(NBC CHICAGO) - A suspect has been charged with first-degree murder, among other alleged crimes, in the killing of Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman, C… Read moreSuspect charged with first-degree murder in Loyola University student's killing
Cinderella has been kicked out of the dance early for the second straight season. Following a madness-promising first day of upsets, the NCAA Tournament has turned into a high-major affair. The Sweet 16 invite is for power-conference programs only. The Big Ten is the big conference on the block, pushing through a league-record six teams into the Sweet 16, including three in the same region. The SEC has four Sweet 16 teams, the Big 12 three, the Big East two, the ACC one. No mid-majors made it to the Sweet 16 for the second straight season after Utah State came up just short against West Region top seed Arizona. Read moreBracket Reset: NCAA Tournament down to a Sweet 16 of high-majors
The Prodigy Project’s Sliderz Showdown Round IV brought professional wrestling and philanthropy together this past weekend at Sliderz Bar & Grill in Decatur.
The event, now in its fourth year, combines high-energy wrestling action with a mission to support families at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Organizers say the fundraiser raised $8,007.55 this year, bringing the total raised over four years to $22,301.84. Read moreProdigy Project Sliderz Showdown raises 8K for charity
A school employee of the New Berlin School District has been charged with child sexual abuse. Read moreFormer New Berlin school worker pleads not guilty to abuse charges
Strong storms lead to much cooler temperatures to start the week. Warmer temperatures return on Wednesday and Thursday. Read moreStrong storms on Sunday have brought back the chill across the region
As electricity demand continues to rise across the country, experts say the way homes are powered could come at a cost. Dr. Michael Craig says that electrification, data centers, and climate change are driving demand. Read moreRising electricity demand could impact costs, experts say
Parkland defeated Ellsworth Community College to win the program's second national title. Read moreParkland wins NJCAA D2 national title
President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social site Monday. Shortly after, Iranian state television put up a graphic that read: “U.S. president backs down following Iran’s firm warning.” The reprieve came hours ahead of Trump’s self-imposed deadline later in the day. Trump said the U.S. and Iran have had “very good and productive conversations” that could yield “a complete and total resolution” in the war. He did not elaborate on the diplomatic negotiations that had taken place. The state-owned IRAN newspaper said Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied that any negotiations have taken place with U.S. Read moreUS will hold off on Iran power plant strikes for 5 days, extending Trump deadline on Hormuz strait
Temperatures start chilly in the 30s with mostly sunny skies. Near-average temperatures in the 50s are expected for the next two days. Read moreA cold start to the week
Illinois women's basketball is looking for its first Sweet Sixteen appearance in over 25 years Monday. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois WBB looks for first Sweet Sixteen in over 25 years
(NBC CHICAGO) - A suspect has been charged with first-degree murder, among other alleged crimes, in the killing of Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman, C… Read moreSuspect charged with first-degree murder in Loyola University student's killing
Cinderella has been kicked out of the dance early for the second straight season. Following a madness-promising first day of upsets, the NCAA Tournament has turned into a high-major affair. The Sweet 16 invite is for power-conference programs only. The Big Ten is the big conference on the block, pushing through a league-record six teams into the Sweet 16, including three in the same region. The SEC has four Sweet 16 teams, the Big 12 three, the Big East two, the ACC one. No mid-majors made it to the Sweet 16 for the second straight season after Utah State came up just short against West Region top seed Arizona. Read moreBracket Reset: NCAA Tournament down to a Sweet 16 of high-majors
The Prodigy Project’s Sliderz Showdown Round IV brought professional wrestling and philanthropy together this past weekend at Sliderz Bar & Grill in Decatur.
The event, now in its fourth year, combines high-energy wrestling action with a mission to support families at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Organizers say the fundraiser raised $8,007.55 this year, bringing the total raised over four years to $22,301.84. Read moreProdigy Project Sliderz Showdown raises 8K for charity
A school employee of the New Berlin School District has been charged with child sexual abuse. Read moreFormer New Berlin school worker pleads not guilty to abuse charges
Strong storms lead to much cooler temperatures to start the week. Warmer temperatures return on Wednesday and Thursday. Read moreStrong storms on Sunday have brought back the chill across the region
As electricity demand continues to rise across the country, experts say the way homes are powered could come at a cost. Dr. Michael Craig says that electrification, data centers, and climate change are driving demand. Read moreRising electricity demand could impact costs, experts say
Parkland defeated Ellsworth Community College to win the program's second national title. Read moreParkland wins NJCAA D2 national title
President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social site Monday. Shortly after, Iranian state television put up a graphic that read: “U.S. president backs down following Iran’s firm warning.” The reprieve came hours ahead of Trump’s self-imposed deadline later in the day. Trump said the U.S. and Iran have had “very good and productive conversations” that could yield “a complete and total resolution” in the war. He did not elaborate on the diplomatic negotiations that had taken place. The state-owned IRAN newspaper said Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied that any negotiations have taken place with U.S. Read moreUS will hold off on Iran power plant strikes for 5 days, extending Trump deadline on Hormuz strait
Temperatures start chilly in the 30s with mostly sunny skies. Near-average temperatures in the 50s are expected for the next two days. Read moreA cold start to the week
Illinois women's basketball is looking for its first Sweet Sixteen appearance in over 25 years Monday. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois WBB looks for first Sweet Sixteen in over 25 years
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
Scovill Zoo announced in a March 20 Facebook post that its 23-year-old zebra, Fluffy, and its 18-year-old miniature zebu bull Eli died over the winter. Read moreScovill Zoo says goodbye to zebra, zebu bull over the winter
St. John's Hospital in Springfield became the first hospital in the HSHS System to earn the federal Energy Star certification. Read moreSpringfield's St. John's Hospital earns Energy Star, first in HSHS System
The University of Illinois System Board of Trustees voted Thursday to approve an engineering technology degree at UIS Springfield. Read moreU of I Board of Trustees approves engineering technology degree at UIS Springfield
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
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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
The Prodigy Project’s Sliderz Showdown Round IV brought professional wrestling and philanthropy together this past weekend at Sliderz Bar & Grill in Decatur.The event, now in its fourth year, combines high-energy wrestling action with a mission to support families at St. Jude Children’s … Read moreProdigy Project Sliderz Showdown raises 8K for charity
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Tri-County (IL) Chapter of The Links Incorporated hosted its annual Black Family Wellness Expo in Springfield Saturday. Read more"Black Family Wellness Expo" brings health resources and community support together
Springfield has welcomed its first Korean convenience store, home to the city's first self-serve ramen station. Read moreNew Korean convenience store in Springfield set for grand opening in April
The Prodigy Project's Sliderz Showdown Round IV will take place at 5 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at Sliderz Bar & Grill in Decatur. Read moreSmackdown for a cause: Sliderz Showdown makes return to Decatur
University of Illinois Springfield students began planning for their future during the university's Career Connections Expo on Friday. Read moreUIS students connect with employers, alumni at Career Connections Expo