City of Champaign News

Prospect Avenue and Church Street Lane Closures

In order to replace a power pole damaged in an accident, Ameren Illinois is closing the following: Both northbound lanes of Prospect Avenue between Church Street and University Avenue Both westbound lanes of Church Street between Prospect Avenue and New Street   The closures are currently in effect. Work is anticipated to be completed by […]


Champaign Police Invite Public Comment During Upcoming Assessment

The Champaign Police Department is soliciting community feedback as part of an on-site assessment of the department’s operations. On April 4-5, 2024, a team of auditors for the Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ILEAP) will be in Champaign to review the Champaign Police Department’s policies, procedures, operations, management, and support services. As part of the […]


Community Wide Engagement Event

On Saturday March 30, 2024, Justice Victim Advocate, Eric Toga (E&E) attended a community wide engagement event at Arrowhead Lanes organized by Immediate Effective Change Foundation and the Victory Open Violence Initiative. This social event was designed to bring families together in a safe and positive environment. Providers were there to sign up families for […]



Save the Date! Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference

Save the Date: Friday, May 17, 2024 Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Venue: I-Hotel and Conference Center, Champaign The Neighborhood Services and Equity & Engagement Departments are thrilled to present the 2024 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference (CNNC)! This dynamic one-day event is designed to empower and connect our vibrant neighborhoods. Here’s what you need […]


Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)

White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Both eastbound and westbound Anthony Drive traffic will be detoured in the area.  The closure will occur between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024. Access will be maintained to all local properties.


April 2, 2024 Regular Council Meeting

The City Council agenda for the April 2, 2024 Regular Council Meeting is now available through the link below. This meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers of the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and participation is welcome and encouraged. […]


Mattis Avenue Lane Closures (from Bloomington Road to Hedge Road)

In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, Hoerr Construction, Inc. will be working on Mattis Avenue between Bloomington Road and Hedge Road. Traffic in both directions will be affected during different phases of the project. Traffic will be reduced to one lane through a short construction zone. Work is planned during the hours […]


Fourth Street Lane Closure (from Park Street to University Avenue)

In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, Hoerr Construction, Inc. will be working in the southbound lane of Fourth Street at University Avenue. Traffic traveling south on Fourth Street from Park Street to south of University Avenue will be affected as it is reduced to one lane through a short construction zone.  Work […]