Champaign Police and Fire Departments Join Area First Responders to Host Camp Fury
From Monday, July 21 through Thursday, July 24, women from police and fire agencies throughout Champaign County hosted the third annual Camp Fury, a program coordinated by Girl Scouts of Central Illinois. Camp Fury is a high-adventure, hands-on experience that immerses young women in the world of fire and police services. It is designed to […]
City Staff Engage with Students at Booker T. Washington
On December 6, 2024, staff members from various City departments— including Neighborhood Services, Finance, Equity and Engagement, Police, Fire, Public Works, and Internet Technologies—furthered their engagement efforts by visiting Booker T. Washington Elementary School to read to students. This initiative focuses on promoting a positive outlook on reading and continued education while fostering meaningful relationships […]
City Holds 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
On September 11, 2024, the Champaign Fire and Police Departments came together for a solemn ceremony to honor the lives lost in the tragic events of 9/11. The event, held at West Side Park, featured reflections, the ringing of the bell, and the lowering of the flag in honor of the victims, first responders, and […]
The Beat
The City is thrilled to announce the launch of the downtown entertainment district’s official logo “The Beat.” Unveiled at a Council study session on May 7, 2024, the Beat encompasses all of the downtown entertainment district. Boasting a wide variety of entertainers and programs for the community to enjoy, The Beat will allow community members […]
Community Engagement Fun at Touch-A-Truck Event at Centennial Park
On May 11, 2022, the City’s Police, Fire, and Public Works Departments participated in the Champaign Park District’s Touch-A-Truck event at Centennial Park. The four-hour event gave kids and parents an opportunity to get up close and personal with several unique vehicles from the City’s fleet, including a squad car, SWAT truck, crime scene van, […]
Apartment Fire – 1512 W. Healey St.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a laundry room at 1512 W. Healey St., Sunday, March 20, 2022, at 9:22 a.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in this five unit apartment building. Firefighters responded to a report from a neighbor of a fire in this one-story apartment building. Once on the […]
Apartment Fire – 1168 Pomona Dr.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in an apartment at 1168 Pomona Dr. on November 12, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in this multi-family home. Firefighters responded to a report of a fire in a kitchen at this two-story apartment building, called in by the occupant. Once on […]
Residential Fire – 1712 Paula Dr.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire inside a home at 1712 Paula Dr., Sunday, February 28 at 4:12 p.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in this single-family residence. Firefighters responded to a report from a passerby of smoke coming from this single-story home. Once on the scene, firefighters reported smoke coming from […]
Residential Fire – 2204 Brookhaven Dr.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a home at 2204 Brookhaven Dr., Friday, May 8, 2020, at 6:34 a.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in the single-family residence. Firefighters responded to a report from a neighbor of smoke and fire coming from the garage of the single-story home. Once on the […]
Residential Fire – 513 Alabama Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a home at 513 Alabama Ave., Wednesday, April 22, 2020, at 9:20 a.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in the single-family residence. Firefighters responded to a report from a passerby of smoke coming from the single-story home. Once on the scene, fire crews reported smoke […]