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Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Yahoo
Champaign Co. residents pushing for safety increase at notorious intersection
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Many Champaign County residents want to see change at an intersection that's had several accidents in recent years. Some people in the community call it the most dangerous intersection in Champaign County. The location is E Leverett Road and County Road 1300 East, and it's also the intersection where Trooper Corey S. Thompsen was killed on duty last year. State Police still stressing Scott's Law despite improving numbers Multiple residents that live nearby all said the same thing: This intersection is dangerous and in need of something more than just stop signs. 'I just think it would save lives and injuries and losses if they would just highlight this intersection,' said Carolyn Stone, who lives near the intersection. The intersection goes north to south between a major county road and is separated by two stop signs on either end. In October, a tragic accident resulted in the death of Trooper was on the job when a truck pulled onto Leverett Road and hit Thompson while he was on his motorcycle. The driver of that truck was cited for a failure to yield right of way at a stop intersection. Stone, who lives in a nearby mobile home community, said these types of deadly mistakes happen way too often. Vehicle rolls over, 3 hospitalized out of caution in Champaign 'Well, I've been living here since 2019, and there have been between 8 to 10 accidents and people just running these stop signs, and it's just so dangerous,' Stone said. 'There's been a lot. I mean, I sat in my house out here and know when they hit, and I'm calling my 911 before I even go outside because I just know.' She believes if the two stop signs between Leverett Road had flashing lights, it might make the intersection safer. Stone also said drivers would become more aware of the stop signs and would be less prone to running them. WCIA reached out to IDOT about the concerns, and they said: 'We're continuing to monitor the intersection to see if safety improvements are needed.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Yahoo
Fallen State Trooper remembered by helping others through scholarship
ST. JOSEPH, Ill. (WCIA) — The victim of an accident is being remembered by helping others. The family of fallen State Trooper Corey S. Thompsen is raising money for a scholarship. Thompsen died in a motorcycle accident this past October, now his loved ones and St. Joseph Middle School are putting together a volleyball fundraiser night. The goal of this event is giving back to Thompsen's hometown. Community Spotlight: Trooper Corey S. Thompsen Fundraiser Night The money will go to one graduating student from the school who is planning to study criminal justice. There are multiple ways to donate: They'll have a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, t-shirts and more. The middle school volleyball coach said they're doing this because Trooper Thompsen means a lot to the town. 'His mother is a teacher at our school, his grandmother is a retired teacher from our school and is still a Scholastic Bowl coach,' said Volleyball Coach Jill Lubinski. 'So, they're very much a part of our school family and near and dear to our hearts.' She said the scholarship will be given to one student each year. Right now, they have a few businesses who have already donated around $1,000. The event is on Feb. 24 at the middle school and doors will open at 4:15pm. Currently, organizers are still working out how students will be able to apply and how the winner will be picked. If you are interested in donating to the silent auction, call the middle school office at 217-469-2334. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
