Kirby Avenue – Eastbound Road Closure between Fourth Street and Goodwin Avenue
In order to complete tree removal, the University of Illinois will close all eastbound lanes of Kirby Avenue between Fourth Street and Goodwin Avenue. The closure will occur on Monday, August 18, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., weather permitting. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be detoured in the area. […]
Mattis Avenue Lane Closure (between Sumac Drive and Windsor Road)
In order to complete sanitary sewer lining for Urbana Champaign Sanitary District, Hoerr Construction will close one northbound lane of Mattis Avenue between Sumac Drive and Windsor Road. The closure will occur on Friday, August 15, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., weather permitting. During the closure, northbound traffic will be […]
Champaign Police Investigating Fatal Traffic Crash – Neil Street & Marketview Drive
Champaign Police were dispatched to the intersection of Neil Street and Marketview Drive at 9:53 p.m. on August 11, 2025, following a report of a traffic crash. On scene, officers learned that a vehicle had struck a pedestrian riding a kick scooter in the roadway, and the pedestrian was seriously injured. Officers rendered medical aid […]
Welcoming Plan: Cities of Practices
Equity and Engagement Community Relations Manager Janel Gomez facilitated the recent bi-monthly meeting of the Champaign County Welcoming Plan (CCWP). The meeting was also attended by Thomas Yu, City Attorney, and Lieutenant Brian Maloney, representing local law enforcement. Welcoming Plan partners convene regularly to advance the goals of the CCWP and to foster meaningful dialogue […]
City Staff Support Country Brook Event
On August 8, representatives from the Equity and Engagement Department and the Champaign Police Department attended an event to support the New Beginnings organization at a community event for the families of Country Brook. The event provided clothing, school supplies, and meals to those in need. It served as a valuable opportunity to connect directly […]
Bradley Avenue Improvements Project – Revised Starting Date
The pavement on Bradley Avenue from Alpine Drive to Duncan Road is being reconstructed. Stark Excavating is the City’s contractor. Beginning Wednesday, August 13, 2025, Bradley Avenue will be closed between Duncan Road and Alpine Drive. Alpine Drive will also be closed at Bradley Avenue. Bradley Avenue will remain open from Duncan Road to the […]
Residential Fire – 400 Block W Eureka St.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a single-family home in the 400 block of W. Eureka St., August 10, 2025, at 3:54 a.m. Fire crews were able to keep the fire from extending to adjacent homes. Firefighters responded to a report from a neighbor of a fire in this single-story home. Once […]
Temporary Lane Closure – 1010 N Neil Street
In order to complete sanitary sewer repair at 1010 N Neil, ECI Underground Solutions will close one northbound lane of Neil Street between Eureka Street and Beardsley Avenue. The closure will begin on Monday, August 11, 2025 and will reopen on Monday, August 18, 2025, weather permitting. During the closure, northbound traffic will be reduced […]
Neighborhood Groups Use Small Grants for National Night Out Events
Several registered neighborhood groups hosted National Night Out celebrations throughout Champaign. The United Garden Hills Neighborhood Association held their celebration in Garden Hills Park. The super-hero themed event included food, and games. The Ridgewood South Neighborhood Association held their event in Johnston Park. Neighbors enjoyed games, food, and fellowship. Finally, the Timberline Valley South HOA […]
Ashland Park HOA Hosts Annual Block Party and Resource Vendor Fair
On August 2, 2025, the Ashland Park HOA hosted their annual block party and resource vendor fair. Neighbors were treated to BBQ, music, and a bounce house while they visited different vendors and community resource providers. Neighborhood volunteers logged a whopping 181 hours in planning and implementing the event. Ashland Park’s Event Planning Committee is […]