The Illinois Fighting Illini have hired Tyrone Wheatley as its running backs coach, head coach Bret Bielema announced Monday. Read moreIllinois football names Tyrone Wheatley running backs coach
Investigators working on the disappearance of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother are consulting with Walmart management to develop leads. That's because a backpack the suspect was wearing is sold exclusively at Walmart stores. Chris Nanos, the sheriff of Pima County, Arizona, told The Associated Press in a text message on Monday that the suspect's “Ozark Trail Hiker Pack” is the only clothing item that has been “definitively identified.” Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her Arizona home on Jan. 31 and was reported missing the following day. The Federal Bureau of Investigation released surveillance videos of a masked person wearing a handgun holster outside Guthrie’s front door the night she vanished. Read moreNancy Guthrie kidnapping investigators work with Walmart after identifying suspect’s backpack
Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor whose classic roles included the wily confidant of the first two “Godfather” movies, had died at age 95. He first gained notice for a small part as the reclusive neighbor in “To Kill a Mockingbird.” He won an Academy Award as best actor for portraying the over-the-hill country music singer in the 1983 film “Tender Mercies.” He also won four Golden Globes, including one for playing the philosophical cattle-drive boss in the 1989 miniseries “Lonesome Dove,” a role he often cited as his favorite. Read moreRobert Duvall, Oscar-winning actor and 'Godfather' mainstay, dead at 95
A book store in Monticello is closing after seven years in business. Read moreMonticello book shop closing after 7 years in business
A 26-year-old woman who was killed following a reported accidental shooting Saturday evening in Decatur has been identified. Read moreWoman killed in reported accidental shooting in Decatur identified
Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood. U.S. stock markets and banks are closed Monday but will reopen on Tuesday. National parks are open and free to U.S. residents on Presidents Day. The official designation for the holiday is Washington’s Birthday after first President George Washington, although it has come to be known informally as Presidents Day. Read morePresidents Day 2026: Here's what's open and closed on the holiday
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Monday! We have a very warm week ahead with high temperatures about 20 to 25 degrees above average. We have a foggy morning ahead with a de… Read moreA very warm week ahead
With just a month until the March primary election, the NAACP hosted a forum for the democratic candidates running to replace U.S. Senator Dick Durbin Sunday. Read moreNAACP hosts Democratic forum ahead of March primary election
The FBI says a glove containing DNA was found about two miles from Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home and appears to match those worn by a masked person outside her front door the night she vanished. The glove, found in a field near the side of the road, was sent off for DNA testing. The discovery was revealed days after investigators had released surveillance videos of the masked person outside Guthrie’s front door in Tucson. Guthrie is the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie and was last seen at her home on Jan. 31. Purported ransom notes were sent to news outlets, but two deadlines for paying have passed. Read moreFBI: DNA recovered from glove found near Guthrie home that appears to match glove worn by suspect
One person is dead after a Valentine's Day shooting in Jacksonville. Read moreSuspect arrested in Jacksonville Valentine's Day shooting
The Illinois Fighting Illini have hired Tyrone Wheatley as its running backs coach, head coach Bret Bielema announced Monday. Read moreIllinois football names Tyrone Wheatley running backs coach
Investigators working on the disappearance of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother are consulting with Walmart management to develop leads. That's because a backpack the suspect was wearing is sold exclusively at Walmart stores. Chris Nanos, the sheriff of Pima County, Arizona, told The Associated Press in a text message on Monday that the suspect's “Ozark Trail Hiker Pack” is the only clothing item that has been “definitively identified.” Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her Arizona home on Jan. 31 and was reported missing the following day. The Federal Bureau of Investigation released surveillance videos of a masked person wearing a handgun holster outside Guthrie’s front door the night she vanished. Read moreNancy Guthrie kidnapping investigators work with Walmart after identifying suspect’s backpack
Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor whose classic roles included the wily confidant of the first two “Godfather” movies, had died at age 95. He first gained notice for a small part as the reclusive neighbor in “To Kill a Mockingbird.” He won an Academy Award as best actor for portraying the over-the-hill country music singer in the 1983 film “Tender Mercies.” He also won four Golden Globes, including one for playing the philosophical cattle-drive boss in the 1989 miniseries “Lonesome Dove,” a role he often cited as his favorite. Read moreRobert Duvall, Oscar-winning actor and 'Godfather' mainstay, dead at 95
A book store in Monticello is closing after seven years in business. Read moreMonticello book shop closing after 7 years in business
A 26-year-old woman who was killed following a reported accidental shooting Saturday evening in Decatur has been identified. Read moreWoman killed in reported accidental shooting in Decatur identified
Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood. U.S. stock markets and banks are closed Monday but will reopen on Tuesday. National parks are open and free to U.S. residents on Presidents Day. The official designation for the holiday is Washington’s Birthday after first President George Washington, although it has come to be known informally as Presidents Day. Read morePresidents Day 2026: Here's what's open and closed on the holiday
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Monday! We have a very warm week ahead with high temperatures about 20 to 25 degrees above average. We have a foggy morning ahead with a de… Read moreA very warm week ahead
With just a month until the March primary election, the NAACP hosted a forum for the democratic candidates running to replace U.S. Senator Dick Durbin Sunday. Read moreNAACP hosts Democratic forum ahead of March primary election
The FBI says a glove containing DNA was found about two miles from Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home and appears to match those worn by a masked person outside her front door the night she vanished. The glove, found in a field near the side of the road, was sent off for DNA testing. The discovery was revealed days after investigators had released surveillance videos of the masked person outside Guthrie’s front door in Tucson. Guthrie is the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie and was last seen at her home on Jan. 31. Purported ransom notes were sent to news outlets, but two deadlines for paying have passed. Read moreFBI: DNA recovered from glove found near Guthrie home that appears to match glove worn by suspect
One person is dead after a Valentine's Day shooting in Jacksonville. Read moreSuspect arrested in Jacksonville Valentine's Day shooting
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
Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur is looking to connect with the community. Read moreHeritage invites Decatur community to learn about new behavioral health facility
The City of Decatur announced Thursday that new level III electric vehicle chargers are now open and live at varying spots in the community. Read moreDecatur launches new level III EV chargers in various spots across city
Dove Inc. hosted an open conversation in Decatur on Wednesday regarding the future of its Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Read moreDove Inc. discusses uncertain future of RSVP program
(WAND) - Illinois Sen. Ram Villivalam joined advocates with the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition on Wednesday to introduce the POWER Act. Read morePOWER Act introduced to address rising data center energy demands
The state of Illinois is providing $465,695 to the Logan County Tourism Bureau for Route 66 tourism development. Read moreLogan County receives $465k grant for Route 66 tourism
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
Cities and counties across the area have resources for people and families who need to get away from the cold and into a warm place. It's always a good idea to call ahead if possible to ensure the center is open. Read moreWhere to find warming centers in central Illinois
A book store in Monticello is closing after seven years in business. Read moreMonticello book shop closing after 7 years in business
Pilson Powersports is partnering with Can-Am to donate a $30,000 side-by-side UTV to Camp New Hope in Neoga. Read morePilson Powersports donating Can-Am UTV to Camp New Hope in Neoga
A public meeting is planned to talk about replacing the Garden Hills Park playground in Champaign. Read morePublic meeting to be held on replacing Garden Hills Park playground in Champaign
With just a month until the March primary election, the NAACP hosted a forum for the democratic candidates running to replace U.S. Senator Dick Durbin Sunday. Read moreNAACP hosts Democratic forum ahead of March primary election
