Joint First Responder Training to be held July 22 at Centennial High School
Champaign County first responders will hold a joint training exercise on Friday, July 22, 2022, starting at 8:00 a.m. at Centennial High School (913 Crescent Dr, Champaign). The training exercise will conclude at approximately 2:00 p.m. and will help prepare first responders for rapid response emergency scenarios and mutual aid needs that may occur in […]
Champaign County Resident Tire Collection Event
The City of Champaign is co-sponsoring a special residential tire collection event that will take place the first week in August. Champaign County residents may participate in this recycling event during collection dates and times listed below. Please refer to guidelines for accepted items.
University Avenue Lane Closure (between Neil Street and Walnut Street)
In order to install a rooftop unit at 9 E. University Avenue, Roland Realty will close an eastbound lane of University Avenue between Neil Street and Walnut Street. The closure will occur between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be reduced to […]
Fox Drive Road Closure (between Devonshire Drive and Knollwood Drive)
In order to repair pavement failures, A&A Concrete will be closing Fox Drive between Devonshire Drive and Knollwood Drive. Repair work will begin on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. The closure is expected to last one day, weather permitting. Please do not park on the street near the construction site or in areas that are posted […]
Homicide Investigation – 200 Block of E. Green Street
On July 15, 2022, at approximately 9:06 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 200 Block of E. Green Street for a report of a shooting with injury. Upon arrival, officers located a 46-year-old male victim from Urbana suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound and immediately rendered medical aid. He was transported to an area hospital […]
City Hosts Community Violence Response Meeting with Eisner Park Residents
On July 9, 2022, community members and City staff came together for a Community Violence Response Meeting at the Hays Recreation Center. CU Trauma and Resilience Initiative provided mental support, resources, and attendees received information about the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint and the Neighborhood Ambassadors Program.
Green Street Lane Closure (between Sixth Street and Wright Street)
In order to complete a sign installation at 617 E Green Street, Teamoji will be closing the eastbound lane of Green Street between Sixth Street and Wright Street. The closure will occur on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be shifted into […]
Champaign County Community Coalition Hosts Monthly Meeting in Urbana
On Wednesday, July 13th, the Champaign County Community Coalition met at the Radisson Hotel in Urbana to discuss new programs within the community as well as receive updates on existing programs. Attendees received law enforcement updates from Champaign, Urbana, the U of I, and the Sheriff’s Dept. Additional information was shared about Unit 4 Youth […]
July 19, 2022 Regular Council Meeting Cancelled
The City Council Regular Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 19, 2022, has been cancelled. Click here to download the July 19, 2022 Cancellation Notice
Registration Opening Soon for Adult Fire Explorers Program
The Champaign Fire and Human Resources Departments are pleased to announce that registration for the the City’s Adult Fire Explorers Program (AEP) will open July 18, 2022. The AEP is a partnership between the City of Champaign and the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission Workforce Development Program. This workforce readiness initiative is structured to create […]