Man arrested for throwing keg through Georgetown Cupcake window
A 28-year-old man from Rockville was arrested for allegedly throwing a keg through the front window of Georgetown Cupcake.
May 22, 2026Open source
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DC Democratic mayoral debate highlights key issues
The race for D.C. mayor took center stage Monday night at Georgetown University as candidates squared off in a high‑stakes debate hosted by FOX 5 and Georg...
May 19, 2026Open source
Man throws keg through window of Georgetown Cucpcake
The search for a suspect is on after a man was seen throwing a keg through the window of Geortown Cupcake, shattering it.
May 19, 2026Open source
Fact check: Donation and voting record claims surface at DC mayoral debate
A Monday night D.C. mayoral debate at Georgetown University featured Janeese Lewis-George, Kenyan McDuffie and Gary Goodweather, with clashes over public saf...
May 19, 2026Open source
WATCH LIVE: DC Democratic mayoral debate
FOX 5 D.C. and Georgetown University are hosting a televised debate tonight ahead of Washington, D.C.’s Democratic mayoral primary election.
May 18, 2026Open source
Tom Brady referenced Super Bowl comeback, Bill Belichick jokes in graduation speech
Tom Brady referenced Super Bowl comeback, Bill Belichick jokes in graduation speech at Georgetown over the weekend.
May 18, 2026Open source
Georgetown committee finalizing report on homelessness
Midsummer is the target date for Georgetown’s Supportive Housing Issues Committee to submit its final report and recommendations to Town Council.
May 14, 2026Open source
Low-cost pet vaccination clinic set May 16 in Georgetown
Humane Animal Partners will host a low-cost vaccination clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 16, at La Red Health Center, 21444 Carmean Way, George...
May 13, 2026Open source
Donna Lawson Owens, Del Tech retiree
Donna Lawson Owens, 83, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to family and education.Born Aug....
May 8, 2026Open source
Local obituary: Mass. State Trooper Kevin Thomas Trainor, 30
"Kevin Thomas Trainor, 30, of Georgetown, formerly of Salem, passed away in the line of duty on May 6, 2026."
May 8, 2026Open source
New story walk blends nature and reading at Sussex Academy
Sussex Academy Elementary School in Georgetown unveiled its new Connie Hendricks Story Walk, an outdoor trail walk and educational experience, with an April...
May 6, 2026Open source
Donnie Allison grand marshal for Georgetown’s Delaware Diamond Clash
GEORGETOWN — Donnie Allison, an original member of NASCAR’s famed Alabama Gang and a motorsports ambassador for more than five decades, will be the grand...
May 6, 2026Open source
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DANVILLE, Il. (WICS/WRSP)— Danville community members packed into an emergency meeting Thursday night following a violent weekend that left seven people sh...
May 8, 2026Open source
Danville Police investigating 3 shootings within past 3 days
DANVILLE, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — The Danville Police Department is investigating multiple shooting incidents that occurred over the past several days, leaving...
May 3, 2026Open source
Read moreOne person dead, another injured in shooting in Danville
Read moreOne person dead, another injured in shooting in Danville
May 3, 2026Open source
Farm Family of the Week: The Severs of Potomac
For Bryan Severs, the chairman of the Illinois Soybean Association and an American Soybean director, working on the farm alongside his sons is the greatest g...
May 2, 2026Open source
"We will not allow it to define our city": Danville mayor responds following string of violence in city
Danville Mayor Rickey Williams Jr. released a statement Sunday addressing violence in the city after three shootings lead to a death and several injuries ove...
May 3, 2026Open source
Man killed in shooting outside Danville grocery store identified
The Danville Police Department responded to the Save-A-Lot parking lot at 2 East Main Street just after 5 p.m. for reports of a fight and gunshots.
May 3, 2026Open source
Read more1 dead, 1 hurt in shooting outside Danville grocery store
Read more1 dead, 1 hurt in shooting outside Danville grocery store
May 3, 2026Open source
Pete Crow-Armstrong ‘regrets his choice of words' after cursing at White Sox fan
Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong drew ire among Chicago White Sox fans after he yelled at a fan during Sunday’s game.
May 18, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Georgetown is in Vermilion County, Illinois.
Region: Central Illinois
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Why draft Illinois’ Keaton Wagler? The likely lottery pick says he’ll bring versatility to the NBA.
Keaton Wagler called his rise from Illinois to a potential top-five NBA draft pick crazy and unexpected. But he believes he has showed he "can play against a...
May 24, 2026Open source
EPA announces $295 million to remove Illinois lead pipes even as Trump moves to roll back clean water prote...
The move is one of many actions under the Federal Lead Action Plan, launched in President Donald Trump's first term.
May 24, 2026Open source
Amid Illinois high school co-op controversy, an underdog girls lacrosse team plays on
For larger high schools, a new IHSA rule is meant to stop the formation of super teams. But it’s likely to lead to fewer opportunities.
May 24, 2026Open source
Chicago man charged in sexual abuse on CTA bus near UIC Hospital: police
A Chicago man has been charged after sexually abusing and restraining a 35-year-old woman on a bus near the University of Illinois at Chicago Hospital, accor...
May 24, 2026Open source
1 killed in crash involving semi on Interstate 94 in Gurnee
Illinois State Police were investigating after one person was killed in a crash involving a semi on Interstate 94 in Gurnee, authorities said.
May 23, 2026Open source
1 dead after crash involving semi truck on I-94 in Gurnee, Illinois One person was killed in a crash on I-9...
One person was killed in a crash on I-94 involving a semi truck in suburban Gurnee, Illinois, early Saturday morning.
May 23, 2026Open source
1 killed, 1 injured in Tri-State Tollway crash involving semi in Gurnee: Illinois State Police
A Gurnee crash on I-94 left one person dead and another injured south of Illinois Route 120. The semi crash left some lanes of I-94 shut down.
May 23, 2026Open source
Illinois' largest water park delays start of summer season due to cold weather
With unusually cold temperatures in the forecast to begin Memorial Day weekend, Illinois' largest water park is pushing back the start of its season.
May 23, 2026Open source
Illinois lawmaker blames Bears for ‘mishandling' stadium saga
The saga over the Chicago Bears stadium could finally come to a head in the final week of the spring legislative session in Springfield.
May 23, 2026Open source
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