Raindrops on the horizon
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - After a pleasant start to the week, our next chance for showers and storms is on the horizon again.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Millikin University and Decatur Memorial Hospital launch nursing program
Nursing students in their junior or senior year can apply to the program, and Millikin staff will select six applicants.
May 11, 2026Open source
Decatur man denied pretrial release in child pornography case
A Decatur man has been denied pretrial release after being arrested on child pornography charges.
May 11, 2026Open source
Search the latest Macon County real estate transfers
Source: Illinois Department of Revenue real estate transfer declaration sheets were submitted with the deeds recorded in the Macon County Recorder’s Office...
May 8, 2026Open source
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DECATUR, Il. (WICS/WRSP) — A Decatur man accused of pointing a crossbow at police officers before being shot by officers appeared in court Thursday and was...
May 8, 2026Open source
Bison set sights on 2026-27 after breakthrough finish
In year two, the Bloomington Bison moved from expansion growing pains to a playoff team. Now, the team heads into the offseason with momentum — and roster...
May 6, 2026Open source
Pekin will not move forward with proposed data center
Pekin Mayor Mary Burress announced in a written statement that the city will not be pursuing a data center project at this time.
May 6, 2026Open source
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DECATUR, Ill. (WICS) - Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 5 arrested 54-year-old Michael Boliard of Decatur for Aggravated A...
May 6, 2026Open source
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May 3, 2026Open source
Read moreIllinois State Police release bodycam video in Decatur officer-involved shooting involving man wit...
Read moreIllinois State Police release bodycam video in Decatur officer-involved shooting involving man with crossbow
May 15, 2026Open source
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Pritzker treated at hospital for ‘minor complication' after recent procedure
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker had a "minor complication" from a recent procedure and was taken to a Springfield hospital earlier this week.
May 17, 2026Open source
OSU captures record-setting win against Eastern Illinois, earns rematch with Stanford
OSU scored multiple runs in each inning to set the tone in an NCAA Tournament opening victory. The Cowgirls face Stanford on Saturday who has defeated them t...
May 16, 2026Open source
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Gas prices continue to go up, and the Illinois tax on fuel is poised to increase on July 1. Now, there are calls for suspen...
May 16, 2026Open source
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Sangamon County Animal Control is calling for help from the community as officials said their shelter is at max capacity.
May 16, 2026Open source
Painter and Drywall Finisher
Company: Encore Bath and RemodelLocation: Metro East / Southern Illinois AreaJob Type: Full-Time Encore Bath IL is looking for a reliable and experienced P...
May 15, 2026Open source
Saturday's prep highlights: Maroons lock up first Big 12 softball title
Champaign Central matched its win total from 2025 with road win over Peoria Notre Dame
May 12, 2026Open source
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Tonight, NewsChannel 20 and FOX Illinois are highlighting youth programs in the capital city.
May 12, 2026Open source
Inside Out | Seeing the African American Heritage Trail through 'The Black Gaze'
The Champaign County African American Heritage Trail was created to make local African American history more visible, accessible and connected to the places...
May 10, 2026Open source
Thursday's prep highlights: LeRoy, Champaign Central softball keep rolling
Rain showers this evening with overcast skies overnight. Low near 50F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%..
May 8, 2026Open source
Illinois Senate advances bill to expel students who commit sexual violence at school
The Illinois Senate advanced a bill to expel students who commit sexual violence at school after an alleged Taylorville incident.
May 8, 2026Open source
May 7 recap: Central Illinois news you may have missed today
In a case involving conflicting claims of jealousy and domestic violence, an Ellsworth woman has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for fatally shooting he...
May 8, 2026Open source
What other new Illinois laws could be passed in Springfield this session?
While plenty of focus has been given to a bill aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois, there is plenty of other legislation being mulled in Springfield.
May 8, 2026Open source
Hundreds gather at the State Capitol to remember officers killed in the line of duty
Law enforcement officers from across Illinois gathered in Springfield Thursday to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during the...
May 7, 2026Open source
Illinois lawmakers question progress under Evidence-Based Funding for public education
SPRINGFIELD — As budget negotiations kicked into high gear at the Illinois Statehouse this week, lawmakers from both chambers have begun to assess how much...
May 7, 2026Open source
Looking for something to do this weekend in Central Illinois? Here's the list.
Abigail Shaver of Normal learns how to knit Saturday, July 6, 2019, during the How-To Festival at the Bloomington Public Library. The exhibit was put on by...
May 7, 2026Open source
Mayor Johnson pushes back on local government funding cuts, calls for administrative cuts instead
Brandon Johnson and other Illinois mayors pushed back on Gov. JB Prizker's proposed budget reductions for local governments in Springfield Wednesday, calling...
May 6, 2026Open source
Mayor Brandon Johnson in Springfield pushes against Bears suburban stadium and for funding boost for Chicago
Three weeks before the Illinois General Assembly's scheduled adjournment, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson pressed to restore municipal revenue and to keep the...
May 6, 2026Open source
Gillespie's Chaz Oberkfell hits stretch run in race for track state titles
Gillespie's Chaz Oberkfell, whose grandpa Ken Oberkfell won a World Series with the Cardinals in 1982, wants to do more than win at state. He wants to dominate.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Elwin is in Macon County, Illinois.
Region: Central Illinois
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Eric Zamarripa and Jess Plowman: Illinois requires barbers to train longer than police officers and EMTs
A bill that passed in Illinois seeks to provide new avenues to meet length training requirements for barbers and cosmetologists.
May 27, 2026Open source
Waukegan alderperson charged after allegedly casting ballot in dead mother’s name
A Waukegan alderperson is facing criminal charges after authorities say she cast a mail-in ballot in her deceased mother's name during the 2026 Illinois prim...
May 27, 2026Open source
DNA breakthrough leads to arrest in grisly 33-year-old Illinois cold case
For more than three decades, the murder of Randy Gail Sperino haunted investigators in southern Illinois — a cold case centered on a young woman beaten to...
May 27, 2026Open source
Could Illinois' gas tax increase be paused? Pritzker weighs in
The state of Illinois’ gas tax is about due for its yearly increase, but could the hike be paused in light of soaring fuel prices?
May 27, 2026Open source
All aboard: Historic Big Boy locomotive coming to Illinois this summer. Where its stopping and when
All-aboard: A million-pound train known as Big Boy No. 4014, one of the largest steam locomotives ever built, will soon roll into Illinois.
May 27, 2026Open source
Debate intensifies over tackling Illinois' housing shortage
With five days left in Illinois' legislative session, one of the biggest questions remains how lawmakers will tackle the housing shortage.
May 27, 2026Open source
Treasurer’s study finds sprawling and ‘murky’ tax impacts from Illinois megaprojects plan to benefit...
A new report raises questions on a state megaprojects plan as lawmakers try to reach a deal to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois.
May 27, 2026Open source
Hawthorne Race Course alleges Illinois official steered funds to rival track amid bankruptcy battle
Hawthorne Race Course is alleging in a court filing they are losing state funding because the state agriculture director, influenced by his lobbyist brother,...
May 27, 2026Open source
Illinois tourist gets DUI after stealing Key West police cruiser, cops say
A man from suburban Chicago is facing a litany of charges in the Florida Keys after authorities said he drunkenly stole a police cruiser while visiting Key W...
May 27, 2026Open source
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