Westbound Lanes of Marketview Drive Closed Between Market Street and the Entrance to Kohl’s Plaza
Due to pavement buckling, the westbound lanes of Marketview Drive between Market Street and the entrance to Kohl’s Plaza have been temporarily closed. Public Works crews are setting up traffic control devices in the eastbound lanes so that two-way traffic can be maintained through the area. Pavement repairs are expected to begin on Monday, June […]
Westbound Lanes of Curtis Road Closed Between Mattis Avenue and Learning Lane
Due to pavement buckling in the 2300 block of Curtis Road, the westbound lanes of Curtis Road between Mattis Avenue and Learning Lane have been temporarily closed. Public Works crews are setting up traffic control devices in order to allow westbound traffic to safely use the center lane. Pavement repairs are expected to begin on […]
Police Investigating Overnight Accidental Shooting/Suicide Incident
On June 12, 2021, at approximately 1:18 a.m., Champaign Police learned two males had arrived by personal vehicle at Carle Hospital Emergency Department with life-threatening gunshot wounds. The preliminary investigation revealed this shooting event occurred in an alley located in the 300 block of East White Street, Champaign where a 16-year-old male was seated in […]
Residential Fire – 7 Meadow Ct
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at a home at 7 Meadow Ct., Saturday, June 12, at 1:02 a.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in this single-family home. Firefighters responded to a report of a fire at this single-story home, called in by a passerby. Once on the scene, fire crews reported […]
Daniel Street Road Closure (between Sixth Street and Wright Street)
In order to facilitate construction at 812 S Sixth Street, J H Findorff will close Daniel Street between Sixth Street and Wright Street. The closure will occur on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Through traffic will not be allowed on this block during the closure.
Randolph Street Lane Closure (between University Avenue and Park Street)
In order to facilitate masonry work at The Virginia Theater, Grunloh Construction will close one northbound lane of Randolph Street between University Avenue and Park Street. The closure will occur on Thursday, June 17, 2021, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., weather permitting. Northbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in […]
June 15, 2021 Regular Council Meeting
The City Council agenda for the June 15, 2021 Regular Council Meeting 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 is welcome and encouraged. […]
Shooting Investigation – 1200 block of West Bradley Avenue
On June 10, 2021, at approximately 9:56 p.m., a victim suffering from gunshot wounds to his back and lower extremities arrived by personal transport at Champaign Fire Department’s Station 3, 702 West Bradley Avenue. Champaign Police Officers responded and learned the 35-year-old Champaign man had been shot while at a residence in the 1200 block […]
Arrest Made in May 28, 2021, Shooting Investigation
On May 28, 2021, at approximately 1:07 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1300 block of Sunset Drive for reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located thirteen spent casings in the roadway and damage to one residence in the 1400 block of Sunset Drive. No other damage or injuries were reported. As the investigation […]
Downtown Champaign Parking Lots to Close at 9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday Nights
Community Reminded of Rules Regarding Use of City Parking Lots and Open Containers As the State of Illinois moves into Phase 5 of the Restore Illinois Plan, the City of Champaign anticipates welcoming more people to Downtown Champaign. The City wants all Downtown visitors to have an enjoyable experience, but to do so in a […]