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5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois June 12-14
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5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois June 12-14

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 12 hrs ago

The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across central Illinois. Here is a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening in your area.  

Power outages improve, but thousands remain without electricity
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Power outages improve, but thousands remain without electricity

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 11 hrs ago

Thousands of people are without power Thursday evening as severe storms move across central Illinois. 

NWS: EF-1 tornado touched down in Springfield, 2 confirmed in Menard Co.
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NWS: EF-1 tornado touched down in Springfield, 2 confirmed in Menard Co.

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 13 hrs ago

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down on the north side of Springfield Wednesday night. 

Springfield rallies around APL staff, animals after EF-1 tornado damages shelter
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Springfield rallies around APL staff, animals after EF-1 tornado damages shelter

  • Rashaad Jones
  • Updated 15 hrs ago

The EF-1 tornado that hit Springfield on Wednesday caused serious property damage to the Animal Protection League shelter. 

'We heard this big rumble': Danville elementary school roof damaged following storms
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'We heard this big rumble': Danville elementary school roof damaged following storms

  • WAND Digital Team, Carlee Bronkema
  • Updated 12 hrs ago

Neighbors on Colfax Drive woke up to large portions of the roof in their front and backyards, and on top of their homes. 

HSHS St. Mary's announces launch of new Parkinson's support group
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HSHS St. Mary's announces launch of new Parkinson's support group

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 20 hrs ago

HSHS St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur announced the launch of a new Parkinson's Disease support group. 

Water distribution for Tuscola, Arcola, West Prairie impacted by Thursday's storm
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Water distribution for Tuscola, Arcola, West Prairie impacted by Thursday's storm

  • Updated 22 hrs ago

Illinois American Water is experiencing a supply/distribution issue affecting the system that serves Tuscola, Arcola, and West Prairie, due to Thursday night's storm. 

Rock Springs Nature Center, bike trail closed Friday after storms
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Rock Springs Nature Center, bike trail closed Friday after storms

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 23 hrs ago

Rock Springs Nature Center and Rock Springs-Fairview Bike Trail are closed Friday after severe storms moved through the area. 

Macon County Board honors legacy of former Decatur leader Bill Oliver
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Macon County Board honors legacy of former Decatur leader Bill Oliver

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Jun 11, 2026

Oliver was the first Black man elected to the Decatur City Council and spent decades serving the community. Many city officials said Oliver embodied integrity.

PHOTOS: Storm damage seen across central Illinois after overnight severe weather
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PHOTOS: Storm damage seen across central Illinois after overnight severe weather

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Jun 11, 2026

Severe storms moved through parts of central Illinois Thursday evening, knocking out power to thousands and leaving behind widespread damage in some areas.

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