CHARLESTON, Ill. (WAND) — WAND is working to learn more after a home caught fire in Charleston Saturday afternoon. Read moreHouse catches fire in Charleston
ALTAMONT, Ill. (WAND) — A blown out tire on a vehicle's trailer sparked an caused a brush fire on I-70 near Altamont Saturday afternoon. Read moreBlown out tire causes brush fire on side of I-70
MILMINE, Ill. (WAND) — A bicyclist is dead after being hit by an SUV in Milmine Friday night. Read moreCyclist killed by SUV in Piatt Co.
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — A family of six and their dog has been displaced, and two cats died after a home caught fire Saturday morning. Read moreFamily of 6, dog displaced; 2 cats dead after Decatur house fire
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Springfield Police Department arrested a woman they believe stabbed a man to death Saturday morning. Read morePolice arrest woman they say stabbed man to death in Springfield
A chance for an isolated thunderstorm or two returns today for the first time in several days, although many of us will stay mainly dry. Read moreLittle rain in sight for Central Illinois
The Illinois Freedom Caucus has filed articles of impeachment against Gov. JB Pritzker over "vile comments" made against Republicans. Read moreIllinois Freedom Caucus files impeachment resolution against Pritzker over anti-Republican rhetoric amid political violence
(WAND) -- The Original Friday Frenzy is back for the 2025 season.
The WAND Sports team covered double digit high school football games, including our WAND Matchup of the Week between Riverton and Williamsville. Read moreFriday Frenzy: Williamsville fires on all cylinders in shutout win over Riverton
Members of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) met with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth Friday to discuss biotechnology innovation. Read moreDuckworth meets with biotech innovators to discuss bringing the U.S. to the forefront
Many burn bans have been issued in communities and counties throughout Central Illinois, as the region experiences drought conditions. Read moreBurn bans issued across Central Illinois amid drought conditions
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WAND) — WAND is working to learn more after a home caught fire in Charleston Saturday afternoon. Read moreHouse catches fire in Charleston
ALTAMONT, Ill. (WAND) — A blown out tire on a vehicle's trailer sparked an caused a brush fire on I-70 near Altamont Saturday afternoon. Read moreBlown out tire causes brush fire on side of I-70
MILMINE, Ill. (WAND) — A bicyclist is dead after being hit by an SUV in Milmine Friday night. Read moreCyclist killed by SUV in Piatt Co.
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — A family of six and their dog has been displaced, and two cats died after a home caught fire Saturday morning. Read moreFamily of 6, dog displaced; 2 cats dead after Decatur house fire
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Springfield Police Department arrested a woman they believe stabbed a man to death Saturday morning. Read morePolice arrest woman they say stabbed man to death in Springfield
A chance for an isolated thunderstorm or two returns today for the first time in several days, although many of us will stay mainly dry. Read moreLittle rain in sight for Central Illinois
The Illinois Freedom Caucus has filed articles of impeachment against Gov. JB Pritzker over "vile comments" made against Republicans. Read moreIllinois Freedom Caucus files impeachment resolution against Pritzker over anti-Republican rhetoric amid political violence
(WAND) -- The Original Friday Frenzy is back for the 2025 season.
The WAND Sports team covered double digit high school football games, including our WAND Matchup of the Week between Riverton and Williamsville. Read moreFriday Frenzy: Williamsville fires on all cylinders in shutout win over Riverton
Members of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) met with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth Friday to discuss biotechnology innovation. Read moreDuckworth meets with biotech innovators to discuss bringing the U.S. to the forefront
Many burn bans have been issued in communities and counties throughout Central Illinois, as the region experiences drought conditions. Read moreBurn bans issued across Central Illinois amid drought conditions
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WAND) — The Champaign County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in an ongoing investigation into the 1985 death of Dr. Barbara Bremer. Read moreChampaign Co. Sheriff's Office asks for public's help in 1985 cold case
The 53rd annual Capital City Century returns to Springfield in September, offering something that cyclists of all levels can enjoy. Read moreBreaking away into fall with the 53rd annual Capital City Century
The Illinois Pork Producers Association announced that a new livestock apprenticeship program will be available at five Illinois community colleges. Read moreIL livestock apprenticeship lets students go hog wild with debt-free tuition, certificates
The fifth annual Operation Obstacle is set for Sept. 20 at Richland Community College in Decatur to raise awareness of veteran suicide. Read more5th annual Richland's Operation Obstacle to raise awareness of veteran suicide
The City of Urbana has launched its new Philo Road Ahead initiative aimed at bringing new life to the Philo Road Corridor. Read moreUrbana launches initiative to revitalize Philo Road Corridor
The Illinois Department of Labor is recognizing worker contributions and its ongoing efforts to uphold workers' rights statewide. Read moreIDOL releases annual Labor Day report highlighting workers' rights, protections
The Railyard will bring the flavor of New Orleans and the soul of Memphis to Springfield during the Bourbon & Beale Street Fest in September. Read moreBourbon & Beale Street Fest bringing the flavor of NOLA to Route 66 in Springfield
OSF Healthcare is working to address its rehab bed needs amid the release of a new report from the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board. Read moreOSF working to address rehab bed needs following HFSRB findings
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — The City of Champaign is invited residents to come together for their Welcoming Week from September 12-21 to celebrate immigrants in the community. Read moreChampaign celebrates immigrants in community with Welcoming Week
The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across central Illinois. Here are a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening in your area. Read more5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois September 12-14
The City of Champaign is launching the City Center Team, focusing on helping visitors, safety monitoring, cleanup, beautification, graffiti abatement, and more. Read moreCity of Champaign launches the new City Center Team
A burn ban has been issued for Chatham. Read moreBurn ban issued for Chatham