The Champaign Police Department is honoring Officer Christopher Oberheim five years after he was killed in the line of duty. In a social media post shared Monday, the department reflected on Oberheim’s dedication to both his family and the community he served. Officials said his death had a lasting impact on people across multiple communities throughout central Illinois.
FORSYTH, Ill. (WAND) — The first Officer Chris Oberheim Baseball Memorial Tournament is coming up this week.
DANVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - Fallen officer Chris Oberheim was remembered at a softball game between the Decatur, Champaign, and Danville Police Departments.
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - A team of nearly one-hundred cyclists are traveling from Alton to Bridgeview this weekend.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - The Champaign Police Department has unveiled a memorial squad car design in memory of fallen police officer Chris Oberheim.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Lawmakers have introduced a Senate Joint Resolution to name a section of I-72 after fallen Champaign Officer Chris …
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Champaign officials announced road closures for a memorial that will honor fallen law enforcement.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - A local foundation has paid off the mortgage for the family of fallen Champaign Police Officer Chris Oberheim.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - "He did not lose his life. He gave it. That is what we are honoring today."
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - With family members present, Decatur's mayor signed a proclamation honoring the legacy of fallen officer Chris Oberheim.