Champaign Fire and Police Encourage Fireworks Safety for Holiday Celebrations
As Independence Day approaches and our community begins 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. In 2021, fireworks sparked more than 12,260 fires and sent 11,500 people to hospital emergency rooms. Twenty-three percent of […]
Watch City Meetings on CGTV or Online
Did you know that you can watch City meetings on CGTV (Comcast, Uverse, i3 Broadband) as well as online? Check out our live stream and on-demand videos at champaignil.gov/cgtv.
Champaign Fire Department to Conduct Training
The Champaign Fire Department will be conducting hands-on training, June 15-17, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the McDonald’s slated to be rebuilt at 1812 N. Neil St. Fire crews will focus on firefighter rescue techniques utilizing theatrical smoke to obscure their vision and create conditions similar to what may be experienced in an […]
Second Street Road Closure (between Green Street and John Street)
In order to install storm sewer at 112 E. John Street, Mayfield Construction will close Second Street between Green Street and John Street. The closure will begin on Thursday, June 15, and will reopen on Friday, June 23, 2023. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed, but access will be maintained to all […]
Arrest Made in Investigation into May 24, 2023, Shooting Investigation
A Champaign woman has been arrested following an investigation into a May 24 shooting incident on 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 […]
Arrests Made in Investigation into June 11, 2023, Fight, Stabbing
Two men have been arrested following an investigation into an early morning fight and stabbing on S. Neil Street. Champaign Police were dispatched at 1:26 a.m. on June 11, 2023, to the 100-block of S. Neil Street for a report of a shooting with injury. On scene, officers found a 21-year-old female victim from Champaign […]
Champaign Police Investigating Two Overnight Shooting Incidents
Champaign Police are seeking community assistance in the investigation of two shooting incidents that took place in the early hours of June 11, 2023. At this time, there is no evidence to indicate that there is any relationship between these incidents. Shooting/Stabbing Investigation – 100 Block of S. Neil Street Champaign Police were dispatched at […]
NSD Hosts Game Night at Hedge POP! Park
On Thursday June 9th, the Neighborhood Services Department hosted a Game Night event at Hedge POP! Park from 5-7pm. City staff from NSD, Champaign Police, and Equity and Engagement Departments were on hand to engage with Garden Hills youth at the park. These events are held each Thursday at a different park throughout the city. […]
CPD Employee Awards Ceremony Video
The Communications Division recorded the May 17, 2023, Police Department Employee Awards Ceremony to capture all the wonderful moments of recognition and celebration. Whether you were unable to attend the event in person, were on shift, or simply want to watch it again, we’ve got you covered! The entire ceremony is now replaying on CGTV […]
Champaign Police Join Community for Coffee with a Cop
Champaign Police held their second Coffee with a Cop event of 2023 on June 6 at Starbucks on South Neil Street. Coffee with a Cop is a national program that creates a low barrier opportunity for police and community members to gather for conversation. Staff members spent two hours at Starbucks chatting, waving at cars […]