It’s been a week since “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother disappeared from her home in Arizona in what authorities say was a kidnapping. Investigators have been examining ransom notes and looking for evidence but have not named a suspect. On Friday, officers returned to 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie’s home near Tucson and to the surrounding neighborhood to continue their search. Family members told officials they last saw Nancy Guthrie at 9:48 p.m. on Jan. 31 when they dropped her off at home after they ate dinner and played games together. The next day, family learned she didn’t attend church. They reported her missing after they checked on her. Read moreWhat to know about Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping and the race to find her
Two people were arrested after police said they shot at a Decatur Moves van Friday night. Read more2 arrested after Decatur Moves van shot at
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Saturday! A cooler but quiet day is on tap for Central Illinois, and warmer temperatures are on the horizon. Read moreCool but quiet start to the weekend
Saturday marks National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, and the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus is advocating for more funding to address the disease. Read moreIL Legislative Black Caucus demands more funding for Black HIV care
The Olympics have officially started in Italy, but students at Parsons Elementary School in Decatur had their own medal ceremony to celebrate. Read moreLocal school celebrates start of Olympics with medal ceremony
#5 Illinois men's basketball will play in a top-10 road game for the third straight weekend as they head north to take on #10 Michigan State. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois looks to stay hot in top-10 matchup against Michigan State
A Decatur man who was charged with attempted murder and domestic battery over a year ago has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge. Read moreDecatur man accused of attempted murder pleads guilty to lesser charge
Before most of Springfield starts its day, the lights inside the rink are already on and the ice is freshly smoothed. For local figure skaters in the Springfield Figure Skating Club, this is the best part of their day. Read moreBefore sunrise, Springfield Figure Skating Club chases big dreams on the ice
A racist post on President Donald Trump's social media account depicting former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle has been taken down. The White House initially defended the Republican president’s Thursday night post. But the post was deleted Friday after widespread backlash for its treatment of the nation’s first Black president and first lady, who are Democrats. Black and white Republicans joined civil rights advocates in criticizing the post as racist. An Obama spokeswoman says the former president has no response. Read moreTrump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it
The Leland Grove police chief was placed on administrative leave after being arrested on DUI and domestic battery charges early Thursday morning. Read moreLeland Grove police chief arrested on DUI, domestic battery charges
It’s been a week since “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother disappeared from her home in Arizona in what authorities say was a kidnapping. Investigators have been examining ransom notes and looking for evidence but have not named a suspect. On Friday, officers returned to 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie’s home near Tucson and to the surrounding neighborhood to continue their search. Family members told officials they last saw Nancy Guthrie at 9:48 p.m. on Jan. 31 when they dropped her off at home after they ate dinner and played games together. The next day, family learned she didn’t attend church. They reported her missing after they checked on her. Read moreWhat to know about Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping and the race to find her
Two people were arrested after police said they shot at a Decatur Moves van Friday night. Read more2 arrested after Decatur Moves van shot at
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Saturday! A cooler but quiet day is on tap for Central Illinois, and warmer temperatures are on the horizon. Read moreCool but quiet start to the weekend
Saturday marks National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, and the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus is advocating for more funding to address the disease. Read moreIL Legislative Black Caucus demands more funding for Black HIV care
The Olympics have officially started in Italy, but students at Parsons Elementary School in Decatur had their own medal ceremony to celebrate. Read moreLocal school celebrates start of Olympics with medal ceremony
#5 Illinois men's basketball will play in a top-10 road game for the third straight weekend as they head north to take on #10 Michigan State. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois looks to stay hot in top-10 matchup against Michigan State
A Decatur man who was charged with attempted murder and domestic battery over a year ago has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge. Read moreDecatur man accused of attempted murder pleads guilty to lesser charge
Before most of Springfield starts its day, the lights inside the rink are already on and the ice is freshly smoothed. For local figure skaters in the Springfield Figure Skating Club, this is the best part of their day. Read moreBefore sunrise, Springfield Figure Skating Club chases big dreams on the ice
A racist post on President Donald Trump's social media account depicting former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle has been taken down. The White House initially defended the Republican president’s Thursday night post. But the post was deleted Friday after widespread backlash for its treatment of the nation’s first Black president and first lady, who are Democrats. Black and white Republicans joined civil rights advocates in criticizing the post as racist. An Obama spokeswoman says the former president has no response. Read moreTrump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it
The Leland Grove police chief was placed on administrative leave after being arrested on DUI and domestic battery charges early Thursday morning. Read moreLeland Grove police chief arrested on DUI, domestic battery charges
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
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 Feb. 6-8
The City of Decatur receieved $1.4 million in grants to address residential lead hazards in the community. Read moreDecatur earns $1.4 million to address city's residential lead hazards
An unused City Water, Light and Power railroad bridge over I-55 in Springfield will be removed in February, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation. Read moreUnused CWLP bridge over I-55 to be removed in February
Four Memorial Health hospitals have earned national attention for their cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs. Read more4 Memorial Health Hospitals earn national recognition for cardiac, pulmonary rehab programs
Decatur Public Transit shared on Facebook Wednesday that it will install new fare validators. Read moreNew fare validators coming soon to Decatur Public Transit buses
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
The Olympics have officially started in Italy, but students at Parsons Elementary School in Decatur had their own medal ceremony to celebrate. Read moreLocal school celebrates start of Olympics with medal ceremony
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 Feb. 6-8
Kick off Mardi Gras festivities during a special exhibit opening reception. Read moreMardi Gras celebration kicks off special exhibit at Madden Arts Center
Before most of Springfield starts its day, the lights inside the rink are already on and the ice is freshly smoothed. For local figure skaters in the Springfield Figure Skating Club, this is the best part of their day. Read moreBefore sunrise, Springfield Figure Skating Club chases big dreams on the ice
