Staff Attend Youth Assessment Center Meeting
On Tuesday, July 8, staff from the City’s Equity and Engagement Department and Police Department—including Mikal Washington (Community Relations Specialist), Andre Davis (Justice Victim Advocate), Aaron Lack (Investigations Lieutenant), and Katherine Thompson (Patrol Lieutenant)—attended a Youth Assessment Center meeting at the Brookens Administrative Center. The meeting focused on collaborative strategies to address juvenile justice challenges […]
Champaign Police Spend Time at Summer Camp
Officers with Champaign Police made stops at several local summer camps this week, offering messages on the importance of 9-1-1 and sharing technical expertise to children throughout the area. On June 17, 2025, Champaign Police stopped by two camps – one at Indian Acres Swimming Club and one at the Parkland College Child Development Center. […]
Now Playing on CGTV: 2025 Police Week Ceremonies
The Champaign Police Department marked National Police Week from May 11-17, 2025, by hosting several events for the community to learn about their local law enforcement agency. Among those events were two ceremonies, the Police Memorial Ceremony and the Police Department Employee Awards. Staff with the Communications Division recorded the events, which are now airing […]
2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference Wrap-Up
The Neighborhood Services Department hosted the 2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference on May 9, 2025. Mayor Feinen provided inspiring opening remarks at the breakfast reception. This event was attended by more than 100 community leaders representing neighborhood groups, community organizations and other governmental units. City Departments, including the City Manager’s Office, Equity and Engagement, Planning […]
Country Brook Apartments Easter Fair
On April 18, 2025, staff from the Champaign Police Department and the Equity & Engagement Department hopped over to participate in a vibrant Easter Egg Hunt and Resource Fair held at Country Brook Apartments. This inclusive event, organized by Country Brook Apartments, fostered connection by inviting various community partners and city departments to host informative […]
One Hope United | Open House
On April 23, 2025, City staff from both the Champaign Police Department and the Equity & Engagement Department were present at an open house hosted by One Hope United. This Illinois-based non-profit organization provides crucial support to approximately 10,000 children each year through educational programs, family and youth assistance, and mental health services. The event […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting. The Coalition was excited to host a special panel discussion focused on the critical issues of Civility, Compassion, Climate Change, and Violent Crime. The panel, comprised of Urbana Police Chief Larry Boone, Champaign Police Chief Timothy Tyler, TRI Director Karen Simms, […]
CPD Encourages Scam Safety at Resource Fair
On Thursday, April 10, Champaign Police joined McKinley Health Center for their Special Populations Health Fair on the University of Illinois campus. Assistant to the Police Chief Joe Lamberson shared resources about scam safety with event attendees, encouraging them to keep their money by paying it safe online and monitoring their accounts for suspicious activity. […]
Chief Tyler, Equity & Engagement Staff Participate in Empathy Panel
On Thursday, April 10, Police Chief Timothy T. Tyler participated as a panelist in a discussion entitled “Empowering Empathy.” The panel was hosted by the Grainger School of Engineering at UIUC. Chief Tyler was among several law enforcement officials from throughout the area who participated, including elected officials, UIPD co-responders, and leaders at the University […]
Healing Solutions for Healing Communities Summit
On March 14-15, 2025, staff from the Equity and Engagement Department and the Police Department attended the Healing Solutions for Healing Communities Summit at the I Hotel. This event, sponsored by the Champaign County Community Coalition, Healing Illinois, and the University of Illinois School of Social Work, focused on community building, healing, and resilience. The […]