Champaign man found guilty for 2017 double homicide, Letter: Regrettable situation at Schlarman Academy, Committee to act on casino liquor license classification, Indiana police investigating officer-involved shooting near Dana; chase began in Danville, Parents organize 'Save Schlarman' meeting, Mayor, local pastors concerned about abortion clinic locating in Danville, DPD investigates fight at grade school tournament, Students, parents stage walkout at Schlarman. 1807 S Neil St (at Fox Drive), Champaign, IL 61820, 3354 Big Pine Trl Ste C, Champaign, IL 61822. 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. Anderson and Thompson reportedly were involved in an argument that became physical. On October 30, 2022, at 2:10 a.m., a male victim was walking in the 300 block of East Green St. in Champaign when someone came up behind him and grabbed food out of his hand. Darion Lafayette, 24, was killed during the shooting, according to the County Coroner's Office. U.S. 45 potholes money Unit 4 has spent on consultants why the Illini stay at a local hotel the night before home games whether its time to add a traffic signal at a busier-than-ever intersection an update on our menu collaboration and much, much more. A judge set a tentative trial date for May. The subject appeared to be a white male with a receding hairline, and was last seen wearing a blue surgical mask, blue jacket, and light-colored pants. The following morning, November 18, 2014, at 8.13 a.m., officers were dispatched to this location for a check welfare where Henderson was found unresponsive in a vehicle. URBANA A Champaign man who allegedly had a loaded gun and cannabis in a car at the same time has been charged as a Class X felon. Julia Rietz, the Champaign County States Attorney, [], UPDATE: 1:48 pm. Cody James Toki in Ohio Champaign County 8/27/1992. Partly cloudy. According to online Scott County Jail records, Holdorf was being held on a $25,000 cash-only bond Saturday. Responding officers immediately rendered medical aid until an ambulance could arrive. Have you seen him? The victim pursued the offender who then, with three additional offenders, battered the victim and took his phone. Cold Cases Missing Persons Daily Archive. 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. Shortly after taking the report, the officer found the vehicle parked in a garage in the 100 block of East Green Street, Champaign. He wanted to be a veterinarian since he was like 7 years old. Assistant States Attorney Brooke Hinman said the teen had missed probation appointments and school, and did not write the letter of apology that she had been ordered to. What a game. Facebook; Contact us for more information about the incidents listed here. Jang reportedly struck another U. of I. student in the face and then grabbed him around the neck. Three vehicle hijackings were reported to Champaign Police in April. Officers were able to locate security camera footage from the area that depicts a potential suspect. Champaign officers were equipped with body cameras in 2017, and those cameras are activated when an officer responds to service calls or is engaged in any law enforcement-related encounter, according to the departments website. An exchange of gunfire followed in which both officers and the suspect were shot. Police need your help identifying the subject captured on video. The suspect appears to be a black male wearing a black stocking cap, black coat, black pants, and tan shoes. URBANA A Champaign man has been given the opportunity to escape a conviction for selling cannabis last fall. The Champaign Park District has shut down the Greenbelt Bikeway Trail in areas located around I-72. A man reported Tuesday that he had been the victim of deceptive practices after receiving a call from a credit monitoring service saying that he had $3,629 in outstanding bills with a telecommunications provider. A 20-year-old male and a 28-year-old male, both from Champaign sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and were treated and released. He was last seen wearing a black shirt with a lion design on the front and back, khaki pants, and white shoes. At 2:12 a.m. Friday at Pennsylvania Avenue Residence Hall, 906 W. College Court, Urbana, Rodney L. Teague Jr., 32, of Champaign, was issued a no-trespass notice to all university property after police were notified of a man sleeping on a couch in the lower-level lounge area. Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest and you . Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire primarily contained to a rooftop air handling unit at a Target. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) Part of a Champaign bike trail is currently closed. 0:00. URBANA A Champaign man who admitted he failed to show up for a prison sentence when he was supposed to has had another three years tacked on to that sentence. Disclaimer: The information on this page was provided to Champaign County Crime Stoppers by local law enforcement. The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871 The department didnt immediately reply to Associated Press requests for further information about the shootout, including whether the officers' body cameras captured it. URBANA, Ill. (WCCU) One community organization, Rape Advocacy, Counseling, & Education Services (RACES). The computer, which has an estimated value of $1,966, was left unattended in the employees unlocked office. How will the Big Ten's last weekend shake out? 