Poland says that multiple Russian drones entered its territory over the course of several hours and were shot down with help from NATO allies. The military described the incursion as an “act of aggression” carried out during a wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine. The Kremlin refused to comment, but its close ally, Belarus, said it tracked some drones that “lost their course” because they were jammed. However, several European leaders said they believe that the incursion amounted to an intentional escalation by Russia. Poland said some of the drones came from Belarus. Polish airspace has been violated many times since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, but there has been nothing on this scale in Poland or in any other Western nation along the eastern flank of NATO. Read morePoland says it shot down Russian drones that violated its airspace during strikes on Ukraine
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - A warming trend that started across Central Illinois Monday will develop into another heat wave as summer winds down. Read moreAnother summer heat wave gets underway
The Department of Equity and Engagement held a community meeting in Champaign Tuesday to discuss strategies for reducing gun violence. Read moreChampaign residents gather to address gaps in gun violence prevention
The #9 Illinois Fighting Illini put their six-game winning streak on the line at home against the Western Michigan Broncos on Saturday. Read moreHow to Watch | #9 Illinois returns home to bust the Western Michigan Broncos
Decatur Public Schools is inviting local churches, businesses, and organizations to partner with schools through its Adopt A School program, which is designed to build relationships that directly support student success. Read moreDecatur Public Schools calls on community to 'Adopt A School'
Geoffrey Seymore has asked the Illinois Supreme Court whether good conduct credit can be used to cut down on jail time he received after violating pretrial release conditions. Read moreIL Supreme Court hears arguments over whether good conduct credits should reduce pretrial jail sanctions
The Decatur Fire Department successfully contained a "smoldering event" at ADM's East plant Tuesday. Read moreDecatur Fire Department contain 'smoldering event' at ADM East plant
The University of Illinois Athletics department received a significant $100 million donation to create a lasting impact on present and future Illini student-athletes. Read moreLarry Gies makes generous $100 million gift to Illinois Athletics
The Village of Blue Mound says the tap water is once again safe. Read moreBlue Mound water deemed safe again
Ford is recalling almost 1.5 million vehicles in the United States because the rear view camera may show a blank or distorted image on the center display screen while the vehicle is in reverse, which can reduce or distort the driver’s view of what’s behind the car and increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes certain vehicles from model years 2015 to 2019 of the Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln MKC, Mustang, Ranger, Transit, Transit Connect, Econoline, Edge, Expedition, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD and F-550 SD. Read moreFord recalling almost 1.5 million vehicles in US due to rear view camera issue
Poland says that multiple Russian drones entered its territory over the course of several hours and were shot down with help from NATO allies. The military described the incursion as an “act of aggression” carried out during a wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine. The Kremlin refused to comment, but its close ally, Belarus, said it tracked some drones that “lost their course” because they were jammed. However, several European leaders said they believe that the incursion amounted to an intentional escalation by Russia. Poland said some of the drones came from Belarus. Polish airspace has been violated many times since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, but there has been nothing on this scale in Poland or in any other Western nation along the eastern flank of NATO. Read morePoland says it shot down Russian drones that violated its airspace during strikes on Ukraine
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - A warming trend that started across Central Illinois Monday will develop into another heat wave as summer winds down. Read moreAnother summer heat wave gets underway
The Department of Equity and Engagement held a community meeting in Champaign Tuesday to discuss strategies for reducing gun violence. Read moreChampaign residents gather to address gaps in gun violence prevention
The #9 Illinois Fighting Illini put their six-game winning streak on the line at home against the Western Michigan Broncos on Saturday. Read moreHow to Watch | #9 Illinois returns home to bust the Western Michigan Broncos
Decatur Public Schools is inviting local churches, businesses, and organizations to partner with schools through its Adopt A School program, which is designed to build relationships that directly support student success. Read moreDecatur Public Schools calls on community to 'Adopt A School'
Geoffrey Seymore has asked the Illinois Supreme Court whether good conduct credit can be used to cut down on jail time he received after violating pretrial release conditions. Read moreIL Supreme Court hears arguments over whether good conduct credits should reduce pretrial jail sanctions
The Decatur Fire Department successfully contained a "smoldering event" at ADM's East plant Tuesday. Read moreDecatur Fire Department contain 'smoldering event' at ADM East plant
The University of Illinois Athletics department received a significant $100 million donation to create a lasting impact on present and future Illini student-athletes. Read moreLarry Gies makes generous $100 million gift to Illinois Athletics
The Village of Blue Mound says the tap water is once again safe. Read moreBlue Mound water deemed safe again
Ford is recalling almost 1.5 million vehicles in the United States because the rear view camera may show a blank or distorted image on the center display screen while the vehicle is in reverse, which can reduce or distort the driver’s view of what’s behind the car and increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes certain vehicles from model years 2015 to 2019 of the Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln MKC, Mustang, Ranger, Transit, Transit Connect, Econoline, Edge, Expedition, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD and F-550 SD. Read moreFord recalling almost 1.5 million vehicles in US due to rear view camera issue
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 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 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
Decatur Public Schools is looking for Adopt A School partners to help its schools and students benefit from additional resources and support. Read moreDPS looking for Adopt A School partners to support student success
The Department of Equity and Engagement held a community meeting in Champaign Tuesday to discuss strategies for reducing gun violence. Read moreChampaign residents gather to address gaps in gun violence prevention
The Latest: Chief Justice Roberts allows Trump’s foreign aid freeze that threatens nearly $5 billion
Chief Justice John Roberts is temporarily keeping in place the Trump administration’s decision to freeze nearly $5 billion in foreign aid. The high court order is temporary, though it suggests that the justices will reverse a lower court's ruling that withholding the funding was likely illeg… Read moreThe Latest: Chief Justice Roberts allows Trump’s foreign aid freeze that threatens nearly $5 billion
The Lincoln Library is going on a tour across Springfield with its new bookmobile. Read moreLincoln Library's bookmobile to bring community together through books and connection
Faries Parkway in Decatur will be closed nightly for bridge structure work. Read moreFaries Parkway in Decatur closing nightly for bridge structure work
The Sherman Fire Protection District issued the ban for the district boundaries. Read moreSherman issues burn ban
The Vermilion River Fall Festival kicks off September 19. Read moreVermilion River Fall Festival returns for 50th year