City of Champaign News

June 15, 2021 Regular Council Meeting

The City Council agenda for the June 15, 2021 Regular Council Meeting is now available through the link below. This meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers of the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and participation is welcome and encouraged. […]


Shooting Investigation – 1200 block of West Bradley Avenue

On June 10, 2021, at approximately 9:56 p.m., a victim suffering from gunshot wounds to his back and lower extremities arrived by personal transport at Champaign Fire Department’s Station 3, 702 West Bradley Avenue. Champaign Police Officers responded and learned the 35-year-old Champaign man had been shot while at a residence in the 1200 block […]


Arrest Made in May 28, 2021, Shooting Investigation

On May 28, 2021, at approximately 1:07 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1300 block of Sunset Drive for reports of shots fired.  Upon arrival, officers located thirteen spent casings in the roadway and damage to one residence in the 1400 block of Sunset Drive.  No other damage or injuries were reported. As the investigation […]


Downtown Champaign Parking Lots to Close at 9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday Nights

Community Reminded of Rules Regarding Use of City Parking Lots and Open Containers As the State of Illinois moves into Phase 5 of the Restore Illinois Plan, the City of Champaign anticipates welcoming more people to Downtown Champaign. The City wants all Downtown visitors to have an enjoyable experience, but to do so in a […]


Shooting Investigation – 900 block of West Bradley Avenue

On June 8, 2021, at approximately 10:01 p.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to the 900 block of West Bradley Avenue for a report of gunshots heard in the area.  While en route to the call, officers were advised a victim suffering from gunshot injuries arrived by personal vehicle at Champaign Fire Department’s Station 3, 702 […]


Homicide Investigation- 500 Block East Beardsley Avenue

On June 5, 2021, at approximately 5:45 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the area of Fifth Street and Beardsley Avenue for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 17-year-old male seated in a vehicle. Officers learned the victim had sustained life-threatening injuries during this event and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. […]


Shooting Investigation – 30 block of East Main Street

On June 5, 2021, at approximately 2:28 a.m., Champaign Police were in the vicinity of the 30 block of East Main Street when officers heard a series of gun shots. Officers proceeded to the south alley of the 30 block of East Main Street and located a 20-year-old male suffering from three non-life-threatening gunshot wounds […]


Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between First Street and Fourth Street)

In order to remove and replace driveway approach at State Farm Center, Champaign Asphalt will close one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between First Street and Fourth Street. The closure will begin on Monday, June 7 and will reopen on Monday, June 14, 2021, weather permitting. Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in […]


June 8, 2021 Regular Study Session

The City Council agenda for the June 8, 2021 Regular Study Session is now available through the link below. This meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers of the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and participation is welcome and encouraged. […]


Rain Barrel and Composter Sale

The cities of Champaign and Urbana are sponsoring a rain barrel and composter sale. Residents of Champaign County can now order rain barrels and composters for a cost of $55 each, which includes delivery. Persons who pay the Champaign Stormwater Utility Fee can purchase barrels at $26 (includes $29 subsidy) for unlimited barrels. You will […]