City of Champaign News

Champaign Coalition Sponsors Domestic Violence Summit

Courage Connection hosted “The Courage to be Part of the Change Summit: Reducing Domestic Violence in CU” on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the CityView Events & Meeting Center (45 E. University Ave., Champaign). The event was sponsored by the Champaign County Community Coalition, and brought together local service providers, first responders, and community stakeholders […]


October 5, 2021 Regular Council Meeting & Post-Council Study Session

The City Council agenda for the October 5, 2021 Regular Council Meeting & Post-Council Study Session 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 […]


Adopt A Drain Friday

Adopt A Drain Friday October 1, 2021 Storm sewers in Champaign lead to rivers and streams like the Boneyard Creek, Embarras River, Saline Branch, Copper Slough, Phinney Branch and Kaskaskia River. These waterways are home to fish, frogs, turtles and birds, so it is important to keep the drains free of debris. You can help […]


Homicide Investigation – 1500 Block of West Kirby Avenue

On September 30, 2021, at approximately 5:34 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1500 block of West Kirby Avenue for the report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old male in the roadway suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound to his torso. Responding officers rendered medical aid until the victim was […]


Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (between Fifth Street and Carver Drive)

In order to complete gas main installation, Ameren Illinois will close one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between Fifth Street and Carver Drive.  The closure will begin on Monday, October 4, 2021, and will reopen on Friday, October 15, 2021.  Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.


State Street Lane Closure (between White Street and Springfield Avenue)

In order to complete a pavement patch, Shaw Brothers and Illinois American Water will close one southbound lane of State Street between White Street and Springfield Avenue.  The closure will begin on Monday, October 4, 2021, and will reopen on Thursday, October 7, 2021.  Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.


Marketview Drive Lane Closure (between Center Drive and Neil Street)

In order to complete water service repair at 103 W Marketview Drive, Mid Illinois Concrete will close two lanes of Marketview Drive between Center Drive and Neil Street.  The closure will begin on Monday, October 4, 2021, and will reopen on Monday, October 11, 2021.  One eastbound and one westbound lane of traffic will be […]


Columbia Avenue and Prairie Street Intersection Closure

In order to complete water main crossings, Illinois American Water and Cross Construction will be closing the intersection of Columbia Avenue and Prairie Street.  The closure will begin on Monday, October 4, 2021, and will reopen on Friday, October 22, 2021.  Access to all properties will be maintained using the following alternate routes: – 400 […]


Residential Fire – 1215 Redwood Dr.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a single-family home at 1215 Redwood Dr., Thursday, September 30th, at 3:51 p.m. Fire crews rescued one adult fire victim from the home. Firefighters responded to a report of a fire at this single-story residence. Once on the scene, fire crews reported heavy smoke coming from […]


Building Permits Issued

The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 103 E Daniel St $341,000 9/17/21 Alteration Multi-Fam. 104 E Armory $250,000 9/17/21 Alteration Multi-Fam. 804 N Neil, Ste 103 $387,302 9/20/21 Alteration […]