The Decatur Park District is asking for the public's help in finding a vehicle that was stolen from them. Read moreDecatur Park District seeks help finding stolen maintenance vehicle
A University of Illinois police officer will not face charges after being arrested Sunday afternoon following a domestic battery call. Read moreNo charges filed on University of Illinois police officer arrested after domestic battery call
About 450 students at the University of Illinois will be relocated after Snyder Hall flooded. Read more450 U of I students to be relocated after residence hall floods
Runners are invited to "hit the road, earn the medals" in the new I-74 challenge. Read moreFrom Champaign to Moline: New challenge connects 3 major Illinois race weekends
A senior administration official says the Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war. The department sent the request to the White House, according to the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the private information. It’s an extraordinarily high number and comes on top of extra funding the Defense Department already received last year in President Donald Trump’s big tax cuts bill. Congress is bracing for a new spending request but it is not clear the White House has transmitted the request for consideration. It is unclear the spending request would have support. Read morePentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, AP source says
March Madness is back! It’s time to fill out your 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket. The full tournament field was revealed Sunday evening during the annual Selection Show, setting the stage for weeks of buzzer-beaters and bracket busters. Read moreMake your 2026 NCAA Tournament picks with our printable bracket
A mild start to the day, before sunny skies warm things up quickly. Read moreTemperatures will soar with the sunshine
GREENVILLE, SC (WAND) -- Illinois’ last trip to the national title game was more than 20 years ago, but this March a return may be closer than ever. Read moreIllinois preparing for first round game against Penn
CREW is a blend of local organizations building a community-driven safety plan, which community leaders and families say is long overdue. Read moreDecatur leaders, families unite through CREW to tackle gun violence
One man was arrested and charged with armed robbery following an hours-long standoff in Decatur Friday afternoon. Read moreMan charged with armed robbery after barricading himself inside Decatur home
The Decatur Park District is asking for the public's help in finding a vehicle that was stolen from them. Read moreDecatur Park District seeks help finding stolen maintenance vehicle
A University of Illinois police officer will not face charges after being arrested Sunday afternoon following a domestic battery call. Read moreNo charges filed on University of Illinois police officer arrested after domestic battery call
About 450 students at the University of Illinois will be relocated after Snyder Hall flooded. Read more450 U of I students to be relocated after residence hall floods
Runners are invited to "hit the road, earn the medals" in the new I-74 challenge. Read moreFrom Champaign to Moline: New challenge connects 3 major Illinois race weekends
A senior administration official says the Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war. The department sent the request to the White House, according to the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the private information. It’s an extraordinarily high number and comes on top of extra funding the Defense Department already received last year in President Donald Trump’s big tax cuts bill. Congress is bracing for a new spending request but it is not clear the White House has transmitted the request for consideration. It is unclear the spending request would have support. Read morePentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, AP source says
March Madness is back! It’s time to fill out your 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket. The full tournament field was revealed Sunday evening during the annual Selection Show, setting the stage for weeks of buzzer-beaters and bracket busters. Read moreMake your 2026 NCAA Tournament picks with our printable bracket
A mild start to the day, before sunny skies warm things up quickly. Read moreTemperatures will soar with the sunshine
GREENVILLE, SC (WAND) -- Illinois’ last trip to the national title game was more than 20 years ago, but this March a return may be closer than ever. Read moreIllinois preparing for first round game against Penn
CREW is a blend of local organizations building a community-driven safety plan, which community leaders and families say is long overdue. Read moreDecatur leaders, families unite through CREW to tackle gun violence
One man was arrested and charged with armed robbery following an hours-long standoff in Decatur Friday afternoon. Read moreMan charged with armed robbery after barricading himself inside Decatur home
During the season of Lent, some Christians choose to avoid consuming meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice. Read more2026 guide to Lenten fish fries in Central Illinois
A group of young leaders in Decatur is working to create more opportunities, safer spaces, and stronger connections for youth and young adults. Read moreYoung Adults Moving 4 Success aims to uplift Decatur through events and mentorship
Stratton came out on top against Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Congresswoman Robin Kelly in a tightly-contested race. On the Republican side, Don Tracy was the projected winner and will face Stratton in November. Read moreJuliana Stratton set for November General Election matchup against Don Tracy
County clerks saw a slow start to the morning, but voter traffic picked up after work ended for a lot of people in the area. Read morePrimary Election turnout starts slow, but picks up later in day
Registration is officially open for the 2026 Lake Springfield boating season, according to City, Water, Light and Power. Read moreCWLP opens registration for 2026 Lake Springfield boating season
Downtown Danville Inc. said Bresee Bar and Grill is located at 8 North Street and will open to the public Sunday, March 22. Read moreBresee Bar and Grill set to open in Downtown Danville
New! The latest from WAND in your inbox
Sign up for our newsletters to receive breaking news and daily headlines.
Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup.
Error! There was an error processing your request.
During the season of Lent, some Christians choose to avoid consuming meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice. Read more2026 guide to Lenten fish fries in Central Illinois
Aetna Better Health of Illinois is hosting a free pop-up farmers market Friday at the Macon County Health Department in Decatur. Read moreFree pop-up farmers market to be held at Macon Co. Health Dept.
Happy tails is back! Every Wednesday, WAND will feature animals from the Decatur & Macon County Animal Shelter Foundation (DMCASF). Read moreWAND's Happy Tails featuring Blu and Professor Burke
The Lincoln Memorial Hospital Market returns for its 11th season in May. Read moreLincoln Memorial Hospital Market returns for 11th season
High school and junior high choirs have a chance to perform with Foreigner when they take the stage at The Devon in Decatur this August. Read moreLocal choirs can compete to perform with Foreigner at The Devon
Tri-County (IL) Chapter of The Links Incorporated, is hosting their Annual Black Family Wellness Expo in Springfield Saturday. Read moreAnnual Black Family Wellness Expo to be held in Springfield
