Police Continuous Recruitment Testing Process – Oral Interviews
On July 30, 2020, the Champaign Police Department (CPD) partnered with the Human Resources Department (HR) to conduct the second recruitment cycle of the Police Continuous Recruitment process. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of staff and candidates is paramount during public safety recruitment testing. Working together, HR and the National Testing Network/Ergometics […]
City of Champaign Creates Web Page to Respond to Questions About Community Policing
As community demonstrations locally and across the nation in response to the senseless death of George Floyd shine a light on the need for continued discussions about race and community policing, the City of Champaign has received numerous inquiries from the public about the policies, accountability, and training requirements of the Champaign Police Department. The […]
Champaign Connection Episode 59 Airing Now Through November
Champaign Connection Episode 59 Airing Now Through November On this episode of Champaign Connection, it’s that time of year again! The fall yard waste collection season is upon us. Learn what to do with your fall yard waste and when Public Works will be in your neighborhood for pickup. Learn what to do with your […]
Country Brook Summer Block Party
Country Brook Summer Block Party Representatives from the City Manager’s Office, Police and Neighborhood Services Departments assisted at the Champaign Park District’s Summer Block Party at Country Brook Apartments on Thursday, May 25. The Park District is hosting a series of block parties in partnership with the City in various neighborhoods throughout Champaign. The Country […]
“Point In Time” Homeless Survey Training
“Point In Time” Homeless Survey Training Each year, the City of Champaign helps host the “Point In Time” Homeless Survey Training, with the Champaign Police Department serving as survey headquarters during the evening homeless count. On behalf of the local Continuum of Care, Courage Connection identified a team of new leaders that will coordinate the […]
Police Continue to Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting
PRESS CONFERENCE August 6, 2015 On August 6, 2015 a multi-jurisdictional press conference was held to share additional information with the public regarding the series of events that led to the officer-involved shooting on August 4, 2015 in Rantoul. A recording of that press conference may be viewed HERE *********************************************************************************************************************************************** PRESS RELEASE August 5, 2015 […]
Champaign Police Announce Arrest of Murder Suspect
Contact: Lt. Dave Shaffer 217-403-7030 [email protected] Champaign Police Announce Arrest of Murder Suspect On Tuesday July 28, 2015, at approximately 7:11 PM, the Champaign Police Department arrested 21-year-old Brandon L. Collier of Champaign, in connection with the […]
Champaign Police Department to Participate in Illinois Rail Safety Week
To promote rail safety awareness and education, the Champaign Police Department will be participating in Illinois Rail Safety Week from September 14-20, 2014. Enforcement details are planned throughout the week at various railroad grade crossings in Champaign to cite both drivers and pedestrians who disobey the laws associated with railroad grade crossings and railroad property. In addition, […]
Champaign Police Department Releases Labor Day Enforcement Crackdown Numbers
Officers from the Champaign Police Department issued several citations during the recent Labor Day traffic enforcement campaign. Officers issued citations for: Unlawful Cell Phone Use: Seven (7) citations Seat Belt Violations: Six (6) citations Improper Lane Usage: One (1) citation Disobeyed Traffic Signal: One (1) citation No Valid Driver’s License: One (1) citation Law enforcement […]
Community Resource and Spring Fling Fair at Garden Hills
Neighborhood Services Department, in partnership with the Champaign Unit 4 Schools’ Title 1 Program, Community Matters, the United Garden Hills Neighborhood Association, and the Champaign Police Department entertained and educated approximately 500 patrons on Monday May 19th at the Community Resource and Spring Fling Fair held at Garden Hills Elementary School. Outside, 60 children participated […]