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. Police seek the publics assistance in identifying the subjects captured on video. The overturn happened westbound near []. I appreciate the assistance of both the Danville Police Department and the FBI. U. of I. students Davita A. Anderson and Jair T. Thompson, both 23, were arrested outside their apartment in the 900 block of South First Street, Champaign, for domestic battery. The items have a total estimated value of $150. Online Scott County Jail records show he was being held on a $30,000 cash-only bond Thursday morning. Through the cooperation of civilian witnesses at the scene and the use of a variety of technology, Champaign detectives were able to identify the (shooters) vehicle and ultimately Humphery as the shooter, said State's Attorney Julia Rietz. The fire department responded early Sunday morning. Upon arrival, officers located 25-year-old Rashaud Weatherall who had sustained multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. Police Department at 217-333-1216 or. Champaign, IL 61820, Emergency: 9-1-1 Eskridge reportedly slapped an employee in the face during a dispute over payment. He has a preliminary hearing on March 10. When the door attendant refused entry, Bzdula took the businesss $500 identification scanner and threw it into the street. On Feb. 15, it was reported that the Aeronomy Field Station, 4810 N. High Cross Road, Urbana, had been burglarized between Feb. 10-15. '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. [], DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) A Champaign man has been convicted for his role in the murder of two men in Danville more than five years ago. Demarko L. Brown, 33, who listed an address in the 2100 block of West White Street, was arraigned Tuesday on charges of armed violence and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon. If you have any information about these crimes or any person(s) involved, you are urged tosubmit a tip via this website, callour TIPS line at217-373-TIPS, or use our freeP3 Tips mobile app. Some sun this morning with increasing clouds this afternoon. I am committed to continuing to collaborate with law enforcement agencies at all levels of government to address violent crime in Illinois.. The day Avery Falconer was supposed to turn himself in to begin serving a six-year sentence for delivery of cocaine, he did not. The closure is so parking deck maintenance can be completed at the [], CENTRAL ILLINOIS, Ill. (WCIA) Pat Mills was just going about his day until he found a surprise in his front yard. 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 CHAMPAIGN Crime Stoppers of Champaign County needs help solving a theft at a Champaign cellphone store. State Police said the accident happened near the exit to U.S. Route []. 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. Minutes after the shooting, two more victims arrived at an area hospital by personal transport. Between 5 pm on December 16 and 3:20 a.m. on December 17, 2022, an unknown suspect damaged eight air conditioning units located in the parking area at 202 E. Green St. in Champaign. On October 10, 2022, at approximately 5:15 PM, two individuals entered Walmart at 100 South High Cross Road in Urbana. CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted in Rock Island Co. on meth charges. The bicycle, which has an estimated value of $125, was locked to a rack.*. Champaign Police advise every piece of information is valuable and ask anyone with additional information to please call Crime Stoppers. Click here to see our subscription options. The victim was transported to an area hospital and is recovering from his injuries. (Champaign Police Department) Gunfire was exchanged and both . Here's how to watch the game, with all your TV information, top scorers, coaching bios and more. It says to me that this system is not for you.. Low 31F. Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced Monday a Champaign man was found guilty on Friday, Feb. 24 for the murder of two Danville men. CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking assistance with a wanted suspect, 47-year-old Evelyn D. Bellamy. Police said Bellamy is 5'1", weighs 185 lbs. Upon arrival, officers learned a suspect entered the bank, displayed a note indicating the presence of a handgun, and demanded money. Inmates at the Champaign County Jail have been protesting high bonds. The bicycle, which has an estimated value of $500, was left unlocked at a rack. Its nice to see parents and swimmers (here), Miller said. In many ways, hair braiding has deep roots in the African American community; Its a style, a statement and a way of bringing history into modern-day life. ISP said the semi has been removed from the roadway and will be removed from the median when conditions improve. *Bicycle owners can reduce the risk of theft. URBANA, Ill. (WAND) - Firefighters were called out to a Champaign-Urbana MTD building that is used by the Urbana School District early Thursday morning. Inmates at the Champaign County Jail have been protesting high bonds. This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a robbery. