City of Champaign News


Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (between State Street and Randolph Street)

In order to perform storm sewer lining, Visu Sewer Technologies will be closing one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between State Street and Randolph Street. During this time, eastbound traffic on Bradley Avenue will be merged into a single lane through a short construction work zone. The Randolph Street west turn onto Bradley Avenue will […]


i3 Broadband Fiberoptic Construction Project – Liberty on the Lake

The City of Champaign shares the following information on behalf of i3 Broadband: i3 Broadband will begin installation of fiberoptic utility in the Liberty on the Lake subdivision. The construction process will continue for 6-8 weeks from first seeing utility flags to completing restoration and activating services. I3 Broadband is a licensed utility in the […]


New Episode of Champaign Spotlight Features City Attorney Thomas Yu

The City is thrilled to present the latest addition to our Champaign Spotlight series with a new episode featuring City Attorney Thomas Yu. Join us as he shares insights about his experience in the legal profession and the extraordinary team he leads. Hear some behind-the-scenes stories that shaped our City’s history. Gain valuable perspective on […]


City Uses Yard Signs to Promote Modified SLEEP Enrollment

During Modified SLEEP installations, the City is posting signs in participants’ yards to promote the program. The new signs will lead neighbors to the enrollment form through a convenient QR code. This new method of promotion was implemented in response to neighbors approaching contractors to learn how they could get enrolled. The Modified SLEEP Program […]


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 3809 Slate Drive $350,000 05/18/2023 New Single Family 1005 W Columbia $425,000 05/18/2023 New Duplex 2006 W Bradley $500,000 05/19/2023 Alteration Apartments 2008 […]


Residential Fire – 1117 W. Beardsley Ave.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire outside a single-family home at 1117 W. Beardsley Ave., Wednesday, May 24, at 7:37 p.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire outside the home. Firefighters responded to a report of a fire on the exterior of this single-story residence, called in by an occupant. Once on the […]


Shooting Investigation – 1200 Block of Providence Circle

Champaign Police were dispatched at 10:11 p.m. on May 24, 2023, to the 1200 Block of Providence Circle in Champaign for a report of a Shooting with Injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 28-year-old male victim from Champaign with a potentially life-threatening gunshot wound. Officers and personnel with the Champaign Fire Department immediately rendered aid […]


Shooting Investigation – 900-Block of Newcastle Drive

Champaign Police were dispatched at 11:52 a.m. on May 24, 2023, to the 900 block of Newcastle Drive for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 21-year-old woman from Champaign who reported that she had been the victim of a domestic battery and had shot the other party, a 24-year-old […]


i3 Broadband Fiberoptic Construction Project – Elm/Neil/Ells/Kirby

The City of Champaign shares this information on behalf of i3 Broadband. i3 Broadband will begin installation of fiberoptic utility in an area between Elm and Neil (from west to east) and Ells and Kirby (from north to south). The construction process will continue for 6-8 weeks from first seeing utility flags to completing restoration […]