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Rebecca Tran
Rebecca Tran
Bureau Chief · Champaign, IL
Rebecca Tran has over 15 years of experience in journalism, earning her degree in Political Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She previously worked as a political reporter for the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, where she developed a deep understanding of local government dynamics. Rebecca is passionate about holding officials accountable and fostering transparency in local governance.
More from Rebecca →Bureau Chief · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 6:59 PM · 1 min read
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- An upcoming renovation project at the Champaign City Building aims to modernize it and improve accessibility and security. The City of Champaign announced that a 10-month renovation of the building will begin on Nov. 10. Approved by City Council on Sept. 1, the $2.8 million project will remove existing steps and [...]
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