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) The Champaign Fire Department extinguished a house fire in Champaign on Thursday night. The convictions came following a weeklong trial. The (Champaign) News-Gazettereported that the suspect was a man. Officer Chris Oberheim died after being struck by gunfire while reporting to a domestic disturbance. 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. Sunny to partly cloudy. The subject is described as a middle-aged white male and was seen wearing a dark blue jacket, a grey or olive-green hooded sweatshirt, dark colored pants, and boots. "This is not a DRILL," the superintendent wrote in a message to parents after Urbana High School received a threat. Now, the Marching Illini is raising money to help make sure they can continue traveling and performing for you. The suspect fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of currency. Non-emergency: 217-333-8911 Kimetrice Tate is one of 30 teachers that instruct 4th to 8th grade throughout the state who were nominated for the 2023 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Police Report. On December 9, 2022, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a male suspect stole a wallet from a purse while distracting a customer at Hobby Lobby, located at 2102 North Neil Street in Champaign. He reported that he never opened an account with that provider, and someone else must have done so in his name. Because the victim sustained serious bodily harm she was blinded in one eye Amayra Hearnes, 20, will not be eligible for day-for-day good time on her jail sentence, which began Tuesday. MUGSHOTS.COM IS AN AGGREGATOR OF THE TODAY'S CRIME NEWS. The bomb did not ignite and was found by a receptionist at the clinic, who then called police, federal officials said. Theyve had their eyes on him for months, and are now sharing the evidence that led to his arrest. When arrested, he will be booked into jail on a $100,000 bond. Derrick Humphery, 32, was in court on Thursday. But today, that face settles into a momentary sigh of relief.". A Davenport man was arrested after a chase ended in a single-vehicle crash Sunday night, according to troopers. Adrian Parker Deck was last seen March 22, according to Champaign police. Police initially were called by a witness who asked them to escort Reed from the building. Avery Falconer, 33, whose last known address was on Kimberly Drive, pleaded guilty Monday before Judge Randy Rosenbaum to failure to return from furlough. 2023 www.sj-r.com. Mayor Deb Feinen designated March 3 as Nolan Miller Day in Champaign, an honor the state champion swimmer from Central celebrated at Fridays gathering with family, friends and teammates in the schools cafeteria. Champaign Crime Data Crime Index (100 is safest) Safer than 19% of U.S. Cities Champaign Annual Crimes Violent Crime Violent Crime Comparison (per 1,000 residents) 20 15 10 5 0 7.04 3.95 National Median: 4 Champaign Illinois My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Violent Crime 1 in 142 in Champaign 1 in 253 in Illinois Champaign VIOLENT CRIMES 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. Two people were injured after their car was shot at and crashed into a telephone pole, according to police. Bob Richards, the only male two-time winner of the Olympic pole vault, who in the 1950s became a hero of American Cold War competition with the Soviet Union and a breakfast-table hero to millions. I had caffeine poisoning. CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted by East Moline police for fleeing, eluding police Updated : Mar. 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. is urging students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support one another during "Unofficial," which is the unofficial St. Patricks Day. Champaign, Ill., Police Officer Chris Oberheim, 44, was killed Wednesday by a gunman while responding to a domestic disturbance call. Monticello Schools Superintendent Vic Zimmerman said in a statement that Oberheim had four daughters, including three who attend the district's schools, and that he was very involved in their lives. The second male was wearing a maroon sweatshirt, black pants, and black shoes. 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. A driver struck another vehicle while backing out of a parking space and then left the area without attempting to exchange information. CHAMPAIGN, ILL (WAND): Living life rough on the streets, that's how a Champaign homeless advocate described his 14 day journey into the life of his homeless community members. A damage estimate was not available. A woman told police she pulled up next to his vehicle and saw him masturbating while looking at children playing, according to a report. The victim was then transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Often it can take weeks or months for video to come out. A man wanted in Scott County was arrested in Greeley, Colorado Tuesday according to Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities. 