May 25, 2021 Regular Study Session Cancelled
The City Council Regular Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, May 25, 2021, has been canceled. Click here to download the cancellation notice
Route Announced for Officer Oberheim’s Processional
At approximately 1 p.m. today, the procession for Officer Chris Oberheim, #703, will begin. He will depart the Coroner’s Office, 202 Art Bartell Rd, Urbana, and law enforcement will escort him as he departs our community to Decatur. Additional first responder personnel will position themselves along the route, and the Police Department encourages anyone wishing […]
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 1916 Max Run Dr $335,000 05/17/21 New Single Family 109 Convenience Ctr Rd $300,000 05/14/21 Alteration Retail – Remodel […]
HR Staff Participates in Library “Ask An Employer” Series
On May 19, 2021, Human Resources Specialist Stacy Rachel conducted a virtual presentation for the Champaign Library’s “Ask An Employer” series. This was first of a new monthly addition to the Library Career Service’s Get That Job webinar series that aims to connect local employers with job seekers. Stacy’s presentation included an overview of the […]
Fields South Drive Road Closure (south of Windsor Road)
In order to repair pavement failures, Feutz Contractors will be closing the 2400 block of Fields South Drive just south of Windsor Road. Repair work will begin on Friday, May 21, 2021, and last two days, weather permitting.
Chief of Police Anthony Cobb Issues Statement on Fallen Officer
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart I announce Champaign Police Officer Chris Oberheim, 44, badge number 703, passed away due to injuries sustained while on-duty. Officer Oberheim was struck by gunfire while responding to a domestic disturbance. His only intention was to serve, protect and help provide care before he was senselessly […]
Champaign Police Respond to Call for Service; Two Officers Shot, Suspect Deceased
On May 19, 2021, at approximately 3:24 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the 2400 block of North Neil Street for a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, two Champaign Police Officers exited their vehicles, and the preliminary investigation indicates they encountered an armed individual and gunfire was exchanged. The suspect was fatally wounded and pronounced deceased on […]
University Avenue Lane Closure (between Chestnut Street and Market Street)
In order to install transformer and electrical service, Ameren Illinois will close one westbound lane of University Avenue between Chestnut Street and Market Street. The closure will begin on Monday, May 24, and will reopen on Monday, May 28, 2021, weather permitting. Westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.
New Street Road Closure (between Columbia Avenue and Vine Street)
In order to complete the construction of a sanitary sewer extension, SNC Construction will close New Street between Columbia Avenue and Vine Street. The closure will begin on Tuesday, May 18, and will reopen on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. Columbia Avenue at the intersection of New Street may be reduced to one lane.
Champaign Police Seek Suspect in Early Morning Armed Robbery
On May 15, 2021, at approximately 5:57 a.m., a suspect entered the coffee bar area of Harvest Market, located at 2029 South Neil Street, and presented a large butcher knife from a brown paper bag and demanded cash from the register. The store employee complied, and the suspect retrieved an undisclosed amount of currency from […]