The informationwas valid at the time it was posted but may be subject to change without notice. Decatur, IL (62521) Today. Shortly after taking the report, the officer found the vehicle parked in a garage in the 100 block of East Green Street, Champaign. A 28-year-old male victim arrived at a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his leg. On November 17, 2014, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Damian Henderson was believed to be shot and killed in the 0-100 block of Forsythia Drive in Champaign. ALL TRADEMARKS BELONG TO THEIR RIGHTFUL . The victim was transported to an area hospital and is recovering from his injuries. The individuals selected over $500 in merchandise and proceeded to the self-checkout lanes. Two people were injured after their car was shot at and crashed into a telephone pole, according to police. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) The City of Champaign announced that one northbound lane of Randolph Street will be closed beginning Monday. Police received a report at 10:56 a.m. of a large fight in progress. Tricoci University of Beauty Cultures diversity and inclusion in its curriculum, sharing insights on how to care for African American hair types and offering Afro hair products. The park [] The bomb did not ignite and was found by a receptionist at the clinic, who then called police, federal officials said. A U. of I. student reported that her bicycle had been stolen between 3 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m. Tuesday from Hopkins Hall, 1208 S. First St., Champaign. is urging students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support one another during "Unofficial," which is the unofficial St. Patricks Day. Police and the state's attorney's office in Champaign announced Thursday that criminal charges have been filed against six men accused of cutting up the body of Ashley Gibson, the Champ A U. of I. student reported that a rug and suitcase had been stolen overnight Saturday or Sunday from her unlocked apartment in the 0-100 block of East John Street, Champaign. The four offenders fled west on Green St, andwere captured on video. This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a theft. Some sun this morning with increasing clouds this afternoon. On October 4, 2022, at approximately 5:48 p.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to the 1100 block of North Third Street for a report of a shooting with injuries. Vermilion County Circuit Court Judge Derek J. Girton set Trimbles sentencing hearing for April 26. You have permission to edit this article. On Feb. 15, it was reported that the Aeronomy Field Station, 4810 N. High Cross Road, Urbana, had been burglarized between Feb. 10-15. On November 18, 2022, at approximately 2:30 p.m., police officers were dispatched to Home Depot, located 820 Bloomington Road in Champaign. GPS tracking information showed that the phone was taken to an apartment in Urbana. A31-year-old male suffered multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds in a yard outside of a private residence on Ridgewood Drive last summer. Kristian KP Philpotts grew up wanting to work in the world of animal science. An exchange of gunfire followed in which both officers and the suspect were shot. The employee was struck when he attempted to stop the offender from leaving the store. Laresha L. Reed, 42, no address provided, was arrested at 7:42 p.m. Wednesday at an apartment building in the 400 block of East Healey Street, Champaign, for trespassing. "The hate crime messed me up," Kunzelman said in court Thursday. Officer Chris Oberheim, 44, died of his wounds, the citys police chief, Anthony Cobb,said in a statement. Police ask if anyone has seen this truck or might know its whereabouts to contact the traffic division at 563-344-4047. 0:00. We don't want your name, just your information. A passerby reported smoke coming from the home. Cody James Toki in Ohio Champaign County 8/27/1992. 82 E. University Ave. A 34-year-old male with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his right leg was transported to a local hospital Oct. 10. When the door attendant refused entry, Bzdula took the businesss $500 identification scanner and threw it into the street. The chase began when police in Danville, Illinois tried to stop Henry's vehicle for a traffic violation shortly before 7 p.m. Police said Henry disregarded emergency lights and headed toward Indiana. Its been three weeks since Azaan Lee ended up dead after an encounter with Rantoul police. 0:57. A Davenport man was arrested Saturday after deputies say he eight had marijuana plants. A Bettendorf woman was arrested after police say a chase ended in a crash Monday morning. The city said northbound traffic will be reduced to one lane between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street while work is being completed. The 25-year-old was fatally shot, while two other men were injured and several vehicles were struck by gunfire, according to reports. Derrick Humphery, 32, was in court on Thursday. A U. of I. student reported that she was punched in the face by an unknown man at 12:03 a.m. Saturday near First and Green streets, Champaign. Christopher forward McKensie Jackson (14) heads to the bench late in the fourth quarter against Champaign (St. Thomas More) on Thursday during the Class 1A girls basketball semifinals at CEFCU. The items have a total estimated value of $150. URBANA, Ill., (WCIA) Gun violence took Marla Rices sons dream away. A man reported that he was knocked to the ground and kicked around 2 a.m. Sunday by four unknown people somewhere within a block of an apartment complex in the 900 block of Welch Drive, Urbana. Police seek the publics assistance in identifying the subject captured on video. Tuscola Police Department arrested Harp at 2:56 p.m. after being notified at 12:39 p.m. of a bomb threat to North Ward Elementary