2017 Entry-Level Police Officer Testing Process
The Police and Human Resources departments are nearing the final stages of another successful 2017 Entry-Level Police Officer Testing Process. On April 4, 2017, eighty-eight (88) candidates completed...
View Article2017-2018 Fire and Police Promotional Testing Process Gets Underway
In collaboration with the Fire and Police departments, Human Resources is diligently working to coordinate, communicate and assist with the facilitation of the Promotional Testing processes. Below is...
View ArticleJoin Champaign Police in Recognizing Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police...
The Champaign Police Department invites our citizens and community partners to join us in paying tribute to our men and women of law enforcement. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a...
View ArticleBody Camera Video a National Award Finalist
Earlier this year, staff from the Champaign Police Department and City Manager’s Office collaborated to produce a video to educate the public about the rollout of officer-worn body cameras. Shortly...
View Article2017 Benefit Lunch for Special Olympics Illinois
2017 marks the 7th annual Texas Roadhouse Benefit Lunch for Special Olympics! Each July, local law enforcement agencies partner with the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Texas Roadhouse to serve the...
View ArticleUpdate: CPD Response to Property Crime
Since 2005, the City of Champaign had seen a downward trend in residential burglaries and burglaries to motor vehicles. In 2013, the police department responded to the lowest number recorded in over...
View ArticleCity Accepting Applications for Citizen Review Subcommittee & Internal Use of...
The City of Champaign is continuing to accept applications from citizens interested in serving on two newly constituted panels. These committees are being created to increase transparency between the...
View ArticleNow on CGTV: Champaign Police Department Employee Awards Ceremony
On May 16, the Champaign Police Department celebrated everyday heroes by honoring the police officers, staff, and citizens who went above and beyond to serve our community, and CGTV was on hand to film...
View ArticleChampaign Connection Episode 59 Airing Now Through November
Champaign Connection Episode 59 Airing Now Through November On this episode of Champaign Connection, it’s that time of year again! The fall yard waste collection season is upon us. Learn what to do...
View ArticlePolice Showcase Commemorative Squad Car Honoring Fallen Officer, Robert L....
The Champaign Police Department has added a new vehicle to its fleet that honors fallen Champaign Police Officer Robert L. Tatman #80, who was killed in the line of duty on November 25, 1967. The...
View ArticleThe Champaign Police Department will be Enforcing Seat Belt Compliance This...
Officers will be looking for, and ticketing, individuals who aren’t buckled up. It is the law in Illinois to wear your seat belt, no matter where you are seated in the vehicle. Illinois law requires...
View ArticleCity Launches Police Officer Recruitment
Starting January 2, the City will begin accepting applications for Entry-level Police Officers to join the Champaign Police Department. For more information, and to apply, visit the Apply to Serve...
View ArticleThe Champaign Police Department Release Holiday Campaign Numbers
Champaign Police Officers worked six details focusing on seat belt and cellular phone enforcement during the holiday campaign period from December 18, 2017 to January 2, 2018. The following citations...
View ArticleHoffman Awards Ceremony Now on CGTV
Hoffman Awards Ceremony Now on CGTV On October 26, 2017, CGTV was invited by the Champaign Fire Department to record the 3rd Annual Edward M. Hoffman Memorial Awards & Pinning Ceremony. The event...
View ArticlePolice Recruiting Event Sees High Turnout
Approximately 60 applicants attended the optional Study Session and Practice Exam. The event was held on the evening of Wednesday, February 21 at the iHotel & Conference Center. It was administered...
View ArticleIllinois NAACP and Illinois Police Chiefs Announce “Shared Principles” Agreement
***ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE PRESS RELEASE*** Illinois NAACP and Illinois Police Chiefs Announce Bridge Building Agreement, “Shared Principles” (Resolution is the first of its kind in...
View ArticleDr. Howard School at Columbia School – Crosswalk
Update on Dr. Howard School at Columbia School (crosswalk) During the 2018-19 and 2019-20 school years, Dr. Howard School will be located in the former Columbia School building at the intersection of...
View ArticleCity Employees Set New Records for Charitable Giving
In 2018, the City of Champaign once again participated in the Combined Charities Campaign that was organized by the United Way of Champaign County. Each year, the City participates in this campaign by...
View Article2019 Entry Level Police Officer Informational Meeting
Approximately 20 prospective applicants braved the frigid temperatures January 23 to attend the 2019 Police Officer Recruitment Informational Meeting at the Champaign Police Department. Chief Anthony...
View ArticlePolice, Human Resources Host Study Session Ahead of Police Recruitment Exam
On Wednesday, February 20, approximately 45 applicants attended the free written exam study session hosted by the Champaign Police and Human Resources departments at the I-Hotel and Conference Center....
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