October 20, 2025 – CU-CitizenAccess.org

One of the more common subjects of flooding calls has been for the viaduct located at the intersection of Kirby Avenue and Neil Street in Champaign. Photo by Dylan Tiger.

Hundreds of flooding complaints rippled across Champaign in past decade: From Campbell Drive to viaducts to Mattis

Post author:Mallory Miller / For CU-CitizenAccess
Post published:October 20, 2025
Post category:Environment Government Transportation

A block of basements covered in water on Church Street. A flooded locker room, briefing room, and hallway in the Champaign police station. A…

Read more about the article Following Philo Road’s major business closures, Urbana launches revitalization plan

Madyson Magnus

A “For Sale” sign with a reduced asking price stands amid a vacant property along Philo Road in Urbana, highlighting the corridor’s ongoing struggles with business closures and redevelopment challenges. Photo by Madyson Magnus.

Following Philo Road’s major business closures, Urbana launches revitalization plan

Post author:Madyson Magnus / For CU-CitizenAccess
Post published:October 20, 2025
Post category:Business Government Neighborhoods Public Funds

First it was County Market in 2016. Next it was Family Video in 2021 and Burger King in 2024. Soon after, Walgreens, CVS and…