Good morning, Champaign.

A four-car crash on Thursday night killed a two-month-old baby when vehicles hit each other at the Philo Road—Colorado Avenue intersection, and Kartila Brooks from Champaign was hurt—she was ticketed for not stopping and driving an uninsured GMC Envoy.

Firefighters from 11 departments rushed to a house fire on the 900 block of 1350 E Route 45 in Tolono at 1 a.m. and returned around 4:30 a.m.—the big flames could be seen from Philo and forced a family to leave while crews checked the cause.

The City of Champaign is accepting bids for demolition of the property at 1803 Scottsdale Drive for its Neighborhood Services Department + interested bidders must request bid documents.

Feutz Contractors will close the southbound lane on Cherry Hills Drive (between Crestridge Drive and Wedgewood Drive) on Monday, March 17, 2025, to do street repairs (if weather allows) for three to five days.

On March 12, 2025, the Neighborhood Services Department launched its first NRD Resource Exchange meeting on goose management, drawing neighborhood and HOA representatives while Craig Bloomquist from USDA APHIS and Friends of Geese explained strategies.

The next meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2025 — Zoning Administrator Kat Trotter will present on neighborhood zoning issues.

The Neighborhood Programs Division was honored by HUD—an agency that funds community projects—for its role as a founding participant in the Community Development Block Grant program.

The city receives about $800,000 each year from these funds to support neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, and home repair services.

The City of Champaign is accepting bids for the demolition project at 1506 Holly Hill Drive—this project is part of the Neighborhood Services Department's plan.

Interested bidders must request the bid documents for details and submission instructions.

The City of Champaign is accepting bids for demolition of the property at 1508 W Springfield Ave for the Neighborhood Services Department — interested parties can request bid documents.

Champaign City Council will hold its Regular Council Meeting on March 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 102 N.

Neil Street—public participation is welcome.

Monthly Swing Dance Night at Hamilton Walker's

The Illini Swing Society hosts a free swing dance event at Hamilton Walker's, welcoming all participants without the need for registration or partners.

Workshop on K-Tape Basics for Hemophilia Support

Angela Forsyth, a Physical Therapist, will conduct a workshop on the applications and techniques of kinesiology tape (K-tape) for individuals affected by hemophilia and their families.

Midwest Beach Fest at The Literary

Enjoy an evening of beach-themed drinks, snacks, and activities at The Literary during Spring Break.

Blind Adam and The Federal League with MakeWar and Mania

This music event features performances by Blind Adam and The Federal League, MakeWar, and Mania in Champaign, Illinois.

Trivia Night at Hound's Court

Experience an engaging evening of free multi-round team trivia with the chance to win Hound's Rest gift certificates.

HQ Open House: Free Co-Working Day

10 AM – 4 PM — HQ — Free entry — Experience a day of free co-working with unlimited coffee and fast Wi-Fi every Wednesday.

IEEE Central Illinois Networking Meetup

An informal dinner event for IEEE members and students in Champaign to network and build professional relationships within the engineering community.

Candlelight Yoga Session

6-7 p.m. — Fire Doll Studio — Suggested donation $11-$33 — Unwind and find your inner peace in a warm and serene yoga setting.

One Night of Queen Tribute Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Farm Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the passion and energy of Queen's greatest hits performed live by Gary Mullen & The Works.

Live Jazz Night with Chip NcNeill

6-8 p.m. — The Venue CU — $10 pre-sale, $15 at the door — Enjoy smooth jazz tunes with Chip NcNeill and his band in an elegant setting.