Richland, Children's Museum of Illinois cooking up a teaching kitchen
Richland Community College is partnering with the Children's Museum of Illinois to form a teaching kitchen.
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5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois May 29-31
The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across central Illinois. Here are a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening in
Decatur Memorial doctor warns of issues with heat and certain medications
As temperatures rise, certain people are at risk for dangerous side effects from certain medications.
IL House passes bill banning use of forever chemicals in beauty products
The Illinois House passed a bill Friday night to ban companies from manufacturing or selling cosmetic products containing forever chemicals.
IL House passes plan requiring insurance coverage for seizure detection devices, sends bill back to Senate
The Illinois House passed a plan Friday night to require private insurance companies to cover seizure detection devices.
Illinois utility bill transparency plan heads to House floor
Illinois is one step closer to providing more transparency surrounding fees included in your utility bills.
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McLean County Coroner Dr. Kathleen Yoder is releasing the following information regarding a single vehicle accident with a fatality on U.S. Route 136, under the I-55 overpass, McLean, Illinois on May 25, 202...
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PETERSBURG, Ill. (WICS) - On May 23 at approximately 12:25pm, a Menard County Sheriff’s Deputy and a Petersburg Police Officer attempted to serve an arrest warrant at a residence located
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Sunshine and clouds mixed. High near 85F. Winds E at 10 to 20 mph..
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS/WRSP)—The man who stabbed three first responders in September 2025 has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after accepting a plea agreement.
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FISHER, Ill. (WICS/WRSP)— A fundraiser supporting the Tuskegee Airmen mural project will bring the film “Red Tails” to the big screen during a two-night outdoor movie event in Fisher.
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Partly cloudy skies early will become overcast later during the night. Low 56F. Winds E at 10 to 20 mph.
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URBANA, Ill. (WICS/WRSP)— Urbana School District 116 will offer free meals to children throughout the summer as part of the federal Summer Meal Program.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - A Springfield family is mourning the loss of their child. Quaneal Leone died Monday night after getting hit by a car while riding his bike.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — On Wednesday, the board formed in the wake of the deadly shooting of Sonya Massey held its first meeting. This follows months of deliberation by Sangamon
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill (WICS) — Levitt Amp has returned for another summer season. It’s a free concert series and Springfield tradition that officials say has been bringing life back into the
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URBANA, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — A local organization focused on mentorship and community healing is inviting the community out for a day centered around brotherhood, mental health and connection this weekend
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Students across central Illinois have dealt with a lot this year, from car crashes to bomb threats.
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — A growing debate in Champaign Unit 4 over student residency is putting the spotlight on school boundaries, athletics and allegations that some families may be using
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RANTOUL, Ill. (WICS/WRSP)— A Rantoul man employed as a school bus driver was arrested Thursday on allegations of predatory criminal sexual assault, according to the Rantoul Police Department.
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS/WRSP)— Illinois State Police arrested a Tennessee man on a reckless homicide charge following a fatal construction zone crash on Interstate 74 in Champaign County.
Illinois Lawmakers Hail Retiring US Sen. Dick Durbin at Joint Session in Capitol
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin spoke at a joint session of the Illinois House and Senate on Wednesday, where he was warmly received by fellow Democratic lawmakers who celebrated his lengthy career and repeatedly laud...
Illinois Lawmakers Approve Bill to Regulate E-Bikes, Scooters
Senate Bill 3336 would establish regulations on “micromobility” transportation such as e-bikes and e-scooters that include age requirements, speed limits and rules on where they can be operated.
4 Areas in Illinois Designated Critical Habitat for Rusty Patched Bumble Bee, Feds Announce
On Friday, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service finalized its designation of critical habitat for the endangered bumblebee. Counties in six states, including Illinois, are listed in the new ruling.