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 501 E Columbia Ave $1,260,400 1/5/2025 Commercial Multi Family Dwelling Fire Repairs 2026 Total Construction Value: $ 1,333,891
Champaign Police Foster Community Connections, Address Traffic Concerns in 2025
In 2025, the Champaign Police Department partnered with community organizations, neighborhood groups, and local agencies to strengthen connections across the community. Officers and staff engaged with residents through a wide range of activities. From Touch-a-Truck events for children to “Know Your Rights” presentations for community members of all ages. In total, Champaign Police dedicated 2,085 […]
Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between Duncan Road and Stratford Drive)
In order to complete pavement patching, Always Underground Inc. will close one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Duncan Road and Stratford Drive. The closure will begin on Thursday, January 8, and will reopen on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, weather permitting. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane.
Public Notice – Temporary Road Closure and Early Morning Construction Noise 1/7/26
In order to remove the holiday tree from the Downtown Plaza, the City of Champaign Public Works Department will temporarily close one southbound lane of Neil St. between Washington St. and Main St. between the hours of 5:00am to 7:00am on Wednesday, January 7. Some minimal equipment noise may also be present.
Fifth Street Road Closure (between Chalmers Street and Armory Avenue)
In order to complete a sewer repair, SNC Construction will close Fifth Street between Chalmers Street and Armory Avenue. The closure will begin at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, January 7, and reopen by 4 p.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026, weather permitting.
Green Street Lane Closure (between Westlawn Avenue and Draper Avenue)
In order to repair a sanitary sewer lateral at 1509 W. Green Street, Northern Construction has closed the eastbound lane of Green Street between Westlawn Avenue and Draper Avenue. The closure began on Monday, January 5, and will reopen on Monday, January 12, 2026, weather permitting. During the closure, eastbound traffic will not be allowed […]
Residential Fire – Apricot Dr.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a mobile home on Apricot Dr., Monday, January 5, 2026, at 12:50 a.m. Fire crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire. Firefighters responded to a report of a fully involved mobile home fire. Once on the scene, crews reported heavy smoke and fire showing. Both […]
Award Recipients Announced for 2026 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration
The MLK Countywide Committee and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Advocacy for Justice Committee are pleased to announce the names of those being honored at the 25th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Three community members will be honored with a prestigious award in recognition of their […]
January 6, 2026 Regular Council Meeting
The City Council agenda for the January 6, 2026 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. […]
Neil Street Lane Closure (between Bradley Avenue and Garwood Street)
In order to complete a sewer repair, SNC Construction will close a northbound lane of Neil Street between Bradley Avenue and Garwood Street. The closure will begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, January 5, and be completed by 4 p.m. on Friday, January 9, 2026, weather permitting.