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. "I was dumb, I was negligent, and I was a lot of things, but one thing I refuse to call myself is a murderer," Jerome Schmidt, 19, said before being sentenced to 50 years in prison for the 2021 murder of Michael Brown, 64, of Hammond. No arrests have been made in separate shootings Saturday and Sunday. Fire department instructors will lead a scenario designed to simulate an ice rescue, reinforcing victim removal skills. Central Illinois News & Weather | Champaign, IL | WCIA 3 WCIX | WCIA.com News Weather Alert Special Weather Statement: Champaign County, Clark County, Coles County, Crawford County, Cumberland County, Douglas County, Edgar County, Jasper County, Moultrie County, Piatt County, Vermilion County Top Story 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. The student later discovered that none of the claims were true. Please note: Those arrested are presumed innocent until proved guilty, and formal charges may change or be dismissed as cases are adjudicated. 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. IN EACH FRONT-PAGE POST, THE HYPERLINK TO THE PRIMARY SOURCE IS SPECIFIED. Crime Map for Champaign, IL. Lieutenant Curt Apperson of the Champaign County Sheriff's Office said Donovan Lee-Newman, 27, was taken into custody at 9:45 a.m. on Friday at the intersection of Bradley Avenue and Duncan Road. URBANA A Roselle man is in police custody accused of the attempted murder of a motorist in a random shooting on North Prospect Avenue in the fall of 2021. A U. of I. student reported Friday that he was the victim of a battery Feb. 7 while attempting to enter the Illinois Street Residence Halls dining hall, 1010 W. Illinois St., Urbana, without paying. Both appeared to be White; one was wearing a black Reebok hoodie and khaki pants []. Davenport Walmart burglary, during closed store hours leads to arrest. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) Liam Gasser, who was shot in October of 2021, is speaking out now that police have made an arrest in the road rage shooting that changed his life . The female appeared to be a black female, wearing a yellow cap, black coat, light-colored jeans, and orange shoes. A passerby reported smoke coming from the home. Someone tried to kill me and the best we could do was juvenile jail? CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) People were displaced from their home after the Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire on Thursday. WAND has received several reports in regard to branches, trees, and poles down throughout the streets of Decatur, and reports of power outages. Following Peoples' arrest for allegedly pulling a fire alarm, police found multiple pills of suspected methamphetamine on him. 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Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. The male suspects appeared to be black males. Officers Hobson, Reilly, Tatum, Warren and Watkins received certificate awards for their outstanding impaired driving enforcement. Theyve had their eyes on him for months, and are now sharing the evidence that led to his arrest. news-gazette.com 2101 Fox Drive Champaign, IL 61820 Phone: 217-351-5252 Email: news@news-gazette.com. The News-Gazette 2101 Fox Drive, Champaign, IL 61820 +1 (217)351-5252 3354 Big Pine Trl Ste C, Champaign, IL 61822 +1 (217)373-1500 Mahomet Car Connection 1103 E Oak St, Mahomet, IL 61853 +1. CHAMPAIGN Its been more than six years since a hotel project was launched at the corner of Neil and Hill streets in downtown Champaign. Now, shes fighting to keep his memory []. One burned unit at Central Storage Mini Warehouse, 1000 Griggs St., had a car with minor damage, while another four units were considered total losses, Assistant Fire Chief Jerry Sparks said. Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced Monday a Champaign man was found guilty on Friday, Feb. 24 for the murder of two Danville men. 2, 2023 at 3:30 PM CST University police said they received a threatening call Friday. []. Crime Stoppers doesn't want your name, just your information. Its a good deal. No. CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted by Moline police on aggravated battery charges inside Moline bar. For more information about the incidents listed here, please contact the U. of I. Police seek the publics assistance in identifying the subject captured on video. The United States Marshals Service Northern District of Indiana arrested McCubbins around noon on Tuesday. All rights reserved. A 30-year-old male inside of a motor vehicle who sustained a fatal gunshot wound Nov. 13. Derrick M. Humphery, 32, who also goes by Humphrey, was arrested by Champaign police Wednesday in the shooting of Liam Gasser. Persico reportedly used another persons rewards points without permission to book a hotel room for three nights. This police blotter provides information only about crimes that have been reported to the University of Illinois Police Department.