A Decatur man was arrested Friday for possessing several pictures and videos of child pornography, according to a sworn statement. Read moreDecatur man arrested on 14 child pornography charges
The Champaign Police Department is offering free steering wheel locks to combat vehicle thefts for Kia and Hyundai owners "related to a social media trend." Read moreKia, Hyundai owners eligible for free steering wheel locks at Champaign Police Department
Cuban soldiers have killed four people aboard a speed boat registered in Florida that opened fire on officers in Cuban waters. Cuba’s Interior Ministry issued a statement that provided few details about the shooting, but noted the boat was roughly one mile northeast of Cayo Falcones, off Cuba’s north coast. It was unclear if any U.S. citizens were aboard. The government provided the boat’s registration number, but The Associated Press was unable to verify details of the boat because boat registrations are not public in the state of Florida. Officials said one Cuban officer was injured, four suspects killed and six others injured. Read moreCuba says it killed 4 people aboard Florida-registered speedboat that opened fire on soldiers
An investigation is underway after a single-family home caught fire in Champaign Wednesday morning. Read moreNo injuries after morning house fire in Champaign
Fighting Illini guard Gretchen Dolan will miss the rest of the 2025-26 season after tearing her meniscus. Read moreIllini guard Gretchen Dolan to miss remainder of season with torn meniscus
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, and it mixes pop, rap, metal, R&B and more. The Hall released the list on Wednesday. It includes Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross, Shakira and the Wu-Tang Clan. It also names Melissa Etheridge, Jeff Buckley, Pink, New Edition, Sade, Billy Idol, Joy Division/New Order, plus The Black Crowes and Oasis. Ten acts appear for the first time. More than 1,200 voters decide. The final class will be revealed in April. Read morePhil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations
A harm reduction vending machine has been installed in Taylorville to help prevent overdoses. Read moreNew vending machine offers lifesaving overdose prevention supplies in Taylorville
State lawmakers and education leaders are pushing for plans to protect community schools and afterschool programming following significant federal funding cuts. Read moreAdvocates call for community school, afterschool program investments amid federal cuts
Sponsors and advocates say it's important for students and families to know what their future work life can be. Read moreIL House committee approves bill improving special ed transition plan
A man has been arrested after a person was stabbed in Danville Tuesday. Read moreMan arrested for domestic battery in Danville stabbing
A Decatur man was arrested Friday for possessing several pictures and videos of child pornography, according to a sworn statement. Read moreDecatur man arrested on 14 child pornography charges
The Champaign Police Department is offering free steering wheel locks to combat vehicle thefts for Kia and Hyundai owners "related to a social media trend." Read moreKia, Hyundai owners eligible for free steering wheel locks at Champaign Police Department
Cuban soldiers have killed four people aboard a speed boat registered in Florida that opened fire on officers in Cuban waters. Cuba’s Interior Ministry issued a statement that provided few details about the shooting, but noted the boat was roughly one mile northeast of Cayo Falcones, off Cuba’s north coast. It was unclear if any U.S. citizens were aboard. The government provided the boat’s registration number, but The Associated Press was unable to verify details of the boat because boat registrations are not public in the state of Florida. Officials said one Cuban officer was injured, four suspects killed and six others injured. Read moreCuba says it killed 4 people aboard Florida-registered speedboat that opened fire on soldiers
An investigation is underway after a single-family home caught fire in Champaign Wednesday morning. Read moreNo injuries after morning house fire in Champaign
Fighting Illini guard Gretchen Dolan will miss the rest of the 2025-26 season after tearing her meniscus. Read moreIllini guard Gretchen Dolan to miss remainder of season with torn meniscus
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, and it mixes pop, rap, metal, R&B and more. The Hall released the list on Wednesday. It includes Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross, Shakira and the Wu-Tang Clan. It also names Melissa Etheridge, Jeff Buckley, Pink, New Edition, Sade, Billy Idol, Joy Division/New Order, plus The Black Crowes and Oasis. Ten acts appear for the first time. More than 1,200 voters decide. The final class will be revealed in April. Read morePhil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations
A harm reduction vending machine has been installed in Taylorville to help prevent overdoses. Read moreNew vending machine offers lifesaving overdose prevention supplies in Taylorville
State lawmakers and education leaders are pushing for plans to protect community schools and afterschool programming following significant federal funding cuts. Read moreAdvocates call for community school, afterschool program investments amid federal cuts
Sponsors and advocates say it's important for students and families to know what their future work life can be. Read moreIL House committee approves bill improving special ed transition plan
A man has been arrested after a person was stabbed in Danville Tuesday. Read moreMan arrested for domestic battery in Danville stabbing
A list of of food pantries and services across WAND viewing counties in central Illinois. Read moreWhere to find food pantries in your area across Central Illinois
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
McDonald's on West Eldorado in Decatur was named the top Round-Up fundraising store in 2025, raising $16,411 for families with children needing medical care. Read moreWest Eldorado McDonald’s raises over $16k for Ronald McDonald House
The Champaign County Association of Realtors said it's building momentum as it plunges deeper into 2026. Read moreChampaign County sees slight dip in home sales, prices on the rise
Heartland Credit Union and the Sangamon County Circuit Clerk's Office are set to offer convenient passport registration day. Read moreHeartland Credit Union in Springfield to offer convenient passport registration day
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) – There will be a move this legislative session to toughen up an Illinois drunk driving law. A bill is pending in the Illinois House to lower the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers from .08 to .05. Read moreBill in Illinois House could lower legal blood alcohol limit
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
McDonald's on West Eldorado in Decatur was named the top Round-Up fundraising store in 2025, raising $16,411 for families with children needing medical care. Read moreWest Eldorado McDonald’s raises over $16k for Ronald McDonald House
Taylorville Memorial Hospital has announced a new Director of Hospitality. Read moreTaylorville Memorial Hospital announces new Director of Hospitality
Decatur Christian School's FTC Robotics team is headed to the state championships. Read moreDecatur Christian's robotics team headed to state championships
Decatur native Terrence Taylor — better known as DJ TAT — will take his talents to a national stage as an Official DJ for the Big Ten. Read moreDecatur DJ takes talents to national stage as Official DJ for the Big Ten
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs will commemorate the 35th anniversary of the ceasefire that ended Operation Desert Storm with a ceremony on Saturday. Read moreIL Dept. of Veterans Affairs hosting 35th Operation Desert Storm Ceasefire Remembrance Day
