An arrest has been made in a double homicide in Olney. Read moreArrest made after 2 people found murdered in separate homes in Olney
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) announced disaster tax relief for people and businesses in several counties affected by severe storms this year. Read moreIllinois announces disaster tax relief for residents, businesses affected by severe storms
Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced Welsh pop star known for “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75. She was hospitalized in Portugal in May 2026 for emergency surgery and placed in an induced coma. Tyler earned three Grammy nominations and represented Britain at Eurovision in 2013. Her iconic song, boosted by real eclipses, has over 1 billion streams. Born Gaynor Hopkins, she grew up in Wales and was inspired by artists like Janis Joplin. Her career took off with hits like “It’s a Heartache.” Tyler was married to Robert Sullivan, a former Olympic judo competitor. Read moreBonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75
President Donald Trump says he believes the ceasefire with Iran is over. He says he’s not sure he wants a deal anymore and says the U.S. should “finish the job.” But he also insists that continued attacks don't mean a return to war. Trump’s mixed messaging and back-to-back U.S. military strikes leave questions about what comes next in the conflict. It could be a strategy to increase the pressure on Tehran to stop attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz and bend to U.S. demands on its nuclear program. Mediators are scrambling to save the interim deal. The latest actions risk problems for Republicans in U.S. elections ahead. Read moreNew attacks raise questions about what comes next in the Iran war
Strong storms develop this evening and will linger overnight. Flash flooding with some very heavy rain is the main concern. Read moreDamaging Winds and Flash Flooding Threat Thursday Evening
Residents packed Nokomis City Hall after Police Chief Earin Land unexpectedly resigned less than a week ago. Now, the police department is at risk of shutting down. Read moreNokomis Police Department at risk after chief resigns
Heartland CASA is expanding its volunteer training opportunities this summer and fall to recruit more advocates for children in foster care across central Illinois. Read moreHeartland CASA expands volunteer training opportunities due to shortage of help
A federal judge has ruled that E. Jean Carroll can collect $5.8 million held in escrow since a jury found that President Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed her. The U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld the 2023 civil verdict against Trump in the case, allowing the judge to release the money. Trump’s lawyers appealed but were denied an emergency order to block the payment from being made. The jury found Trump sexually abused Carroll in 1996, then defamed her after she spoke out in 2019. Trump denies knowing Carroll and accuses her of political motives. Read moreJudge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals
A federal grand jury indicted Illinois State Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana) and Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons on Tuesday on fraud and obstruction-related charges. Read moreState Rep. Carol Ammons, Aaron Ammons indicted on federal fraud, obstruction charges
The Better Business Bureau is warning central Illinois residents to stay on guard as scam reports continue to climb, with officials saying criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated in the way they target victims. Read more'He had all the right answers': Decatur woman shares close call with convincing scam
An arrest has been made in a double homicide in Olney. Read moreArrest made after 2 people found murdered in separate homes in Olney
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) announced disaster tax relief for people and businesses in several counties affected by severe storms this year. Read moreIllinois announces disaster tax relief for residents, businesses affected by severe storms
Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced Welsh pop star known for “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75. She was hospitalized in Portugal in May 2026 for emergency surgery and placed in an induced coma. Tyler earned three Grammy nominations and represented Britain at Eurovision in 2013. Her iconic song, boosted by real eclipses, has over 1 billion streams. Born Gaynor Hopkins, she grew up in Wales and was inspired by artists like Janis Joplin. Her career took off with hits like “It’s a Heartache.” Tyler was married to Robert Sullivan, a former Olympic judo competitor. Read moreBonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75
President Donald Trump says he believes the ceasefire with Iran is over. He says he’s not sure he wants a deal anymore and says the U.S. should “finish the job.” But he also insists that continued attacks don't mean a return to war. Trump’s mixed messaging and back-to-back U.S. military strikes leave questions about what comes next in the conflict. It could be a strategy to increase the pressure on Tehran to stop attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz and bend to U.S. demands on its nuclear program. Mediators are scrambling to save the interim deal. The latest actions risk problems for Republicans in U.S. elections ahead. Read moreNew attacks raise questions about what comes next in the Iran war
Strong storms develop this evening and will linger overnight. Flash flooding with some very heavy rain is the main concern. Read moreDamaging Winds and Flash Flooding Threat Thursday Evening
Residents packed Nokomis City Hall after Police Chief Earin Land unexpectedly resigned less than a week ago. Now, the police department is at risk of shutting down. Read moreNokomis Police Department at risk after chief resigns
Heartland CASA is expanding its volunteer training opportunities this summer and fall to recruit more advocates for children in foster care across central Illinois. Read moreHeartland CASA expands volunteer training opportunities due to shortage of help
A federal judge has ruled that E. Jean Carroll can collect $5.8 million held in escrow since a jury found that President Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed her. The U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld the 2023 civil verdict against Trump in the case, allowing the judge to release the money. Trump’s lawyers appealed but were denied an emergency order to block the payment from being made. The jury found Trump sexually abused Carroll in 1996, then defamed her after she spoke out in 2019. Trump denies knowing Carroll and accuses her of political motives. Read moreJudge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals
A federal grand jury indicted Illinois State Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana) and Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons on Tuesday on fraud and obstruction-related charges. Read moreState Rep. Carol Ammons, Aaron Ammons indicted on federal fraud, obstruction charges
The Better Business Bureau is warning central Illinois residents to stay on guard as scam reports continue to climb, with officials saying criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated in the way they target victims. Read more'He had all the right answers': Decatur woman shares close call with convincing scam
The Department of the Air Force hosted a public meeting in Rantoul Wednesday to update the community about efforts to remove forever chemicals at the former Chanute Air Force Base. Read moreAir Force holds meeting to address Chanute PFAS contamination
The black and gold bumblebee became the official Illinois state bee Wednesday. Read moreBlack and gold bumblebee named Illinois state bee
A naturalization ceremony welcomed new American citizens in Urbana on Thursday, days before the nation's birthday. Read moreNearly 60 new American citizens welcomed during Urbana naturalization ceremony
HVAC experts say a few maintenance steps can help keep your home cool and even save you from an expensive repair. Read moreHow to avoid costly AC repairs during the extreme heat
Experts recommend planning walks for times of day when the temperature drops to avoid burning your pet's paws. Read morePawsitively hot outside: Taking care of your pets during a heat wave
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will temporarily move DMV services in Charleston to the city's public library after the storms forced the local facility to close. Read moreDMV services moving to Charleston public library after storms damage main facility
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As temperatures rise, cities and counties across central Illinois have resources for people and families looking to get out of the heat. Read moreWhere to find cooling centers in central Illinois
This is the 13th year for the camp, organized by Coach Calvin Carson. The event is free and open to kids. Read moreCarson & Friends basketball camp set to return for 13th year
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 Sitka and Bean
The city of Springfield is planning to transform a vacant downtown property into an outdoor space for the community. Read moreSpringfield plans to transform downtown "Y Block" into public park
The City of Urbana will be holding a public meeting on the proposed improvement of Lincoln Avenue from Wascher Drive to Killarney St. Read moreUrbana to hold public meeting on proposed Lincoln Avenue improvement
The city of Springfield is renewing its contract with license plate reader technology company Flock. City leaders approved an amendment to the two-year contract that adds new oversight requirements for the system. Read moreSpringfield approves new oversight rules for Flock camera system
