City of Champaign
Recent News About City of Champaign
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Champaign auctions city-owned Ford Ranger online until January 31
The City of Champaign has announced the sale of a 2009 Ford Ranger XL SuperCab 2WD through an online auction.
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Champaign officials present at University of Illinois environmental program
On January 17, 2025, Council Member Kathy Shannon and Communications Manager Jeff Hamilton participated in the Environmental Leadership Program at the University of Illinois.
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Grant program offers support for small business infrastructure development
On January 17, 2025, Mikal Washington from the Equity and Engagement Department participated in an informational meeting about the Small Business and Infrastructure Grant Program.
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Community gathers to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with awards ceremony
The community gathered on January 19, 2025, to celebrate the annual Countywide Celebration honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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E&E Community Safety team conducts outreach after gun violence incident
On January 17, 2025, the Equity and Engagement Community Safety and Justice staff conducted a neighborhood canvassing at 800 Crescent Drive following a gun violence incident.
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Champaign Fire Department plans ice rescue training session
The Champaign Fire Department is set to conduct surface ice rescue technician training on January 24th and 25th, 2025.
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Champaign considers new business incubator following Springfield tour
On January 21, 2025, Mikal Washington, a Community Relations Specialist with the Equity and Engagement Department, facilitated a follow-up meeting involving The Springfield Project, H3, First Followers, and Business Elevator.
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Wright Street lane closure planned for material delivery at Everitt Lab
AGAE Contractors will implement a lane closure on Wright Street between Healey Street and Green Street to facilitate material delivery at Everitt Lab, located at 1406 W. Green Street in Urbana.
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City of Champaign Plan Commission met Jan. 15
City of Champaign Plan Commission met Wednesday, Jan. 15
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City of Champaign Library Board of Trustees met Jan. 15
City of Champaign Library Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Jan. 15
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Illinois TRUST Act discussed by city staff and immigrant service providers
On January 15, city staff from the Police, Legal, and Equity & Engagement Departments met with the New American Welcome Center to discuss the Illinois TRUST Act.
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Champaign City Council invites public participation at upcoming January meeting
The agenda for the City Council meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, is now accessible.
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Champaign County Community Coalition discusses local initiatives at monthly meeting
The Champaign County Community Coalition convened for its monthly meeting on January 8, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Conference Center.
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Police cadets receive guidance on community relations at training institute
On January 8, 2025, Tracy Parsons, Community Relations Manager for the Equity and Engagement Department, spoke to incoming cadets at the Police Training Institute.
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Champaign Police hire diverse recruits and seize firearms amid increased calls
In 2024, the Champaign Police Department focused on hiring new personnel and enhancing officer training to promote public safety.
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City of Champaign Plan Commission met Dec. 18
City of Champaign Plan Commission met Wednesday, Dec. 18
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City of Champaign City Council met Dec. 17
City of Champaign City Council met Tuesday, Dec. 17
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Champaign offers Ford Interceptor Sedan in online auction
The City of Champaign has announced the sale of a 2017 Ford Interceptor Sedan AWD through an online auction.
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Champaign Fire Department responds swiftly to Market Place Shopping Center blaze
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at the Market Place Shopping Center, located at 2000 N. Neil St., on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 11:39 a.m. The fire crews managed to extinguish the small fire promptly.
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Sidewalk snow removal mandate issued after snowfall in Champaign
The Public Works Director has announced the activation of the sidewalk snow and ice removal ordinance for the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas.