A Moultrie County man will be sentenced after pleading guilty to child pornography possession. Read moreMoultrie County man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography
Bayer has agreed to a proposed $7.25 billion deal to settle thousands of U.S. lawsuits that blame Roundup for causing cancer. Bayer and lawyers for cancer patients announced Tuesday that they were filing the proposed settlement in St. Louis. It comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to hear Bayer’s argument about federal rules and warning labels for the popular weedkiller. That separate case will continue. Bayer says Roundup's key ingredient of glyphosate does not cause non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. But the company says legal costs have threatened Roundup sales in U.S. farming markets. Bayer bought Monsanto, the original Roundup maker, in 2018. Read moreBayer agrees to $7.25 billion proposed settlement over thousands of Roundup cancer lawsuits
A peanut butter recall impacting 20 states has been updated by the Food and Drug Administration. Read morePeanut butter recalled in 20 states, including Illinois
The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson has died. He was 84. Jackson was a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King and became a leader of the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King was assassinated in 1968. A two-time presidential candidate, Jackson led a lifetime of political crusades. He advocated for the poor and underrepresented on issues from voting rights and job opportunities to education and health care. He scored diplomatic victories with world leaders and channeled cries for Black pride and self-determination into corporate boardrooms. He used his Rainbow/PUSH Coalition to pressure executives to make America a more open and equitable society. His family confirmed he died Tuesday. Read moreThe Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Hinder and Finger Eleven are coming to rock out at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater this summer. Read moreHinder and Finger Eleven coming to The Devon
Jordan Thomas has been named Illinois' defensive line coach/run game coordinator, head coach Bret Bielema announced. Read moreJordan Thomas named Illinois' defensive line coach/run game coordinator
Emergency responders were called out for a house fire in Decatur Tuesday morning. Read more2 rescued from house fire in Decatur
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Tuesday! It was a gorgeous start to the week with temperatures in the 60s and sunny skies. The clouds will take back over today as winds pi… Read moreA windy and gloomy Tuesday
Providers who offer gender-affirming care could lose Medicaid reimbursement, which will make it harder to access and afford treatment. Read moreMedicaid funding at risk for providers offering gender-affirming care
Urbana City Council members rejected a federal grant Monday night because the FEMA money has strings attached under the Trump administration. Read moreUrbana City Council rejects federal grant over DHS ties
A Moultrie County man will be sentenced after pleading guilty to child pornography possession. Read moreMoultrie County man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography
Bayer has agreed to a proposed $7.25 billion deal to settle thousands of U.S. lawsuits that blame Roundup for causing cancer. Bayer and lawyers for cancer patients announced Tuesday that they were filing the proposed settlement in St. Louis. It comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to hear Bayer’s argument about federal rules and warning labels for the popular weedkiller. That separate case will continue. Bayer says Roundup's key ingredient of glyphosate does not cause non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. But the company says legal costs have threatened Roundup sales in U.S. farming markets. Bayer bought Monsanto, the original Roundup maker, in 2018. Read moreBayer agrees to $7.25 billion proposed settlement over thousands of Roundup cancer lawsuits
A peanut butter recall impacting 20 states has been updated by the Food and Drug Administration. Read morePeanut butter recalled in 20 states, including Illinois
The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson has died. He was 84. Jackson was a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King and became a leader of the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King was assassinated in 1968. A two-time presidential candidate, Jackson led a lifetime of political crusades. He advocated for the poor and underrepresented on issues from voting rights and job opportunities to education and health care. He scored diplomatic victories with world leaders and channeled cries for Black pride and self-determination into corporate boardrooms. He used his Rainbow/PUSH Coalition to pressure executives to make America a more open and equitable society. His family confirmed he died Tuesday. Read moreThe Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Hinder and Finger Eleven are coming to rock out at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater this summer. Read moreHinder and Finger Eleven coming to The Devon
Jordan Thomas has been named Illinois' defensive line coach/run game coordinator, head coach Bret Bielema announced. Read moreJordan Thomas named Illinois' defensive line coach/run game coordinator
Emergency responders were called out for a house fire in Decatur Tuesday morning. Read more2 rescued from house fire in Decatur
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Tuesday! It was a gorgeous start to the week with temperatures in the 60s and sunny skies. The clouds will take back over today as winds pi… Read moreA windy and gloomy Tuesday
Providers who offer gender-affirming care could lose Medicaid reimbursement, which will make it harder to access and afford treatment. Read moreMedicaid funding at risk for providers offering gender-affirming care
Urbana City Council members rejected a federal grant Monday night because the FEMA money has strings attached under the Trump administration. Read moreUrbana City Council rejects federal grant over DHS ties
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
Champaign-Urbana's two challenge robotics teams have earned spots at the 2026 FIRST Tech Challenge state championship. Read moreChampaign-Urbana FTC robotics teams reach state competition
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
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
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Hinder and Finger Eleven are coming to rock out at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater this summer. Read moreHinder and Finger Eleven coming to The Devon
The Downtown Springfield, Inc. board of directors has started the search for a new executive director. Read moreDowntown Springfield, Inc. begins search for new executive director
The event will feature a game show format similar to "The Price is Right," and the funds will help give local teachers the necessary supplies for the classroom. Read more'Come on Down': Sunshine Supplies to host game show fundraiser
A book store in Monticello is closing after seven years in business. Read moreMonticello book shop closing after 7 years in business
