University Avenue Lane Closure (between Walnut Street and Market Street)
In order to remove and replace City sidewalk at 17 E. University Avenue, County Asphalt will close one eastbound lane of University Avenue between Walnut Street and Market Street. The closure will occur between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., starting on Monday, June 16, and ending on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, weather […]
Stop Signs to be Deployed at 1909 W. Springfield Intersection
In order to perform traffic signal maintenance, IDOT will be working at the intersection of Springfield Avenue and Round Barn Center Entrance (1909 W. Springfield Avenue) and will temporarily shut off power to the intersection while work is performed. The City’s Traffic and Lighting section will deploy stop signs and have staff on site at […]
Shooting Investigation – 200 Block of Burr Oak Court
Champaign Police were dispatched to the 200 block of Burr Oak Court at 10:19 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, following reports of a shooting with injuries in the area. On-scene, officers quickly located a 13-year-old teenager with life-threatening gunshot wounds and immediately began to render medical aid. The teen was transported to an area hospital […]
Shooting Investigation – 1400 Block of Clock Street
Champaign Police were dispatched to the area near Giboney Street and Tower Street at 10:38 p.m. on June 7, 2025, following a report of shots fired nearby. As officers worked to locate the source of the reports, at 10:48 p.m., a 21-year-old Champaign man walked into an area hospital with gunshot wounds to the arm […]
Timberline Valley South HOA Holds Neighborhood Clean-Up
The Timberline Valley South HOA hosted a neighborhood clean-up event on May 31, 2025. 34 neighbors participated, dropping off mattresses, box springs, and other bulk items for disposal. The event was well planned and organized. Group leaders rented a dumpster and neighbors were asked to sign up prior to the event start. The HOA partnered […]
Mittendorf Neighborhood Association Light Installation
On June 2, 2025, the Mittendorf Neighborhood Association held a small block party to celebrate the installation of solar powered yard lights. The lights were purchased using neighborhood small grant funds. Group leaders spoke with Public Works Engineering staff to discuss placement of the lights in the parkway to help deter vehicle break-ins. Neighborhood volunteers […]
Holiday Park Neighborhood Association Holds Neighborhood Group Meeting
On May 31, 2025, the Holiday Park Neighborhood Association held a neighborhood group meeting at Leonhard Recreation Center. Councilmember Shauna Clayborn was invited to share her vision and hear neighbor concerns as the newly elected District 3 representative. Attendees also discussed responses to a neighborhood survey that polled potential engagement projects for the group to […]
June 10, 2025 Special Regular Council Meeting and Post Council Study Session
The City Council agenda for the June 10, 2025 Special Regular Council Meeting and Post Council Study Session 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 […]
Community Relations Manager Attends Welcoming Interactive Conference
From May 20-22, 2025, Community Relations Manager Janel Gomez (Equity and Engagement) attended the 2025 Welcoming Interactive in Detroit. This biennial conference brought together more than 1,000 community leaders, policymakers, and advocates to share best practices and innovative strategies for immigrant inclusion and community building. The event featured workshops, panel discussions, and keynote addresses focusing […]
Champaign Farmers Market is on the Move!
On Tuesday, June 10, the Champaign Farmers Market is moving to its former location at the southern end of the parking lot at the corner of Neil and Washington adjacent to the newly completed Downtown Plaza! The Champaign Farmers Market, hosted by The Land Connection, will be held every Tuesday through October 28 from 3 […]