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Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
‘Lead with collaboration'; Urbana leaders sworn in
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Saturday marked a new era of leadership in Urbana. New and returning city leaders were sworn in to service, now tasked with paving the way for how the city moves forward. Among those leaders, Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams took the stage for a moment years in the making. Pro-Palestine student protestors return to Alma Mater at U of I 'We will lead with collaboration ensuring that all voices are heard,' Williams said. Williams announced his candidacy back in 2022. He defeated fellow Democrat Annie Adams in February's primary and ran unopposed in the general election last month. With weeks of preparation and transition materials under his belt, he's one step closer to his realized dream. As the first Black man in the role, he said his success shows that a person's story doesn't have to end how it started. Champaign community honors stabbing victim through skateboarding 'I know what it's like to be judged before I speak or to be seen as a threat before I am seen,' Williams said. 'As a person, my lived experience drives my mission. I am not here to perform; I am simply here to transform.' Williams said he's already working on ways to combat crime, create jobs and reduce homelessness. Along with his fellow elected officials, he will be administered at the City Council meeting on Monday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Urbana set to host inauguration ceremony for mayor-elect, city council, officials
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Urbana will soon officially enter a new chapter in its leadership. On Saturday, May 3, Mayor-Elect DeShawn Williams will be sworn in as the 51st Mayor of Urbana, alongside members of the city council and other recently elected officials. The ceremony will take place inside Lincoln Square Mall. PREVIOUSLY: 'It's definitely surreal'; DeShawn Williams wins Democratic primary Williams said this event marks the beginning of a 'stronger, more inclusive Urbana,' in a news release. The public is invited to attend the ceremony. 'I am deeply honored to serve the people of Urbana and lead our city into a future full of promise and opportunity,' Williams said. 'This ceremony is not only a celebration, but a call to action for us to work together on behalf of all residents.' Mahomet Police Chief announces retirement after 46-year career Williams will officially assume mayoral duties after the city council meeting on May 5. The ceremony begins at 1 p.m. For more information, you can contact info@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
