Champaign Police to Address Traffic Safety Ahead of Fourth of July Holiday
Officers to Focus on Impaired and Unbuckled Drivers During Holiday Campaign The Champaign Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. Drivers can expect high-visibility enforcement throughout Illinois from June 20 through July 7, […]
Champaign Fire and Police Encourage Fireworks Safety this Summer Season
As Independence Day approaches and the community prepares for July 4th celebrations, the City of Champaign urges residents and visitors to prioritize safety by leaving fireworks to trained professionals. More than 31,000 fires are started annually by fireworks. Children younger than 15 years old, account for 28% of the estimated fireworks injuries. To help in […]
Shooting Investigation – 200 Block of Burr Oak Court
Champaign Police were dispatched to the 200 block of Burr Oak Court at 10:19 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, following reports of a shooting with injuries in the area. On-scene, officers quickly located a 13-year-old teenager with life-threatening gunshot wounds and immediately began to render medical aid. The teen was transported to an area hospital […]
Shooting Investigation – 1400 Block of Clock Street
Champaign Police were dispatched to the area near Giboney Street and Tower Street at 10:38 p.m. on June 7, 2025, following a report of shots fired nearby. As officers worked to locate the source of the reports, at 10:48 p.m., a 21-year-old Champaign man walked into an area hospital with gunshot wounds to the arm […]
Arrest Made in Shooting Investigation – 2400 Block of N. Neil Street
Champaign Police were dispatched to an apartment building in the 2400 block of N. Neil Street at 5:09 p.m. on Saturday, May 24, for a report of a shooting with injuries. On-scene, officers quickly located a four-year-old inside an apartment who had suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the foot. They immediately administered aid with […]
Champaign Police Remind Drivers, Passengers to Buckle Up for Safety
Police Seek to Increase Safety Ahead of Memorial Day Travel The Champaign Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement and encourage everyone to buckle up for safety. Drivers can expect high-visibility seat belt enforcement throughout Illinois […]
Champaign Police Invite the Community to Attend 2025 Police Week Events
Department Open House Returns with Tours, Demos on Saturday, May 17 The Champaign Police Department invites the community to attend events planned to mark National Police Week, May 12 through 18, 2025. The week’s events will honor fallen officers, highlight employee accomplishments, and teach our community about their law enforcement with the return of the […]
Champaign Police Release Results from Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign
The Champaign Police Department conducted a traffic campaign to reduce distracted driving throughout the month of April, reminding motorists to pay attention behind the wheel. The enforcement effort was conducted by Champaign Police in partnership with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies in a […]
Champaign Police to Put Focus on Distracted Driving in April 2025
Distracted Driving Awareness Month Brings Attention to Cell Phones, Other Concerns Behind the Wheel The Champaign Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state in recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Throughout the […]
Charges Filed in July 28, 2024, Homicide Investigation
A Champaign man has been charged in a July 2024 shooting incident that left two Champaign teens dead, and two others injured. Champaign Police were dispatched at 12:34 a.m. on July 28, 2024, to the 2000 block of Cynthia Drive for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located multiple people suffering […]