DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Tuesday! We have another warm day ahead that leads to severe weather chances later this evening and overnight. Temperatures this afternoon … Read moreStrong to severe storms expected this evening
Springfield District 186 leaders discussed the nearly $10 million deficit reduction plan Monday night to balance the budget for the next two years. Read moreDistrict 186 weighs cuts during discussion of nearly $10M deficit reduction plan
A bill moving in the state capitol could help ensure foster families have access to a child's full history before an adoption is finalized. Read moreHealing Through History: IL plan could help families receive foster care records
Every officer for the Moweaqua Police Department has resigned, leaving empty squad cars and an unstaffed office. Read moreShelby County Sheriff's deputies to answer calls in Moweaqua
In Illinois, drivers have seen gas prices jump from under $3 a gallon to around $3.30 to $3.50. Read moreRise in gas prices squeezing drivers and gas station owners
A Springfield couple is accused of beating and tying up a young girl at their home multiple times. Read moreSpringfield couple arrested after young girl tied up, severely beaten
A woman who died in a camper fire in Shelbyville Friday afternoon has been identified. Read moreWoman killed in camper fire at Shelbyville campground identified
An arrest has been made after a Springfield man was shot and killed Friday. Read moreMan arrested on weapons charges in connection to deadly Springfield shooting
Injuries have been reported in a crash on Interstate 57 in Coles County. Read moreInjuries reported in I-57 crash in Coles County
Two people are dead after a crash in Sangamon County overnight. Read more2 women dead, 1 injured in I-55 crash in Sangamon County
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Tuesday! We have another warm day ahead that leads to severe weather chances later this evening and overnight. Temperatures this afternoon … Read moreStrong to severe storms expected this evening
Springfield District 186 leaders discussed the nearly $10 million deficit reduction plan Monday night to balance the budget for the next two years. Read moreDistrict 186 weighs cuts during discussion of nearly $10M deficit reduction plan
A bill moving in the state capitol could help ensure foster families have access to a child's full history before an adoption is finalized. Read moreHealing Through History: IL plan could help families receive foster care records
Every officer for the Moweaqua Police Department has resigned, leaving empty squad cars and an unstaffed office. Read moreShelby County Sheriff's deputies to answer calls in Moweaqua
In Illinois, drivers have seen gas prices jump from under $3 a gallon to around $3.30 to $3.50. Read moreRise in gas prices squeezing drivers and gas station owners
A Springfield couple is accused of beating and tying up a young girl at their home multiple times. Read moreSpringfield couple arrested after young girl tied up, severely beaten
A woman who died in a camper fire in Shelbyville Friday afternoon has been identified. Read moreWoman killed in camper fire at Shelbyville campground identified
An arrest has been made after a Springfield man was shot and killed Friday. Read moreMan arrested on weapons charges in connection to deadly Springfield shooting
Injuries have been reported in a crash on Interstate 57 in Coles County. Read moreInjuries reported in I-57 crash in Coles County
Two people are dead after a crash in Sangamon County overnight. Read more2 women dead, 1 injured in I-55 crash in Sangamon County
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
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 Mount Pulaski Rural Fire Protection District met Monday evening with an update on the future of the Chestnut Fire Department. Read moreEfforts underway to bring Chestnut Fire Department back into service
Urbana City Council has approved Verdell Jones III as a council member for the City's Ward 4. Read moreUrbana City Council appoints new council member for Ward 4
Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski met with area park district leaders in Springfield Monday to celebrate state and local grant funding coming to the area. Read moreCongresswoman Budzinski meets with park district leaders after helping secure grant funds
Several Champaign County polling locations will be closed on Election Day March 17 because of an election judge shortage. Read moreSeveral Champaign County polling locations to be closed on Election Day
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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
Paint the Town Orange is a week-long campaign dedicated to raising awareness about developmental disabilities. Read moreMacon Resources prepping to Paint the Town Orange during annual campaign
Nearly 400 participants braved the cold for Decatur's 25th Polar Plunge Saturday. Read more25th annual Decatur Polar Plunge makes big splash, raises $89k
The Railyard in Springfield is prepping to host its opening weekend on Route 66. Read moreRailyard in Springfield to host grand opening on Route 66
The annual breakfast is planned for farmers, managers, implement dealers, row crop or livestock producers, grain facilities or any agriculture related business and industries in the Macon County area. Read moreMacon County Fair hosting free Farmer's Breakfast
One local middle schooler proved he's one of the best in Illinois when it comes to chess. Read moreSpringfield eighth grader finishes undefeated at state chess tournament
