Arrest Made In Hickory Street Shooting Investigation

Champaign Police arrested Gofart Whitley, 66, of Champaign, for his alleged involvement in the shooting of a 73-year-old male on June 24.

Sixth And John Street Intersection Closure Begins Monday

In order to complete a sanitary sewer main install, Duce Construction and JH Findorff will close the intersection July 6-24.

City 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 through Tuesday.

Walnut Street Road Closure Begins Monday

In order to construct new sanitary sewer on Walnut Street, Duce Construction will be closing Walnut Street between Beardsley and Bradley.

Champaign Fire And Police Encourage Safe And Lawful Fireworks Celebrations

"Fireworks can be dangerous; celebrate safely by leaving the fireworks to the experts."

Arrest Made In West White Street Shooting Investigation

Champaign Police arrested Carlos Jones without incident for his alleged involvement in the shooting of two 16-year-old males June 23.

Mattis Avenue Lane Closures Extended Through Friday

In order to access and connect to a gas main, Ameren Illinois will be closing two southbound lanes of Mattis Avenue between Green and John.

Neighborhood Group Update Form Now Available Online

Organized neighborhood groups registered with the City can now complete and submit their required annual update form online.

Walnut Street Road Closure Begins Friday Between Beardsley And Bradley

The partial closure will reopen on Wednesday, July 1, weather permitting.

No Champaign City Council Meeting Scheduled For June 30

There is no City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday.

Champaign Firefighter Tests Positive For Covid-19

The employee is currently recovering at home in isolation. To protect privacy, the employee’s identity will not be released.

Mattis Avenue Lane Closures To End Thursday

In order to access and connect to a gas main, Ameren Illinois will be closing two southbound lanes of Mattis Avenue.

Champaign Police Investigating Phillips Drive Shooting

On June 22 at 4:03 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the area of Phillips Drive and Nelson Court for a reported shooting.

Sixth Street Road To Close Between Green And John Streets

In order to install new building signage at 708 S. Sixth Street, 4MC Corp will close Sixth Street between Green Street and John Street.

Champaign City Council To Meet Virtually June 23

The meeting will be telecast live on CGTV and live streamed on the City’s website.

Champaign Issues Invitation To Bid For Demolition Of 605 E Columbia

The City of Champaign is accepting bids for the demolition of the property located at 605 E Columbia.

Firefighter’s Pension Board Accepting Bids For investment Advisor Services

Bid documents can be requested on the City website.

Bristol Place Construction '99 Percent' Complete

Bristol Place features 90 units: 64 single-family homes, 26 town homes and a community building.

Champaign Announces Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant

The City announced the Small Business Incentive Program COVID-19 Relief Grant June 18.

Garden Hills Drainage Improvement Project Bid Opening

In March 2020 the City issued seven bid packets for the Garden Hills Drainage Improvement Project.

Code Compliance Division Resumes Additional Code Inspections

The Code Compliance Division has added additional inspections types beginning June 15.

Daniel Street Road Between First And Third Streets To Close Through August

As part of the City’s 2020 Concrete Street Improvements Project, the pavement on Daniel Street will be reconstructed.

City Auctions 1997 Ford Shuttle Bus Online

The City of Champaign is selling a 1997 Ford E-Series Cutaway Shuttle Bus via online auction.

Champaign Auctioning Ford Explorer Online

The City of Champaign is selling a 2015 Ford Explorer XLT 4 x 4 vehicle via online auction.

Mattis Avenue Lane To Close June 22 Between Green And John Streets

Ameren Illinois will be closing two southbound lanes of Mattis Avenue between Green Street and John Street June 22.

Champaign Police Investigating Two Weekend Shootings

"Crime Stoppers will pay a reward of $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for this crime."

Neil Street And Columbia Avenue Lane Closures Begin June 17

Work is scheduled from Wednesday to Friday; expect minor traffic delays.

Champaign Parking Payments To Resume July 1

The City of Champaign will again require payments to park at City parking meters and lots.

Champaign Publishes City Council Meeting Agenda For June 16

The agenda for the June 16 Regular Council Meeting is now available through the city website.

Duncan Road To Close Between Kirby And William Streets Next Week

In order to adjust manhole lids, Cross Construction will close one lane of Duncan Road between Kirby Avenue and William Street June 15-16.

Church Street Lane To Close Friday Between State And Randolph Streets

Comet Neon will close the eastbound lane of Church Street between State Street and Randolph Street all day June 12.

City Establishes Downtown 'Picnic Park' Program

Three picnic parks opened downtown to help businesses offering carryout.

Sixth Street Road Closure Begins Friday Between Green And John Streets

Core Spaces and JH Findorff will close Sixth Street in order to facilitate construction at 708 S. Sixth Street until Sunday, June 14.

Champaign Creates Website To Answer Questions On Community Policing

The page is "a central location to make detailed information readily accessible to the public about the department’s policing practices."

New City Order Allows Alcohol Carryout, Delivery

Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen issued Emergency Order 20-19 which allows for the carryout and delivery of pre-mixed alcoholic drinks.

Burglary Arrest Made In Connection To Marketplace Mall Lootings

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information about the lootings is asked to contact police.

City Requests Proposals For Entry-Level Firefighter Eligibility Testing Services

The City of Champaign is accepting proposals from qualified consulting firms with experience in entry-level firefighter testing.

Warrant Issued In May 26 Shooting Investigation

Crime Stoppers will pay a reward of $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for this crime.

City Produces New Episodes Of The Mayor Feinen Podcast

Mayor Feinen has been busing using The Mayor Feinen Podcast as a platform to talk with community leaders about the effect of COVID-19.

Champaign Issues Emergency Order On Outdoor Dining At Local Bars And Restaurants

The order "implements a three-pronged plan to support local bars and restaurants planning to provide outdoor dining options to customers."