The Danville Police Department’s Emergency Response Unit will be conducting training exercises throughout the city today, March 30, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Residents may notice an increased presence of police officers, vehicles, and possible simulated emergency activity in various areas of the city during this time. Read moreDanville Police to conduct emergency response training today
Indianapolis will be busy this week several championship events. This guide details fan events, parking, security and more if you're visiting the Circle City this weekend. Read moreHeaded to Indy? Everything you need for the Final Four
Lake Land College’s Laker Connect Dual Credit program held its inaugural High School Welding Competition, giving 55 local students the chance to showcase their skills and win prizes. Read moreLake Land College hosts first High School Welding Competition
Fire crews responded to a house on fire Saturday night on Brighton Road. According to the Springfield Fire Department, crews were called to the scene around 8:30 p.m. on March 28 and found an active fire in the home’s basement. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the flames. During the response, a dog was rescued from the first floor and treated on scene with oxygen. Read moreDog rescued from Springfield house fire
The Final Four is set. Illinois will face UConn and Michigan will take on Arizona next Saturday, with the winners squaring off two nights later for the national title. The Arizona-Michigan game is a matchup of top seeds. UConn, after a 19-point comeback for a 73-72 win over Duke, is seeded second and will play No. 3 seed Illinois. Arizona is the early favorite to take the title next Monday night in Indianapolis, according to BetMGM Sportsbook, followed closely by Michigan. The Huskies beat Duke with a 3-pointer from the logo with 0.4 seconds left by Braylon Mullins, who grew up just outside of Indianapolis. Read moreThe Final Four is set as UConn stuns Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan
Illinois State Police announced all 169 emergency call centers across the state have successfully transitioned to Next Generation 911. The upgrade replaces the traditional voice-based system with a more advanced, internet-based network designed to improve reliability and response times. The transition began in 2022 and was completed earlier this month. Read moreIllinois completes statewide upgrade to Next Generation 911
Russell Dickerson is coming to Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The show will serve as the annual 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert in partnership with WDZQ-FM and is not included in the 2026 season ticket package. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on April 2. Prices range from $39 for lawn seating to $69 for pit and reserved seats, plus fees. Dickerson has built a strong following in country music with a string of No. 1 hits, including “Yours,” “Blue Tacoma,” “Love You Like I Used To,” “Every Little Thing,” and “God Gave Me a Girl.” Read moreRussell Dickerson to perform at Devon Amphitheater in September
Police are investigating an early morning shooting that left a woman injured Sunday in Danville. According to Danville Police Department, officers responded around 3:36 a.m. on March 29 to the 1600 block of Beechwood Drive following reports of shots fired. Read moreWoman injured in early morning shooting in Danville
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure if a deal to end the war with Tehran is not reached “shortly.” On the ground Monday, Tehran struck a key water and electrical plant in Kuwait, and an oil refinery in Israel came under attack. Israel and the U.S. launched a new wave of strikes on Iran. Trump’s new threat in a social media post and earlier comments in an interview with the Financial Times that suggested American troops could seize the country’s Kharg Island oil export hub highlight a frequent tactic. On the one hand, he has repeatedly said that talks with Iran are going well, though Tehran denies negotiating directly. On the other hand, he has continually ramped up his threats. Read moreTrump issues new threat to Iran's civilian infrastructure if a ceasefire isn't reached 'shortly'
A warm and windy start to the week with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s. Read moreTemperatures soar to close out March
The Danville Police Department’s Emergency Response Unit will be conducting training exercises throughout the city today, March 30, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Residents may notice an increased presence of police officers, vehicles, and possible simulated emergency activity in various areas of the city during this time. Read moreDanville Police to conduct emergency response training today
Indianapolis will be busy this week several championship events. This guide details fan events, parking, security and more if you're visiting the Circle City this weekend. Read moreHeaded to Indy? Everything you need for the Final Four
Lake Land College’s Laker Connect Dual Credit program held its inaugural High School Welding Competition, giving 55 local students the chance to showcase their skills and win prizes. Read moreLake Land College hosts first High School Welding Competition
Fire crews responded to a house on fire Saturday night on Brighton Road. According to the Springfield Fire Department, crews were called to the scene around 8:30 p.m. on March 28 and found an active fire in the home’s basement. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the flames. During the response, a dog was rescued from the first floor and treated on scene with oxygen. Read moreDog rescued from Springfield house fire
