Community
10 months ago
Danville Police finds loaded firearm on convicted felon

If anyone has information to provide about this incident please contact the Danville Police Department at 217-431-2250 or Vermilion County Crimestoppers online at vccrimestoppers.org, by using the mobile app., P3TIPS, or by calling anonymously at 217-446-TIPS (8477).

Community
10 months ago
Illinois State Police investigates 18-year-old shooting in McLean County

This investigation is open and ongoing. ​ ISP is currently processing evidence and conducting interviews. ​ ISP will continue to submit evidence and facts for review to the McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office. ​ No additional information is available at this time.

Crime
10 months ago
Governor J.B. Prizker announces 8.3% drop in 2023 drug overdose deaths

Callers are connected to ongoing treatment with a community provider that best meets their needs.  To connect with a MAR NOW care manager, visit the Illinois Helpline online at https://helplineil.org, call 833-234-6343, or text “HELP” to 833234.

Community
10 months ago
Urbana Police recover modified firearm from 18-year-old domestic violence suspect

Urbana officers responded to a report of domestic battery on Sunday, March 2. The victim was discovered with several visible injuries. Upon investigation, the victim provided a video of the 18-year-old suspect brandishing a modded rifle. Further investigation led officers to recover the illegally modified firearm. The suspect was then located, interviewed, and taken into custody on multiple charges.

Crime
10 months ago
FATAL ACCIDENT UPDATE: Coroner releases victim’s name

Champaign County Coroner Laurie Brauer has identified the man who died after being struck by a motor vehicle on March 4 in Champaign. James McCammon, 58, was pronounced dead at 6:26 p.m. in the Carle Foundation Hospital Emergency Department in Urbana. 

Crime
10 months ago
Fatal hit-and-run traffic accident on North Market Street; driver arrested

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that […]

Crime
10 months ago
Mahomet man cited for Scott’s Law violation after hitting stopped squad car

A Mahomet man was cited for a Scott’s Law violation after Illinois State Police said he struck a stopped squad car on March 1 near Chebanse. The incident occurred when a State Police trooper responded to debris in the road on I-57 at approximately 2 p.m. The trooper parked in the right lane with emergency lights flashing and was removing the debris when the Lincoln SUV driven by 66-year-old Harold McComb of Mahomet hit the squad car from behind.

Community
10 months ago
Crime Stoppers needs assistance in motor vehicle burglary on East John Street

On February 11 at 3:49 p.m., a woman entered multiple parked cars at the 400 block of East John Street in Champaign. It was discovered that several items in one vehicle were moved around and a glove box was opened. It is unknown if anything was stolen. The woman was described wearing a teal jacket with a hood, blue jeans, white/tan shoes, and carrying a green bag.

Crime
10 months ago
Teenager sentenced to over 50 years for Urbana Lyft murder

19-year-old Tyjohn Williams was sentenced to over five decades in prison on Monday after being convicted of the 2022 murder of Lyft driver Kristian Philpotts. Williams was found guilty of four counts of first-degree murder following a bench trial in November.

Community
11 months ago
Champaign County Sheriff apprehend murder suspect in Springfield

This is an active and ongoing investigation. The Champaign County Sheriff’s Office asks that anyone who has additional information please call the Criminal Investigations Division at 217-384-1213. Arrangements can be made for information to be shared privately.

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