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One evacuated passenger tests positive for hantavirus and another develops symptoms on flight home
Passengers evacuated from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship have started flying home aboard military and government planes after the vessel anchored in the Canary Islands. Personnel in full-body protective gear...
"Sound Bites" showcases live music, local food in downtown Champaign
Champaign is introducing a new event series called Sound Bite Sunday for all to enjoy. From live music to local food, the event is meant to give families a place to enjoy their community.
1 hospitalized after being stabbed several times in Champaign
One person was taken to the hospital in serious condition after being stabbed several times in Champaign Saturday evening.
Shootout ends in suspect hospitalized, explosion near Peoria
One person was arrested after a shootout with police that ended in an explosion in Tazewell County.
NTSB gathering details on Frontier Airlines evacuation after plane hit and killed person in Denver
The National Transportation Safety Board says it is gathering information about the evacuation of a Frontier Airlines plane after it hit a person on the runway at Denver International Airport
1 hurt in Decatur shooting, police searching for suspect
One man was hurt after a shooting in Decatur Saturday night.
Shootout ends in suspect shot by police, explosion near Peoria
One person was arrested after a shootout with police that ended in an explosion in Tazewell County.
Beautiful forecast for Mom's Day
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Mother’s Day! We are setting up for a great day to celebrate all the moms out there.
"You gotta love everybody": Shelbyville resident celebrates 100th birthday
Shelbyville resident Forest "Frosty" Heron celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by family on Saturday.
Atwood police warning parents of Kratom dangers
The Atwood Police Department is warning parents of a dangerous, easily accessible drug making its way into the area.
What to know about the latest wave of changes to congressional districts
The congressional map appears to be tilting more red amid the latest flurry of redistricting developments across the U.S. Virginia
Experts wonder 'Where is the CDC?' as a hantavirus outbreak unfolds on a cruise ship
Health workers get off the Dutch-flagged MV Hondius, a cruise ship carrying nearly 150 people as it remains off Cape Verde on Monday, May 4, 2026 after three passengers died and several others fell seriously...
Person dies after being hit by Frontier Airlines plane that was taking off at Denver airport
A person has been killed after being struck by a plane on the runway at Denver International Airport during takeoff. The Frontier Airlines flight from Denver to Los Angeles reported
Morning fog, then afternoon sun
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Saturday! A foggy start won’t stop the great weather in store today, so make sure to get outside and enjoy it.
Central Illinois students find alternative solutions following Canvas cybersecurity threat
The Canvas cyberattack impacted more than 8,000 institutions, including the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a 3-day ceasefire and a prisoner swap
President Donald Trump says the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners. Trump said Friday that such a
Illinois could require businesses to pay employees during jury duty
A plan moving in the state capitol could require employers to pay people while they serve on a jury.
Evaporation Kick Starts Mom's Day Weekend
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Remember the last time you stepped out of the pool? It got chilly, right? That
IL Senate passes bill accelerating lead service line replacement, sends plan to House
This plan ensures utility companies and contractors can access service lines located on private property at no cost to the property owner.
IL Senate passes bill requiring transparency from third party hotel booking sites
The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a bill Thursday to require transparency for third party hotel booking websites to protect customers.
Springfield removing parking meters from downtown area
The city of Springfield will begin removing parking meters from the downtown area this month.
Motion to reconsider Sean Grayson murder sentence denied
Sean Grayson in an IDOC jumpsuit at an unknown location in January 2025.
Several Illini football games moved to Friday night primetime slots
Two Illini football games have been moved to primetime spots ahead of the 2026 season.