CGTV Televises “Black Queens Rock: Unapologetically Black” Event
On February 3, 2020, Communications Division staff recorded the “Black Queens Rock: Unapologetically Black” speaking event held at Parkland College. The event was hosted by the Queens Group of Parkland College to empower and celebrate black women. It kicked off Parkland College’s month of events titled, “The Black Experience” to celebrate Black History Month. Keynote […]
Suspect Identified, Warrant Issued in Jan. 22 Shooting Investigation
On Jan. 22, 2020, at approximately 10:43 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 100 block of Kenwood Road following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 25-year-old female with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to a lower extremity. The victim was transported to an area hospital and has since been released. As the investigation […]
February 11, 2020 Regular Study Session
The City Council agenda for the February 11, 2020 Regular Study Session is now available online. 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. Click here to […]
Celebrate Black History Month!
Be sure to stop by the City Building atrium to check out the City’s display highlighting trailblazing African Americans in our nation’s history. Black History Month stickers are located right next to the display and are available for employees and visitors to show their support. City staff are also invited to participate in the Black […]
City of Champaign Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
CHAMPAIGN – The City of Champaign is proud to announce that for the 30th consecutive year it was awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). The most recent award is for the City’s Fiscal Year 2019/20 Annual Budget. This award demonstrates that the […]
Special Event Closures (Chester Street between Neil and Walnut | Park Avenue west of Randolph to Neil)
The City of Champaign issued a permit for a special event to be held in Champaign for the One Winter Night event from February 7 to February 8, 2020. Due to this special event, Park Avenue west of Randolph Street to Neil Street will be closed at Noon on Friday, February 7, and Chester Street […]
United Way of Champaign County Recognizes “Difference Maker”
Congratulations to the City’s own Tracy Parsons, who was recognized as a “Difference Maker” by the United Way of Champaign County during their annual meeting on February 4, 2020, at the I Hotel. Tracy serves as one of the City’s Community Relations Managers and facilitates the work of the Champaign County Community Coalition – Walk […]
Arrest Made in March 2018 Homicide Investigation
On March 23, 2018, at approximately 12:09 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the 100 block of Apricot Drive for a report of gunshots being heard. Upon arrival, officers located 18-year-old Ricky Green of Urbana, who suffered a life-threatening gunshot wound. On-scene medical care was immediately provided, and the victim was transported to an area hospital, […]
Police Investigating Overnight Homicide, Arrest Warrant Issued
On Feb. 3, 2020, at approximately 2:49 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1300 block of Mariner Way for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive 33-year-old male inside a vehicle suffering from a single, life-threatening gunshot wound to the abdomen. The victim was transported to a local hospital and rushed into surgery […]
Windsor Road and Prospect Avenue Lane Closures
In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, Hoerr Construction, Inc. will close the following: • A single lane on the south side of eastbound traffic on Windsor Road west of Prospect Avenue • A single lane on the north side of westbound traffic on Windsor Road east of Prospect Avenue • A single […]