School in Tuscola. A hit-and-run accident was reported at noon Feb. 20 in the 600 block of East John Street, Champaign. The female approached the counter and asked to purchase five iPhones. Adrian Parker Deck was last seen March 22, according to Champaign police. CHAMPAIGN A suspect shot and killed one central Illinois police officer and wounded another during a shootout at an apartment complex early Wednesday in which . The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871 The Illinois State Police will lead the investigation into the shooting, with assistance from Urbana police, the Champaign County Sheriffs Office and the University of Illinois Police Department, Champaign police said. What does that say to my family? Derrick M. Humphery, 32, who also goes by Humphrey, was arrested by Champaign police Wednesday in the shooting of Liam Gasser. The stolen property in this case has not been recovered. CHAMPAIGN Its been more than six years since a hotel project was launched at the corner of Neil and Hill streets in downtown Champaign. A U. of I. employee reported that a university-owned laptop computer had been stolen Feb. 20 after it was delivered to Mumford Hall, 1301 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana. An employee of Evergreen Tobacco, 306 E. Green St., Champaign, reported that he was struck in the head around 7:30 p.m. Saturday after someone stole $80 worth of merchandise. 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Anderson and Thompson reportedly were involved in an argument that became physical. Partly cloudy. Theyve had their eyes on him for months, and are now sharing the evidence that led to his arrest. *Bicycle owners can reduce the risk of theft. Julia Rietz, the Champaign County States Attorney, [], UPDATE: 1:48 pm. The two suspects skip scanned much of the merchandise and then attempted to pay for the remainder of the items with a credit card that declined payment. Fire department instructors will lead a scenario designed to simulate an ice rescue, reinforcing victim removal skills. The News-Gazette mobile app brings you the latest local breaking news, updates, and more. Darion Lafayette, 24, was killed during the shooting, according to the County Coroner's Office. Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced Monday a Champaign man was found guilty on Friday, Feb. 24 for the murder of two Danville men. If you have any information regarding this or any crime in Champaign County, please contact Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS, 373tips.com, or via the P3 Tips mobile app. It was reported that Zhang put his hands around another U. of I. students neck during an argument. The male then used the victims credit cards to purchase a large amount of gift cards from Sams Club nearby. The overturn happened westbound near []. Jang reportedly struck another U. of I. student in the face and then grabbed him around the neck. The Attorney Generals office prosecuted the case with Vermilion County States Attorney Jacqueline Lacys office. The suspect was described as a middle-aged white male, last seen wearing a camouflage jacket and baseball cap. Alex P. Bzdula, 19, of Chicago, was arrested at 11:25 p.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of East Green Street, Champaign, for damaging property. Chance of rain 50%. The total value of the stolen food was unlisted. 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(WCIA) All eyes were on the Fighting Illini Thursday night as they went up against the Wolverines, until a different rivalry captured fans attention from the stands. The department didnt immediately reply to Associated Press requests for further information about the shootout, including whether the officers' body cameras captured it. 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Winds NE at 10 to 15 mph.. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. A Kewanee man convicted of killing his girlfriends 3-year-old daughter in Henry County pled guilty Friday to predatory criminal sexual assault in Henry County Circuit Court. I appreciate the assistance of both the Danville Police Department and the FBI. Cobb said Oberheim joined the police force in Champaign, a city of about 85,000, in September 2008. On September 16, 2022, at approximately 12:24 PM, Rantoul Officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of St. Andrews Circle for a report of shots fired. Derrick Humphery, 32, was in court on Thursday. Davenport Police responded to reports of hit-and-runs Thursday evening near Arlington Avenue and East Locust Street that police say left one with minor injuries. Peiyuan Jim, 20, was arrested at 4:40 a.m. Saturday at his apartment in the 300 block of East Springfield Avenue, Champaign, for domestic battery and unlawful restraint. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) A Champaign man was arrested in connection to an October 2021 shooting on North Prospect. URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) The Urbana Police Department is asking for help in identifying a pair of thieves who stole from a store in the area. On December 19, 2022, at approximately 9:11 a.m., Champaign Police Officers responded to the First Financial Bank located at 1205 South Neil Street for reports of a bank robbery. The victim was able to get away and the suspect left the area on foot. CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) State Police are responding to a semi-truck rolling over on Interstate 74 in Champaign County. No arrests have been made in separate shootings Saturday and Sunday. At 11:36 a.m. Sunday at TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 603 S. Sixth St., Champaign, Brenda K. Persico, 30, of Homer, Illinois, was issued a state of Illinois notice to appear in court for identity theft. One male was wearing a black hat, gray sweatshirt, black pants and shoes. A U. of I. student reported that his bicycle had been stolen overnight Thursday or Friday outside his apartment in the 500 block of South Third Street, Champaign. Came back, oh 2-230 and expected to do a little five minute job and I find this, the tree in the front yard, Mills said. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) The person suspected of a crime spree in Champaign County on Wednesday has been arrested. A private plane transporting Bryan Kohberger back to Idaho stopped for several minutes at Willard Airport. For a more comprehensive look at reports throughout the Campustown area, view the Daily Crime Log or the crime map. Persico reportedly used another persons rewards points without permission to book a hotel room for three nights. He talked about it all the time, Rice said. "The face my family shares in public and the face we have at home represent two very different worlds. Illinois People booked at the Champaign County Illinois and are representative of the booking not their guilt or innocence. The two suspects were captured on the stores security cameras as they were leaving. The department responded to a fire at an unoccupied house on South Fair Street around 5:30 p.m. on Friday. RACES said alcohol can be a tool to commit sexual assault Our new Privacy Policy will go into effect on January 1st, 2023. According to a post on Facebook, the fire was reported by a resident of the home. An Urbana police report said the cannabis was found in Wetzel's home when police went to check on his roommate, who had died of natural causes. Homicide Investigation - 1200 Block of Garden Hills Drive January 6, 2023 Champaign Police Address Gun Violence, Quality of Life Concerns in 2022 January 5, 2023 Shooting Investigation - 2400 Block of N Neil Street January 3, 2023 Champaign Police Officer Jeffrey Creel Retires December 22, 2022 View more news releases Non-emergency: 217-333-8911 The department responded to a fire at an unoccupied house on South Fair Street around 5:30 p.m. on Friday. 'The lobby was gutted and the vestibule was pretty burned up, too,' Urbana school board president Paul Poulosky said of fire damage early Thursday to the district's central offices in east Urbana. "There has been a lot of hardships, definitely trying to stay the course and stay positive," Gasser said. The semi overturned Friday around 12:30 p.m. CHAMPAIGN Crime Stoppers of Champaign County needs help solving a theft at a Champaign cellphone store. There is no perceived threat to the public. The father demanded money under the threat of contacting the police. E. Pershing in Decatur was shut down Friday afternoon by CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) A fallen tree caused a house fire in Champaign according to the Champaign Fire Department. The suspect appears to be a black male wearing a black stocking cap, black coat, black pants, and tan shoes. Deric D. Alford, 31, who listed an address in the 1300 block of North Neil Street, was arraigned Monday for robbery, alleging that on Jan. 18 or 19, he cornered a former co-worker in that mans Champaign home and ordered him to hand over his phone and the password for it. The items were left unattended in a bathroom. Both appeared to be White; one was wearing a black Reebok hoodie and khaki pants []. Officers discovered an unresponsive 36-year-old female victim inside of a vehicle suffering from multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. According to a post on Facebook, the fire was reported by a resident of the home. Samuel I. Bellettiere, 24, who listed an address in the 500 block of Breen Drive, was sentenced Monday to two years of first-offender probation after pleading guilty before Judge Roger Webber to possession with intent to deliver cannabis. Several other demands for money were made over time, with the student paying a total of $4,500. Its nice to see parents and swimmers (here), Miller said. Davenport man sentenced to federal prison on child pornography charges, Davenport man sentenced to federal prison for lying to a federal grand jury, Davenport man charged in shooting that injured 1, Man charged with stealing vehicle, crashing it into Scott County home in 2016, Federal jury convicts 2 members of Davenport Savage Life Boys street gang, Man charged in Scott County UTV crash that injured 6. At 12:48 a.m. Sunday, a U. of I. student reported that his food delivery order was stolen from outside the rear entrance of Taft-Van Doren Hall, 1213 S. Fourth St., Champaign. The investigation is ongoing, state police said. CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted by Moline police on aggravated battery charges inside Moline bar. Crews found that UPDATE: 1:48 pm. Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman told us on Friday afternoon it was over. I literally had six monsters the day of the game. IN EACH FRONT-PAGE POST, THE HYPERLINK TO THE PRIMARY SOURCE IS SPECIFIED. At 1:53 a.m. Sunday at The City Center, 505 S. Chestnut St., Champaign, Brea C. Eskridge, 26, of Urbana, was issued a state of Illinois notice to appear in court for battery. The total estimated value of the stolen items is $980. The Champaign officers went to the complex shortly after 3 a.m. in response to a report about a domestic disturbance and encountered the armed suspect upon arriving, police said. Douglas County Sheriff Nathan Chaplin said in a press release that Tuscola Police Department had made an arrest at 2:56 p.m. Another woman tried to pull Hearnes off the first victim and in the melee, Hearnes stabbed that other woman in the eye. Kamrion Wilson appeared in court on preliminary charges of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Possession of a Stolen Firearm. Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. The person immediately left when the student screamed. An arrest warrant was issued four months ago for Henry A. Pettigrew, who was arrested for the shooting Wednesday in Urbana.