Arrest Made in Two Recent Bank Robberies
A Champaign man has been arrested following an investigation into two recent bank robberies in Champaign. Champaign Police were dispatched at 1:46 p.m. on June 5, 2023, to the 1600 block of W. Springfield Avenue for a report of a Bank Robbery. Additionally, Champaign Police were dispatched at 2:48 p.m. on July 18, 2023, to […]
Walnut Street Lane Closure (between Bailey Street and Taylor Street)
In order to perform storm sewer lining, Hoerr Construction will be closing the right lane of northbound Walnut Street from Bailey Street to Taylor Street. Also, during this time, westbound University Avenue will be reduced to a single lane at the intersection with Walnut Street. All traffic routes will remain open, however, with reduced lanes […]
University Avenue Lane Closure (between First Street and Chester Street)
In order to perform storm sewer lining, Hoerr Construction will be closing the right lane of westbound University between First Street and Chester Street. During this time, University Avenue westbound will be reduced to a single lane thru a short construction work zone. Chester Street will also be reduced lane widths thru a work zone […]
Market Street Lane Closure (between Washington Street and Columbia Avenue)
In order to perform storm sewer lining, Hoerr Construction will be narrowing westbound Washington Street at Market Street into a single shared lane around a short construction zone. Market Street at Columbia Avenue northbound and southbound will also be narrowed into single lanes through a short work zone. All traffic routes will remain open but […]
Illinois Black Business Survey
On July 20, 2023 the Equity and Engagement Department hosted Matthew Simpson from the Illinois Office of Economic Empowerment to discuss the results of the Black Business Survey and the Overall Economic Improvement Plan. This survey was conducted in early 2023 to get a comprehensive look on the state of Black Owned Business in Illinois. […]
Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)
To facilitate removal of sheet piles along the southern shoulder of Anthony Drive, White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured. Drivers should seek alternate routes during the closure. Work is planned to begin at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 24, and normal traffic […]
July 25, 2023 Regular Study Session Cancelled
The City Council Regular Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, July 25, 2023, has been cancelled. Click here to download the July 25, 2023 Cancellation Notice
City Announces Opportunity for Residents to Participate on Police Officer Interview Panel
Champaign Police are seeking residents interested in serving our community and providing valuable input in the hiring of new police officers. Applications are now open to participate as a resident panelist in the hiring of new officers for the Champaign Police Department. Selected applicants will volunteer to serve on the Chief’s interview panel and provide […]
Champaign Police Seek Community Assistance in Investigating Robbery of Credit Union
Champaign Police were dispatched at 2:48 p.m. on July 18, 2023, to the 1200 block of S. Mattis Avenue for a report of a robbery at a credit union. Upon arrival, officers learned a suspect entered the credit union, displayed a handgun, and demanded money. The suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of currency. No […]
Joint First Responder Training to be held July 25 at Jefferson Middle School
Champaign County first responders will hold a joint training exercise on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, starting at 8:00 a.m. at Jefferson Middle School (1115 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 […]