City Of Champaign Hosting Online Auction For 2010 Ford Explorer

The City of Champaign is selling a 2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4 x 4 vehicle via online auction. Bids will be accepted through Dec. 30.

Town Center Boulevard Lane Closed Between Moreland Blvd. And Prospect Ave.

Work on storm sewer repairs is expected to be completed Friday.

Champaign Police Lieutenant Bruce Ramseyer To Retire

Ramseyer’s last day will be Friday after 25 years of service.

Local Union Member Organizes Drive To Help Homeless

Water bottles, socks, toiletries sought for Champaign County’s neediest

Champaign Police Wrap Up Community Relations Study Circles

"ECHO and CPD staff want to express appreciation to our facilitators in our efforts to improve police-community relations in the Champaign."

City Of Champaign Holiday Tree Collection Set For Jan. 11

This free collection program is available to all residential properties within the City’s corporate limits.

City Staffer Attends New American Dreams National Immigrant Integration Conference

Attendees heard from special guest Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and discussed how communities can lift minority voices.

Champaign Fire Department Investigation Sangamon Drive Apartment Fire

There were no firefighter or occupant injuries reported in the Dec. 6 incident.

Campus Signals To Change To Four-Way Stops Over Break

Several campus traffic signals will be adjusted to act as a four-way stop by continuously flashing red.

City Opens Invitation To Bid On Reconstruction Of St. Mary’s Road

The work of this contract consists of pavement removal, subgrade modifications for new roadway construction and more.

City Gives Employee Awards At Service Recognition Ceremony

This year’s ceremony was conducted virtually.

Statewide Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigations Go Into Effect Friday

The City shares guidelines from the state to stop the rapid spread of COVID-19.

City Of Champaign: Election Petition Filing

Petitions can be filed beginning Nov. 16.

Champaign Police, Officer McElwee Earn PETA Award

Officer McElwee rescued a kitten trapped in a storm drain last month.

Residential Electronics Collection Event A Success, Spring Event Planned For April

The fall Residential Electronics Collection Event was held in early October at Parkland College.

Chief Of Police Anthony Cobb Appointed To The Illinois Law Enforcement Training And Standards Board

Chief Cobb is slated to serve as a member on the board until August 2023.

City Of Champaign Announces Dates For Police-Community Virtual Study Circles

The City invites the public to engage in more in-depth discussions about the future of policing in Champaign.

No City Council Meeting Scheduled For Nov. 3

The Council Meeting will not take place on Election Day.

Hill Street Road To Close Between Prospect Avenue And Lynn Street

The area will close Nov. 2 and is expected to last the week.

Fire Department Issues Building Permits

The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued a permit for a Burlington retail store.

Police Investigating Louisiana Avenue Shooting

Two victims were walking westbound in the 400 block of Louisiana Avenue when they were approached by a moving vehicle and fired upon.

Queens Way Pavement Repairs Begin

The closure between Roland Drive and Campbell Drive is expected to last five days, weather permitting.

Champaign Firefighters Receive The Office Of The Illinois State Fire Marshal Unit Citation Award

The Unit Citation Award is given for an act of service in the line of duty, demonstrating excellence, teamwork and professionalism.

Champaign Police Investigating Armed Robbery

The robbery occurred late Tuesday at a Green Street CVS.

Champaign Fire Department Adapts During Fire Prevention Week

The department's Prevention Team delivered fire safety educational materials to more than 1,700 children despite pandemic challenges.

City Of Champaign Seeking Public Input On Comprehensive Plan Update

"The Comprehensive Plan reflects the community’s vision for how Champaign should grow and develop over the next 20 years."

City Staff Participate In Virtual Career Fairs

The City is looking for new methods to connect with and recruit current students and recent graduates during the pandemic.

City Firefighter Recruitment Continues

More than 200 applications were submitted by the October deadline.

Police Listening Sessions Underway

Three Virtual Community Listening Sessions will gather input on their vision for the future of public safety in Champaign.

Arrest Made In February Homicide Investigation

D’Andre Miller, 33, of Champaign was arrested for his alleged involvement in a Feb. 3 homicide.

City Announces 2020 Recipients Of The Immigrant Welcome Awards

All award recipients were honored during the Immigrant Welcome Awards Ceremony and Celebration in September.

University Avenue Lane Closed Between Third And Second Streets

The closure will occur Oct. 9 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Chalmers Street Road Closed Between Third And Fourth Streets

The closure will occur Oct. 9 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Police Investigating Shooting At Hickory Street And Bellefontaine Street

One man was injured and transported to a hospital late Saturday.

Champaign, Urbana Mayors Announce Hours For Halloween Trick-Or Treat

Social distancing and proper masks are encouraged to promote COVID-19 safety.

Invitation To Bid – Purchase Of 1 Dump Truck For Champaign Public Works Department

The City of Champaign is accepting bids for the purchase of one dump truck for the Public Works Department.

Harvard Street Road Closed Between Prospect And Willis Avenues

Repair work will begin on Thursday, with the closure expected to last four days.

Blackthorn Drive Road Closed Between Clover Lane And Winchester Drive

Repair work will begin Sept. 24 with the closure expected to last four days, weather permitting.

Arrest Made In Kenwood Road Shooting Investigation

Champaign Police arrested Ketone Lavell Bryant for his alleged involvement in the Sept. 7 incident.

Streetlight Out Temporarily Along Vine Street Between Prospect Avenue And Neil Street

The circuit controller is being repaired and the streetlights will be restored as soon as possible.