Champaign Police Arrest Man After Knife Attack Injures Three Medical Personnel
Two Champaign Firefighters, Emergency Medical Technician Hospitalized with Stabbing Injuries Champaign Police are investigating a stabbing incident that injured three first responders. At 9:40 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, an individual called 9-1-1 and reported they were experiencing mental health concerns at a location near Neil Street and Buena Vista Drive. First responders, including Champaign […]
City Staff Supports Y on the Fly Back to School Event
On Friday, August 8, the Equity & Engagement Department – Community Safety and Justice Division joined the Champaign Fire Department and Y on the Fly for a Back-to-School Giveaway & End-of-Summer Bash. The HOYCE Center also supported local families by providing free hygiene products, home essentials, clothing, and other daily necessities including backpacks and sunscreen. […]
Tyler Funk Appointed Champaign’s Interim Fire Chief
Today, City Manager Joan Walls announced she has appointed Tyler Funk to serve as the City of Champaign’s Interim Fire Chief starting July 14, 2025. Funk previously worked at the Champaign Fire Department for 26 years, rising to the rank of Deputy Fire Chief before retiring in 2023. “I want to extend my deepest gratitude […]
New Episode of Champaign Spotlight Features Chief Andy Quarnstrom
In the latest episode of Champaign Spotlight, Communications Manager Jeff Hamilton had the privilege of sitting down with our new Fire Chief, Andy Quarnstrom. Chief Quarnstrom shared his remarkable career progression, having held every rank within the Champaign Fire Department, thereby gaining deep insight into the challenges and responsibilities faced by firefighters. During the conversation, Chief Quarnstrom […]
Apartment Fire – 600 Block of Crescent Dr.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment building in the 600 block of Crescent Dr., Tuesday, July 2 at 3:00 a.m. Fire crews worked to extinguish the fire inside this three-story multi-family residence. Firefighters responded to the report from an occupant of a fire at this multi-family residence. Once on the […]
Apartment Fire – 500 Block of E. Columbia Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment building in the 500 block of E. Columbia Ave., Monday, July 1 at 11:36 p.m. Fire crews worked to extinguish the fire inside this eight unit apartment building. Firefighters responded to the report from a passerby of a fire at this multi-family residence. Once […]
Residential Fire – 800 Block of South Mattis Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire in the 800 block of South Mattis Ave., Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 3:42 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke and flames coming the roof of a three-story multifamily apartment building. Crews quickly deployed multiple hose lines inside and outside of the […]
Residential Fire – 1100 Block of North Champaign St.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire in the 1100 block of North Champaign St., Sunday, June 23, 2024, at 6:03 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke and flames coming from a detached garage, car, and rubbish that was behind a residence. Crews quickly deployed multiple hose lines and […]
Champaign Fire and Police Encourage Fireworks Safety this Summer Season
As Independence Day approaches and our community prepares to celebrate July 4th, the City of Champaign reminds residents and visitors that fireworks can be dangerous and to celebrate safely by leaving the fireworks to the experts. More than 19,500 reported fires are started annually by fireworks. Children ages 10–14 had the highest rate of fireworks […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On June 12th, 2024, The Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn Conference Center from 3:30 – 5 pm. Local law enforcement agencies shared information related to recent crime activities and updates regarding upcoming events. The Champaign Urbana Public Health District discussed the Community Health Needs Assessment, which is designed […]