Crime
3 months ago
Savoy man arrested in ongoing child battery investigation

On Wednesday, members of the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office’s Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant in the 100-block of Sterling Court in Savoy as part of an ongoing investigation into an aggravated battery to a child case.

Crime
3 months ago
15-year-old seriously injured in Danville shooting; police seek public’s help

A 15-year-old juvenile was seriously injured in a shooting late Wednesday night, July 9, 2025, and Danville Police are asking the public for help as they continue their investigation.

Crime
3 months ago
Rantoul man arrested for requesting and distributing child sexual abuse material

Earlier this week, members of the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office’s Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant in the 600 block of Health Drive in Rantoul.

Crime
3 months ago
Driver arrested after fleeing police and stopping at residence on E. North Street in Monticello

On July 9, at approximately 6:38 a.m., a black Ford utility vehicle was observed disobeying a stop sign, prompting officers to initiate a traffic stop. The driver, however, refused to comply and fled the scene.

Crime
3 months ago
Urbana man arrested after allegedly firing gun during road rage, crashing in Urbana

URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – A 65-year-old Urbana man is in custody after allegedly firing […]

Crime
3 months ago
Champaign Police join statewide effort ahead of Speed Awareness Day on July 23

The Champaign Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police and hundreds of agencies across the state in a focused effort to reduce speeding, as Speed Awareness Day approaches on July 23. 

Crime
3 months ago
Officials urge caution as dating app-linked assaults rise in Champaign area

Authorities and advocacy groups are raising concerns following a rise in sexual assaults linked to first-time meetups through dating apps in the Champaign area.

Crime
3 months ago
Danville police investigate aggravated battery with a firearm

30-year-old Danville man is hospitalized in serious condition following a shooting Saturday night, July 5. 

Crime
3 months ago
Second teen dies after Holly Hill Drive shooting; Champaign Police seek public’s help

The Champaign community is mourning the loss of a second teen following a tragic shooting that occurred in the early hours of June 29 on Holly Hill Drive.

Crime
3 months ago
Champaign County cracks down on Speeding in July safety campaign

In an effort to reduce traffic accidents and save lives, the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office has launched a month-long traffic enforcement campaign targeting speeding and reckless driving. The initiative, part of the statewide “Speeding Catches Up with You” campaign, will run from July 8 through July 31.

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