Sidewalk Snow Removal Ordinance Activation
Sidewalk Snow Removal Ordinance Activation The Public Works Director has declared that the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas is in effect. Records indicate that Champaign has received at least two (2) inches of snow during today’s snowfall. To make the sidewalks safer for pedestrians, City Ordinance requires […]
Arrest Made in November 19 Fire at Champaign Church
A Champaign man has been arrested for his involvement in a fire that caused thousands of dollars in damage to a Champaign church. On November 19, 2025, at 12:28 p.m., personnel with the Champaign Police and Fire Departments were called to a church in the 1600 block of Bloomington Road following a report of a […]
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (between Fifth Street and Sixth Street)
In order to perform a storm sewer repair, SNC Construction will be closing one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between Fifth Street and Sixth Street. • All eastbound Bradley Avenue traffic will merge into a single lane through a short construction work zone. • Westbound University Avenue traffic will not be affected by this closure. […]
December 02, 2025 Regular Council Meeting
The City Council agenda for the December 02, 2025 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. […]
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 2302 Fox Dr. $1,735,908 11/21/25 Commercial Church Remodel 201 E Green St. $7,776,842 11/24/25 Commercial Footing and Foundation for NEW MFD […]
Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between Scottsdale Drive and Kenwood Road)
In order to complete water service installation at 2410 W. Kirby Avenue, Lanz Heating & Cooling, Inc. will close one westbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Scottsdale Drive and Kenwood Road. The closure will begin on Tuesday, December 2, and will reopen on Thursday, December 4, 2025, weather permitting. During the closure, westbound traffic will […]
Parade of Lights Downtown Road Closures
The Champaign City Partnership will be hosting the Annual Parade of Lights on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 5 p.m. (new start time). To accommodate the parade route, the following streets will be closed to traffic beginning at 4 p.m. until after the parade is complete: • Neil Street between University Avenue and Columbia Street […]
December Parking Promotion in Downtown Champaign
To encourage residents and visitors to frequent Downtown Champaign businesses this Holiday season, the City of Champaign is offering up to two hours of free parking in the Hill Street Parking Deck from Monday, December 1, through Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Hourly visitors who park longer than two hours will receive a two-hour discount off […]
Call for Nominations for the 2026 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration
The 25th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration will be held on January 18, 2026. This meaningful event celebrates the legacy of Dr. King and the ongoing efforts of individuals and organizations in Champaign County who are embodying his vision of justice, equality, and service. The event is open to the public, […]
November 25, 2025 Regular Study Session Cancelled
The City Council Regular Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, November 25, 2025, has been cancelled. Click here to download the November 25, 2025 Cancellation Notice