and printing, is an influence for artists globally. They announced on December 4th, 2025,...
In 2025, one is more likely to come across someone who has used, or at least been exposed to, generative AI at some point than someone who hasn’t. For example, 33% of adults in the U.S....
Although both sweet potato and pumpkin pie look the same, with the similar orange color and their crunchy crust, they are very different. Pumpkin pie is usually denser, has a creamy texture, and relies...
Central’s students and teachers seem to have mixed feelings about music. Studies have shown that the presence of background changes cognitive tasks like reading or writing. Music in class mostly depends...
As Central’s spring break came to a close and students began to return to school one by one, they all noticed one significant thing: the school Wi-Fi password had been changed once again. This caused...
April 1 marked the start of Champaign Central’s outdoor track season after the indoor season saw multiple Maroons take home medals in the Top Times state meet. Major changes have come to Central’s...
From March 9th to November 2nd, daylight saving time (DST) will set most of America’s clocks back an hour to reap more of summer's sunny days; but that can cause some to wonder, is it really a practice...
Champaign Central’s Chris Bush shoots a free throw against Centennial in Combes Gym, January 12th, 2024. Photo by Adam Edwards.
On February 4th, Champaign Central announced that their upcoming game...
