Illinois football is ranked just outside the top 25 at No. 29 in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll. Read moreIllinois football ranked just outside top 25 in preseason Coaches Poll
Federal officials say a man from El Salvador has died at a New Jersey immigration jail. The jail has been targeted for months by protesters over living conditions for people detained there. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Monday that Edwin Lopez-Cornejo had been held at Delaney Hall in Newark after being arrested in June. The agency says he died Saturday. The government accused Lopez-Cornejo of entering the U.S. illegally. His official cause of death has not been released. His death has prompted immediate and fierce condemnation from officials and community members. President Donald Trump and his deputies have defended the center’s operations. Read moreMan from El Salvador dies in immigration jail in New Jersey, ICE says
MT. ZION, Ill. (WAND) - Police are investigating after the Mt. Zion Convention Center was vandalized. Read moreMt. Zion Convention Center vandalized
Qualified voters in Illinois can now be placed on a Permanent Vote by Mail list for all future elections or elections that do not need a party designation. These are the General and Consolidated Elections. Read moreSangamon County permanent vote by mail postcard applications being mailed out
Mattoon Restaurant Week is set for August 3 through 9. Read moreMattoon Restaurant Week underway
Decatur police will bring dozens of officers to Dansby Park Tuesday night for National Night Out, an annual community event designed to build connections between law enforcement and residents. Read moreDecatur Police Department preparing for National Night Out Tuesday
A Senate committee is expected to vote to advance acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to lead the Justice Department. This comes after the former personal lawyer for President Donald Trump secured the support of Republican senators who threatened to block his confirmation. The Senate Judiciary Committee’s vote Tuesday follows a deal struck between Blanche and GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, who demanded written assurances about the settlement of Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over his leaked tax returns. Cornyn and Tillis said Monday they'll support the nomination after Blanche signed a written order rescinding plans to create a $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump allies. Read moreSenate panel expected to advance Blanche's attorney general nomination after deal with GOP holdouts
Another pleasant day in the mid 80s with sunny skies and low humidity. Storms return for Wednesday. Read moreA pleasant day ahead, but significant storms expected midweek
As conversations about renewable energy continue, many Taylorville residents have questioned whether battery storage facilities fit in their community. Read moreTaylorville approves ordinance regulating battery storage facilities
Lottery officials have released the winning numbers for the estimated $748 million Powerball jackpot on Monday night. Read moreHere are the winning Powerball numbers for estimated $748M jackpot
Illinois football is ranked just outside the top 25 at No. 29 in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll. Read moreIllinois football ranked just outside top 25 in preseason Coaches Poll
Federal officials say a man from El Salvador has died at a New Jersey immigration jail. The jail has been targeted for months by protesters over living conditions for people detained there. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Monday that Edwin Lopez-Cornejo had been held at Delaney Hall in Newark after being arrested in June. The agency says he died Saturday. The government accused Lopez-Cornejo of entering the U.S. illegally. His official cause of death has not been released. His death has prompted immediate and fierce condemnation from officials and community members. President Donald Trump and his deputies have defended the center’s operations. Read moreMan from El Salvador dies in immigration jail in New Jersey, ICE says
MT. ZION, Ill. (WAND) - Police are investigating after the Mt. Zion Convention Center was vandalized. Read moreMt. Zion Convention Center vandalized
Qualified voters in Illinois can now be placed on a Permanent Vote by Mail list for all future elections or elections that do not need a party designation. These are the General and Consolidated Elections. Read moreSangamon County permanent vote by mail postcard applications being mailed out
Mattoon Restaurant Week is set for August 3 through 9. Read moreMattoon Restaurant Week underway
Decatur police will bring dozens of officers to Dansby Park Tuesday night for National Night Out, an annual community event designed to build connections between law enforcement and residents. Read moreDecatur Police Department preparing for National Night Out Tuesday
A Senate committee is expected to vote to advance acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to lead the Justice Department. This comes after the former personal lawyer for President Donald Trump secured the support of Republican senators who threatened to block his confirmation. The Senate Judiciary Committee’s vote Tuesday follows a deal struck between Blanche and GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, who demanded written assurances about the settlement of Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over his leaked tax returns. Cornyn and Tillis said Monday they'll support the nomination after Blanche signed a written order rescinding plans to create a $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump allies. Read moreSenate panel expected to advance Blanche's attorney general nomination after deal with GOP holdouts
Another pleasant day in the mid 80s with sunny skies and low humidity. Storms return for Wednesday. Read moreA pleasant day ahead, but significant storms expected midweek
As conversations about renewable energy continue, many Taylorville residents have questioned whether battery storage facilities fit in their community. Read moreTaylorville approves ordinance regulating battery storage facilities
Lottery officials have released the winning numbers for the estimated $748 million Powerball jackpot on Monday night. Read moreHere are the winning Powerball numbers for estimated $748M jackpot
The program combines two former teams into a single program to increase effectiveness. Read moreU of I Extension launches new health and community wellness program
The Decatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out celebration is set to return on Tuesday. Read moreDecatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out set for Tuesday
National Night Out, an event that strengthens relationships between police and the community, will take place Tuesday at various locations across the Capitol City. Read moreSpringfield police to participate in 2026 National Night Out
UIPD shared that residents and businesses can register their security cameras through the program to help police locate potential evidence and assist in investigations. Read moreUIPD launches Community Connect to boost campus safety through security cameras
The Boys and Girls Club of Decatur is asking the community to invest and partner with it to continue supporting local kids. Read moreBoys and Girls Club of Decatur has critical need for $750,000 this year
Ameren hosted a tour of its Decatur training center Wednesday, highlighting the company's commitment to keeping the lights on for the community. Read moreAmeren showcases Decatur training center, highlights importance of linework
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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
Mattoon Restaurant Week is set for August 3 through 9. Read moreMattoon Restaurant Week underway
The Decatur Park District has a few fun events lined up this August. Read moreDecatur Park District to host back to school event, tumbling classes in August
The inaugural Ben Franklin Fest will take place from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at Green Mill Village in Arcola. Read moreCelebrate America's 250th at Arcola's inaugural Ben Franklin Fest
Unclaimed property in Illinois like rare baseball cards and precious gemstones will be on display today. Read moreUnclaimed property like baseball cards and gemstones on display
A special ticket promotion is being offered for 217 Concert Week at the Illinois State Fair. Read moreIllinois State Fair celebrates 217 Concert Week with $26 grandstand tickets