The Final Four is set. Illinois will face UConn and Michigan will take on Arizona next Saturday, with the winners squaring off two nights later for the national title. The Arizona-Michigan game is a matchup of top seeds. UConn, after a 19-point comeback for a 73-72 win over Duke, is seeded second and will play No. 3 seed Illinois. Arizona is the early favorite to take the title next Monday night in Indianapolis, according to BetMGM Sportsbook, followed closely by Michigan. The Huskies beat Duke with a 3-pointer from the logo with 0.4 seconds left by Braylon Mullins, who grew up just outside of Indianapolis. Read moreThe Final Four is set as UConn stuns Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan
Illinois State Police announced all 169 emergency call centers across the state have successfully transitioned to Next Generation 911. The upgrade replaces the traditional voice-based system with a more advanced, internet-based network designed to improve reliability and response times. The transition began in 2022 and was completed earlier this month. Read moreIllinois completes statewide upgrade to Next Generation 911
Russell Dickerson is coming to Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The show will serve as the annual 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert in partnership with WDZQ-FM and is not included in the 2026 season ticket package. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on April 2. Prices range from $39 for lawn seating to $69 for pit and reserved seats, plus fees. Dickerson has built a strong following in country music with a string of No. 1 hits, including “Yours,” “Blue Tacoma,” “Love You Like I Used To,” “Every Little Thing,” and “God Gave Me a Girl.” Read moreRussell Dickerson to perform at Devon Amphitheater in September
Police are investigating an early morning shooting that left a woman injured Sunday in Danville. According to Danville Police Department, officers responded around 3:36 a.m. on March 29 to the 1600 block of Beechwood Drive following reports of shots fired. Read moreWoman injured in early morning shooting in Danville
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure if a deal to end the war with Tehran is not reached “shortly.” On the ground Monday, Tehran struck a key water and electrical plant in Kuwait, and an oil refinery in Israel came under attack. Israel and the U.S. launched a new wave of strikes on Iran. Trump’s new threat in a social media post and earlier comments in an interview with the Financial Times that suggested American troops could seize the country’s Kharg Island oil export hub highlight a frequent tactic. On the one hand, he has repeatedly said that talks with Iran are going well, though Tehran denies negotiating directly. On the other hand, he has continually ramped up his threats. Read moreTrump issues new threat to Iran's civilian infrastructure if a ceasefire isn't reached 'shortly'
A warm and windy start to the week with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s. Read moreTemperatures soar to close out March
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 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 March 27-29
The City of Urbana said several streets will be closed Saturday, March 28, for Champaign County Indivisible's No Kings Day of Action. Read moreRoad closures planned in Downtown Urbana for No Kings Day of Action event
The Champaign City Council approved a development deal to give TIF money and other incentives to redevelop the blighted property on North Neil Street. Read moreChampaign City Council approves deal bringing Illini-themed hotel project to downtown
The Porterhouse said in a March 25 Facebook post that its current kitchen team is moving on and will close its restaurant for the time being. Read moreDecatur restaurant announces temporary closure amid staffing changes
Ten Richland Community College carbon sequestration students were awarded scholarships from ADM. Read more10 Richland students earn ADM scholarships for carbon sequestration studies
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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
The Danville Police Department’s Emergency Response Unit will be conducting training exercises throughout the city today, March 30, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Residents may notice an increased presence of police officers, vehicles, and possible simulated emergency activity in various are… Read moreDanville Police to conduct emergency response training today
A new scholarship is now available for high school seniors in Decatur who have a passion for writing. Lindsey’s Literary Scholarship was created by author and poet Anastasia Lindsey in honor of her late grandfather, aiming to support young writers who use storytelling as a form of self-expre… Read moreNew literary scholarship supports Decatur student writers
Russell Dickerson is coming to Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The show will serve as the annual 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert in partnership with WDZQ-FM and is not included in the 2026 season ticket package. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on April 2. Prices range f… Read moreRussell Dickerson to perform at Devon Amphitheater in September
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — With the Illini up for a spot in the Final Four, bars across Champaign-Urbana are getting prepared. Read moreLocal bars get prepared for Illini's Elite Eight game
It's all hands on deck for the crew at the Scovill Zoo as they count down the days until they reopen. Read moreScovill Zoo opens soon! A behind the scenes look at the preparations