Apartment Fire – 2614 W Springfield Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a multi-family apartment building at 2614 W Springfield Ave., Friday, September 29, at 4:18 a.m. Fire crews worked to extinguish this fire that originated on the third floor. Firefighters responded to multiple reports of a three-story building with fire showing from the roof. En route, this […]
City Staff Prepare Float for Pride Fest Parade!
On September 28, 2023, staff from multiple departments worked together to decorate a City truck for entry in this weekend’s CU Pride Fest parade. The activity fostered cross-departmental teamwork, cooperation, and bonding. Thank you to all those who participated in the Pride Parade float building! The City is a proud advocate for the equality, wellness, […]
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (between Randolph Street and Neil Street)
In order to facilitate construction at 1103 N. Neil Street (Columbia Center), Mid Illinois Concrete will intermittently close one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between Randolph Street and Neil Street. The closures will begin on Monday, October 2, and will end on Monday, November 6, 2023. During each closure, eastbound traffic will be reduced to […]
Fourth Street Lane Narrowed (between John Street and Daniel Street)
In order to perform storm sewer lining, Hoerr Construction will be narrowing Fourth Street between John Street and Daniel Street through a short construction work zone. Westbound Daniel Street will also be restricted from right-hand turns onto northbound Fourth Street. All other traffic routes will remain open. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. […]
University Avenue Lane Closure – REVISED
In order to facilitate demolition at 306 E. University Avenue, Stark Excavating will close one westbound lane of University Avenue between Third Street and Fourth Street. The closure will begin on Monday, September 25, and will reopen on Thursday, October 5, 2023. During the closure, westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the […]
Willard Airport Selected as Primary Airport of the Year by IDOT
The University of Illinois Willard Airport was selected as Primary Airport of the Year by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for 2023. Willard Airport received the award from IDOT on September 25, 2023, during the Illinois Public Airport Association Fall Conference. A primary airport is defined as a commercial service airport with more than […]
C-U Celebrates at Immigrant Welcome Awards
The 10th Annual Immigrant Welcome Awards Ceremony and Celebration was held at the Urbana Free Library on September 16, 2023. Attendees celebrated the diversity of cultures that make up our community with music and special guests. The event recognized the contributions of individuals and organizations that have created a welcoming atmosphere for immigrants in the […]
South Downtown Sanitary Sewer Project (Springfield Avenue Viaduct Closure)
In order to construct a new sanitary sewer through portions of South Downtown Champaign, Stark Excavating will be closing the viaduct on Springfield Avenue between Market Street and Water Street. Water Street and Locust Street will be accessible from westbound Springfield Avenue. Market Street will be accessible from the north, but it will have no […]
Country Fair Drive Lane Closure
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing the northbound right turn lane of Country Fair Drive onto University Avenue. All travel at the intersection will remain open to traffic and normal traffic patterns will be maintained. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26, and is […]
Shooting Investigation – 200-Block of N. Neil Street
Champaign Police were dispatched at 2:24 a.m. on September 24, 2023, to the 200 block of N. Neil Street for a report of a shooting with injuries. On-scene, officers located two subjects with non-life-threatening injuries and immediately rendered medical aid with the assistance of the Champaign Fire Department. They included an 18-year-old female from Fort […]