Kicking off summer and Father's Day with storms
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Father’s Day and first day of Summer! We’re kicking off the official start of summer with heavy rain and thunderstorms.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
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No injuries but widespread damage as Charleston declares state of emergency
After severe weather moved through central Illinois on Wednesday, the City of Charleston has declared a state of emergency.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
I-57 closed in both directions near Neoga after crash
A part of Illinois Interstate 57 south of Coles County is closed due to a crash Sunday.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois naysayers embarrass themselves with potshots at Bears move to Northwest Indiana
Some Bears fans in Illinois may not realize that when they take potshots at Northwest Indiana, they
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Take a shot, but do it quicker: IHSA finalizes shot clock for next season
IHSA will require a 35-second shot clock in Illinois varsity boys and girls basketball starting in the 2026-27 season.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Couple protects killdeer eggs at construction site
CHICAGO -- For four years, Lockport, Illinois, residents Ray and Shelly Romolt have stared out their window at an empty lot, waiting for the day developers w...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Editorial: Illinois unions are miffed at Springfield Democrats who usually do their bidding. That’s a pos...
Illinois union leaders are throwing a hissy at Springfield Democrats over their lack of action on labor's agenda. That counts as good news.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois hospitals owe the state more than $700M, sparking questions and calls for change
Across Illinois, 19 hospitals — mostly safety net hospitals like West Suburban and Weiss — owed the state nearly $705 million in taxes, penalties and adv...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Microplastics linger inside people and animals, multiple studies show. But regulation is still far off.
Scientists are exploring whether microplastics contribute to or cause Parkinson’s disease, impaired fertility, premature births, certain cancers and develo...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois has already broken the record for number of tornadoes in a year Illinois has seen more tornadoes i...
Illinois has seen more tornadoes in 2026 than in any year on record.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Lawmaker says Pritzker reacted too quickly to Grant Park cross burning
(The Center Square) – Illinois state Rep. Chris Miller says Gov. J.B. Pritzker should address the political motivations behind a Grant Park cross burning a...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois leads nation in tornadoes as severe weather conditions increase
SIUE researcher points to more tornado-supportive environments across the Midwest, while traditional Tornado Alley states have generally seen declines.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
National Weather Service confirms tornadoes in Blue Mound, Bethany after Wednesday storms
The National Weather Service in Lincoln has confirmed tornados that swept through Central Illinois on Wednesday.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois Shakespeare Festival celebrates a connection to the past in its 2026 season
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival is back, presenting two Shakespearean classics, along with one American classic, in conjunction with the 250th anniversary...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
CNN Shows Skip Minority Subcontractor Claims That They Are Owed Millions For Obama Center
After years of delays, and a price tag estimated to be over $1 billion, which includes over one hundred million in infrastructure paid for by Illinois taxpay...
Jun 20, 2026Open source
Trout in the Classroom program gives Oklahoma students hands-on conservation lessons
Students in northeastern Oklahoma raised rainbow trout from eggs before releasing them into the Lower Illinois River as part of a hands-on conservation educa...
Jun 20, 2026Open source
Iowa, Illinois county fair dates, events
KWQC has compiled a full list of county fairs in the area including the dates and main events.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
Illini Legends, Lists and Lore: Max Pike
Among the University of Illinois’ all-time letter-winning athletes, few gave back more to their alma mater than did former Illini baseball player Max Pike.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
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Benson is in Woodford County, Illinois.
Region: Northern Illinois
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Kicking off summer and Father's Day with storms
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Father’s Day and first day of Summer! We’re kicking off the official start of summer with heavy rain and thunderstorms.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
No injuries but widespread damage as Charleston declares state of emergency
After severe weather moved through central Illinois on Wednesday, the City of Charleston has declared a state of emergency.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
I-57 closed in both directions near Neoga after crash
A part of Illinois Interstate 57 south of Coles County is closed due to a crash Sunday.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois naysayers embarrass themselves with potshots at Bears move to Northwest Indiana
Some Bears fans in Illinois may not realize that when they take potshots at Northwest Indiana, they
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Take a shot, but do it quicker: IHSA finalizes shot clock for next season
IHSA will require a 35-second shot clock in Illinois varsity boys and girls basketball starting in the 2026-27 season.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Couple protects killdeer eggs at construction site
CHICAGO -- For four years, Lockport, Illinois, residents Ray and Shelly Romolt have stared out their window at an empty lot, waiting for the day developers w...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Editorial: Illinois unions are miffed at Springfield Democrats who usually do their bidding. That’s a pos...
Illinois union leaders are throwing a hissy at Springfield Democrats over their lack of action on labor's agenda. That counts as good news.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Illinois hospitals owe the state more than $700M, sparking questions and calls for change
Across Illinois, 19 hospitals — mostly safety net hospitals like West Suburban and Weiss — owed the state nearly $705 million in taxes, penalties and adv...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Microplastics linger inside people and animals, multiple studies show. But regulation is still far off.
Scientists are exploring whether microplastics contribute to or cause Parkinson’s disease, impaired fertility, premature births, certain cancers and develo...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
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