DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Sunday. Our most intense heat wave of the season begins today, but before the heat moves in, we’re dealing with fog. Read moreDense fog this morning and excessive heat begins today
The love of trains was full steam ahead at the Decatur Civic Center Saturday. Read moreDecatur Train Fair returns after 5 year break
Central Christian Church in Decatur hosted its 4th annual neighborhood picnic Saturday afternoon. Read moreDecatur church brings community together with 4th annual neighborhood picnic
The Sullivan School District is offering its support for those grieving after a former student died in a crash Thursday. Read moreSullivan school district offers support after death of former student
A new Illinois law is ensuring people in the Department of Corrections are not charged unreasonable fees for sending mail. Read moreNew Illinois law bans unnecessary fees for IDOC mail
The Macon County Animal Control and Care Center in Decatur celebrated a big milestone Saturday. Read moreMacon County Animal Control and Care Center celebrates 20th anniversary
Local fathers and young men gathered in Decatur Saturday morning for a fellowship breakfast celebrating fathers. Read moreDecatur fellowship breakfast celebrates local fathers
The U.S. military says it had struck multiple targets in Iran at President Donald Trump’s direction, continuing a string of attacks that have shaken the war’s uneasy ceasefire. The military said in a post on X that “Iran had a chance to honor the ceasefire agreement” but “elected not to” when its forces attacked a ship near the Strait of Hormuz earlier Saturday. U.S. Central Command said U.S. military aircraft targeted Iranian military “surveillance infrastructure, communication systems, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and minelayer capabilities” following an attack on a merchant vessel early on Saturday morning. Iran state TV reported explosions north of the Strait of Hormuz. Read moreUS military says it struck multiple targets in Iran as ceasefire is strained by 2nd day of attacks
One person is dead and another was sent to the hospital after two crashes near each other in Cumberland County Saturday morning. Read more1 dead, 1 hospitalized after two crashes on I-70 in Cumberland County
Tensions are rising in Venezuela's La Guaira state as residents search for earthquake survivors. The death toll has reached 1,430, with 68,900 missing after two powerful earthquakes. Civilians, frustrated by the government's inadequate response, are using shovels and bare hands to dig through rubble. The government claims over 14,000 military and police are patrolling the area. International rescue teams are joining efforts nearly 72 hours after the quakes. The disaster challenges Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who took office after Nicolás Maduro's removal. Aid agencies emphasize the urgency of the situation as rescue efforts continue. Read moreDesperation mounts in Venezuela as the earthquake death toll rises to 1,430
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Sunday. Our most intense heat wave of the season begins today, but before the heat moves in, we’re dealing with fog. Read moreDense fog this morning and excessive heat begins today
The love of trains was full steam ahead at the Decatur Civic Center Saturday. Read moreDecatur Train Fair returns after 5 year break
Central Christian Church in Decatur hosted its 4th annual neighborhood picnic Saturday afternoon. Read moreDecatur church brings community together with 4th annual neighborhood picnic
The Sullivan School District is offering its support for those grieving after a former student died in a crash Thursday. Read moreSullivan school district offers support after death of former student
A new Illinois law is ensuring people in the Department of Corrections are not charged unreasonable fees for sending mail. Read moreNew Illinois law bans unnecessary fees for IDOC mail
The Macon County Animal Control and Care Center in Decatur celebrated a big milestone Saturday. Read moreMacon County Animal Control and Care Center celebrates 20th anniversary
Local fathers and young men gathered in Decatur Saturday morning for a fellowship breakfast celebrating fathers. Read moreDecatur fellowship breakfast celebrates local fathers
The U.S. military says it had struck multiple targets in Iran at President Donald Trump’s direction, continuing a string of attacks that have shaken the war’s uneasy ceasefire. The military said in a post on X that “Iran had a chance to honor the ceasefire agreement” but “elected not to” when its forces attacked a ship near the Strait of Hormuz earlier Saturday. U.S. Central Command said U.S. military aircraft targeted Iranian military “surveillance infrastructure, communication systems, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and minelayer capabilities” following an attack on a merchant vessel early on Saturday morning. Iran state TV reported explosions north of the Strait of Hormuz. Read moreUS military says it struck multiple targets in Iran as ceasefire is strained by 2nd day of attacks
One person is dead and another was sent to the hospital after two crashes near each other in Cumberland County Saturday morning. Read more1 dead, 1 hospitalized after two crashes on I-70 in Cumberland County
Tensions are rising in Venezuela's La Guaira state as residents search for earthquake survivors. The death toll has reached 1,430, with 68,900 missing after two powerful earthquakes. Civilians, frustrated by the government's inadequate response, are using shovels and bare hands to dig through rubble. The government claims over 14,000 military and police are patrolling the area. International rescue teams are joining efforts nearly 72 hours after the quakes. The disaster challenges Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who took office after Nicolás Maduro's removal. Aid agencies emphasize the urgency of the situation as rescue efforts continue. Read moreDesperation mounts in Venezuela as the earthquake death toll rises to 1,430
Councilmembers discussed a lengthy agenda of ordinances and resolutions to address economic development in the city. Read moreCity of Marshall working to tackle housing and development
Cadets came from states including Washington and New Jersey and practiced for the chance to fly solo. Read moreCivil Air Patrol cadets take to the skies for practice flights, earning their wings
The Arthur Public Library celebrated the groundbreaking of its new curiosity courtyard on Wednesday. Read moreArthur Public Library breaks ground on new curiosity courtyard
Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has named its first chief administrative officer for HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital in Springfield. Read moreHSHS St. John's Children's Hospital names first chief administrative officer
The Effingham Church of Christ is providing disaster relief supplies to people impacted by an EF-3 tornado last week. Read moreEffingham church provides disaster relief supplies to community reeling from tornado
The state of Illinois wants to hear you tell your story to the world in honor of the nation's 250th birthday. Read moreIllinois Voices 250 invites residents to record their stories for America's 250th
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Central Christian Church in Decatur hosted its 4th annual neighborhood picnic Saturday afternoon. Read moreDecatur church brings community together with 4th annual neighborhood picnic
The Macon County Animal Control and Care Center in Decatur celebrated a big milestone Saturday. Read moreMacon County Animal Control and Care Center celebrates 20th anniversary
Greg Blakey, the longtime Mt. Zion softball coach, known for roaming the coaches' box with a handlebar mustache, has retired after more than three decades with the program. Read moreGreg Blakey retires after more than 3 decades with Mt. Zion softball
Local fathers and young men gathered in Decatur Saturday morning for a fellowship breakfast celebrating fathers. Read moreDecatur fellowship breakfast celebrates local fathers
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
The anticipation is building in Arthur for its annual fireworks show Saturday, but the show is doing things differently this year. Read moreEnjoy Arthur's fireworks show and practice personal firework safety
