An abandoned house in Danville is a total loss after an early-morning fire over the weekend. Read moreAbandoned house fire under investigation in Danville
The United States says it has bombed radar and drone sites in Iran after Tehran shot down an American drone over the weekend. Iran then said it targeted American soldiers in Kuwait with missiles, which the U.S. says it shot down on Monday. The nominal ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. has been repeatedly tested with such back-and-forth attacks, even as officials from both countries try to negotiate an end to the war. It’s not clear how close they are to a deal. There is always the risk that an attack could derail those talks. Meantime, Iran has maintained its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global energy supplies. Fighting has also escalated between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Read moreUS bombs Iranian military sites, then downs missiles Tehran fired at troops in Kuwait
Families across Illinois can access free meals and snacks this summer for children 18 and younger through federal nutrition programs administered by the Illinois State Board of Education. More than 1,000 meal sites across 72 counties are currently participating, with additional locations still being added throughout the summer. Read moreIL expands free summer meal access for children across the state
The bipartisan proposal passed out of the Senate on 38-19 vote Sunday, but the legislation stalled in the House. Read moreIL House adjourns without vote on downtown Springfield development bill
Decatur Police have arrested a second person believed to be involved in a deadly shooting last week. Read moreSecond arrest made in deadly Decatur shooting
The Chicago Bears are sticking with their current timeline for selecting a site for a new stadium amid an uncertain future for a proposal in the Illinois state legislature that would provide incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in the state. The Illinois Senate has passed a bill that would clear the way for Arlington Heights and Chicago to create local stadium authorities, creating a pathway for the Bears to avoid paying property taxes on a new stadium in Illinois. But the House has adjourned without taking up the measure. The Bears say they are finalizing their evaluation of possible stadium sites in Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana. Read moreChicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives
Illinois Democratic lawmakers passed a roughly $56 billion budget in the early morning hours of June 1. Read moreIL Democratic lawmakers pass $55.9 billion budget, send plan to Pritzker
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Monday and happy June! We’re kicking off the month with chances for rain showers throughout the day. Read moreRaindrops to start the month
A new twist hopes to prevent a fourth quarter collapse in the Bears Stadium deal. Read moreNew twist hopes to prevent fourth quarter collapse in Bears Stadium deal
Lake Springfield hosted a state bass fishing tournament over the weekend. Read moreOver 50 high schools compete at Lake Springfield for bass fishing tournament
An abandoned house in Danville is a total loss after an early-morning fire over the weekend. Read moreAbandoned house fire under investigation in Danville
The United States says it has bombed radar and drone sites in Iran after Tehran shot down an American drone over the weekend. Iran then said it targeted American soldiers in Kuwait with missiles, which the U.S. says it shot down on Monday. The nominal ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. has been repeatedly tested with such back-and-forth attacks, even as officials from both countries try to negotiate an end to the war. It’s not clear how close they are to a deal. There is always the risk that an attack could derail those talks. Meantime, Iran has maintained its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global energy supplies. Fighting has also escalated between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Read moreUS bombs Iranian military sites, then downs missiles Tehran fired at troops in Kuwait
Families across Illinois can access free meals and snacks this summer for children 18 and younger through federal nutrition programs administered by the Illinois State Board of Education. More than 1,000 meal sites across 72 counties are currently participating, with additional locations still being added throughout the summer. Read moreIL expands free summer meal access for children across the state
The bipartisan proposal passed out of the Senate on 38-19 vote Sunday, but the legislation stalled in the House. Read moreIL House adjourns without vote on downtown Springfield development bill
Decatur Police have arrested a second person believed to be involved in a deadly shooting last week. Read moreSecond arrest made in deadly Decatur shooting
The Chicago Bears are sticking with their current timeline for selecting a site for a new stadium amid an uncertain future for a proposal in the Illinois state legislature that would provide incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in the state. The Illinois Senate has passed a bill that would clear the way for Arlington Heights and Chicago to create local stadium authorities, creating a pathway for the Bears to avoid paying property taxes on a new stadium in Illinois. But the House has adjourned without taking up the measure. The Bears say they are finalizing their evaluation of possible stadium sites in Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana. Read moreChicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives
Illinois Democratic lawmakers passed a roughly $56 billion budget in the early morning hours of June 1. Read moreIL Democratic lawmakers pass $55.9 billion budget, send plan to Pritzker
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Monday and happy June! We’re kicking off the month with chances for rain showers throughout the day. Read moreRaindrops to start the month
A new twist hopes to prevent a fourth quarter collapse in the Bears Stadium deal. Read moreNew twist hopes to prevent fourth quarter collapse in Bears Stadium deal
Lake Springfield hosted a state bass fishing tournament over the weekend. Read moreOver 50 high schools compete at Lake Springfield for bass fishing tournament
The Champaign County History Museum is launching a major America 250 celebration with a kickoff event and rare historical exhibit highlighting the nation’s founding. The celebration begins June 13 with a free public kickoff at the museum, featuring music, ceremonial flag events, remarks from… Read moreChampaign Co. History Museum announces 250 celebration events
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 May 29-31
During an event Thursday at the Brickyard in Mount Pulaski, Bureau Board President Molly Pickering said this is part of a months-long effort to hear what people wanted to see represented throughout central Illinois. Read moreResidents asked for input to shape future of Logan County tourism
Richland Community College is partnering with the Children's Museum of Illinois to form a teaching kitchen. Read moreRichland, Children's Museum of Illinois cooking up a teaching kitchen
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Decatur Public Schools is seeking a new after-school vendor after ending its before and after-school programs due to budget cuts. Read moreDecatur Public Schools seeks new after-school vendor after budget cuts
Champaign's point-in-time survey shows the city saw a 159% increase in homelessness from 2022-25. Read moreCity of Champaign considers new blueprint to manage homeless population
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The Champaign County History Museum is launching a major America 250 celebration with a kickoff event and rare historical exhibit highlighting the nation’s founding. The celebration begins June 13 with a free public kickoff at the museum, featuring music, ceremonial flag events, remarks from… Read moreChampaign Co. History Museum announces 250 celebration events
We are giving one homeowner the chance to have their roof replaced for free! Read moreRenew A Roof
The Urbana City Council has a busy agenda Monday night. Read moreUrbana City Council to vote on new apartment building, new satellite police office
Over 1,200 pounds of food and $600 in cash were collected during the "Pack the Cruiser" food drive hosted by the Decatur Police Department and Kroger. Read moreOver 1,200 lbs of food, $600 collected during 'Pack the Cruiser' food drive
A Danville church is using basketball to promote a message of peace and community. Read moreDanville church holds 6th annual Anti-Violence Basketball Tournament
Community leaders in Decatur started a new gun safety initiative, with hopes that it can help prevent tragedy before it happens. Read moreDecatur organization distributes gun lock boxes to promote gun violence prevention
