Champaign Police are investigating after a child died Tuesday evening after being shot. Officers were called to the 1100 block of North Third Street at about 11:26 p.m. after a 911 caller reported that a child had been injured in an apparent accidental shooting. Read morePolice: Child dies after apparent accidental shooting in Champaign
U.S. inflation slowed last month and a measure of underlying price pressures also cooled, suggesting higher oil and gas prices from the Iran war are only having a limited impact on broader costs in the economy. Consumer prices rose 3.4% in July from a year ago, down slightly from 3.5% in June, the Labor Department said Wednesday. But inflation is still higher than before the Iran war began in February, when it was 2.4%. On a monthly basis, prices rose just 0.1% from June to July. Read moreInflation cooled last month as gas prices fell, though costs remain elevated
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for several northern counties until 1 p.m. Wednesday including Champaign, DeWitt, Dekalb, Ford, Iroquois, Kankakee, Logan, and McLean. Read moreSevere thunderstorm watch issued across parts of central IL
Temperatures will climb quickly with high humidity. An organized line of storms will move southward by the late morning. Strong-to-severe storms are possible through the early afternoon. Read moreAnother strong storm threat with high heat today
For generations, Friday nights at Eisenhower High School meant one thing: Panther football. But this fall, the stands won't look the same. Read moreEisenhower's football season ends, leaving Panthers to reflect on tradition
As students prepare to return to classrooms across Decatur Public Schools District 61, there is also a new face leading the district. Read moreNew DPS 61 superintendent Dr. Nicole Nash Moody lays out priorities for first year
The Decatur Park District unveiled a revitalized Garfield Park on Tuesday. It was a $1.5 million project turning the aging park into a modern facility. Read moreDecatur Park District unveils $1.5 million Garfield Park revitalization
When Teresa Tran decided to run for Springfield City Council, she knew there could be hate comments online and people who didn't agree with her platform. Read moreSpringfield Ward 8 candidate receives threats after announcing run for city council
A Coles County man faces attempted murder charges after being accused of trying to set someone on fire. Read moreColes County man accused of attempting to set victim on fire
A Rockford-area truck driver was airlifted to the hospital over the weekend following a physical altercation at an Effingham truck stop, according to police and his employer. Officers from the Effingham Police Department and deputies from the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident at the Travel Centers of America on W. Evergreen Avenue around 1:25 a.m. Saturday. Read moreTruck driver hospitalized after being attacked at Effingham truck stop
Champaign Police are investigating after a child died Tuesday evening after being shot. Officers were called to the 1100 block of North Third Street at about 11:26 p.m. after a 911 caller reported that a child had been injured in an apparent accidental shooting. Read morePolice: Child dies after apparent accidental shooting in Champaign
U.S. inflation slowed last month and a measure of underlying price pressures also cooled, suggesting higher oil and gas prices from the Iran war are only having a limited impact on broader costs in the economy. Consumer prices rose 3.4% in July from a year ago, down slightly from 3.5% in June, the Labor Department said Wednesday. But inflation is still higher than before the Iran war began in February, when it was 2.4%. On a monthly basis, prices rose just 0.1% from June to July. Read moreInflation cooled last month as gas prices fell, though costs remain elevated
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for several northern counties until 1 p.m. Wednesday including Champaign, DeWitt, Dekalb, Ford, Iroquois, Kankakee, Logan, and McLean. Read moreSevere thunderstorm watch issued across parts of central IL
Temperatures will climb quickly with high humidity. An organized line of storms will move southward by the late morning. Strong-to-severe storms are possible through the early afternoon. Read moreAnother strong storm threat with high heat today
For generations, Friday nights at Eisenhower High School meant one thing: Panther football. But this fall, the stands won't look the same. Read moreEisenhower's football season ends, leaving Panthers to reflect on tradition
As students prepare to return to classrooms across Decatur Public Schools District 61, there is also a new face leading the district. Read moreNew DPS 61 superintendent Dr. Nicole Nash Moody lays out priorities for first year
The Decatur Park District unveiled a revitalized Garfield Park on Tuesday. It was a $1.5 million project turning the aging park into a modern facility. Read moreDecatur Park District unveils $1.5 million Garfield Park revitalization
When Teresa Tran decided to run for Springfield City Council, she knew there could be hate comments online and people who didn't agree with her platform. Read moreSpringfield Ward 8 candidate receives threats after announcing run for city council
A Coles County man faces attempted murder charges after being accused of trying to set someone on fire. Read moreColes County man accused of attempting to set victim on fire
A Rockford-area truck driver was airlifted to the hospital over the weekend following a physical altercation at an Effingham truck stop, according to police and his employer. Officers from the Effingham Police Department and deputies from the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident at the Travel Centers of America on W. Evergreen Avenue around 1:25 a.m. Saturday. Read moreTruck driver hospitalized after being attacked at Effingham truck stop
The Sangamon County Board voted no Tuesday night on a recall referendum to put on the ballot in future elections. Read moreSangamon County Board votes no to recall referendum on future ballots
HSHS said that Dr. Babu Prasad donated $1 million to the St. John's Children's Hospital neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Read moreHSHS St. John's Children's Hospital receives $1 million donation from retired anesthesiologist
Lawmakers approved memorial signs on the Fourth Street and Fayette Avenue overpasses along Interstates 57 and 70. Read moreA lasting honor: 2 fallen Effingham soldiers recognized with overpass memorial
Beginning on Wednesday, Decatur residents can travel to Chicago or St. Louis through the service. Read moreTickets available for FlixBus intercity bus service to Chicago and St. Louis
Memorial Health said that Caleb Patrick was patrolling an SMH facility July 29 when she saw a woman lying on nearby railroad tracks as a train approached. Read moreSpringfield Memorial security officer recognized for saving woman from oncoming train
Gov. JB Pritzker announced a second round of regional site readiness awards, creating jobs and developing businesses across the state. Read moreGov. Pritzker announces second round of regional site readiness awards
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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
Golden Fox Brewing is celebrating a decade of craft beer in Central Illinois with a three-day anniversary festival later this month. The celebration will run from Friday, Aug. 28 through Sunday, Aug. 30 at the brewery's taproom, located at 3025 Kandy Lane in Decatur. The weekend-long event w… Read moreGolden Fox Brewing celebrates 10th anniversary with 3-day event
Golfers hit the greens at South Side Country Club Monday, all to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois. Read moreGolf Fore Kids supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois
The gala will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Mt. Zion Convention Center. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Read moreDove, Inc. to host inaugural gala 'An Evening of Hope' in Mt. Zion
A new Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District bus route will give Carle Health patients easier, more consistent access to the Carle Champaign on Curtis campus. Read moreNew MTD route to provide direct access to Carle Champaign on Curtis
Habitat for Humanity Logan County completed a home for a local family, helping make homeownership possible through its financing model. Volunteers assisted with final preparations, including drywall, doors and wall repairs. The organization says it needs more volunteers for future builds and… Read moreHabitat for Humanity completes Logan Co. home for local family
