The burn ban for much of Macon County has been lifted. Read moreBurn ban lifted for much of Macon County effective immediately
The murder trial of Sean Grayson, the former sheriff's deputy accused of shooting and killing Sonya Massey inside her Sangamon County home in 2024, gets underway Monday. Read moreTrial Blog | Court proceedings begin in Day 1 of Sean Grayson Murder Trial
Renowned author, actor and activist Fran Lebowitz is making a stop this week at the historic Virginia Theatre in Champaign. Read moreAuthor, activist Fran Lebowitz to speak at Champaign's Virginia Theatre
A problem at Amazon’s cloud computing service disrupted internet use around the world. The outage on Monday took down a broad range of online services, including social media, gaming, food delivery, streaming and financial platforms. About three hours after the outage began, Amazon Web Services said it was starting to recover from the problem, although problems lingered for some users. AWS provides behind-the-scenes cloud computing infrastructure to some of the world’s biggest organizations. Its customers include government departments, universities and businesses. Amazon pinned the outage on issues related to its domain name system. Read moreAmazon cloud outage takes down many online services around the world
Starting in late October, several SIU Medicine departments will relocate within on to the new facility at Physicians Plaza West, 2 Memorial Drive. Read moreSIU Medicine opens new multi-specialty clinic in Decatur
A woman who was killed in a crash that left three other people injured in Decatur has been identified.  Read moreWoman killed in Decatur crash identified
According to the city council agenda, if approved, current Deputy City Manager Melissa Hon would take over as interim city manager. Current City Manager Tim Gleason, who announced his resignation last month, will step away on Nov. 1. Read moreDecatur set to appoint interim city manger, hire search firm
The Mattoon movie theater will reopen under new ownership. Read moreMattoon movie theater to reopen before the end of the year
An arrest has been made after one man was hospitalized due a shooting near the University of Illinois Campus Saturday morning. Read moreMan charged with attempted first degree murder in shooting near University of Illinois
Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates was among new leaders elected for the Illinois Federation of Teachers during the union's triennial convention. Read moreChicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates elected head of Illinois teachers union
The burn ban for much of Macon County has been lifted. Read moreBurn ban lifted for much of Macon County effective immediately
The murder trial of Sean Grayson, the former sheriff's deputy accused of shooting and killing Sonya Massey inside her Sangamon County home in 2024, gets underway Monday. Read moreTrial Blog | Court proceedings begin in Day 1 of Sean Grayson Murder Trial
Renowned author, actor and activist Fran Lebowitz is making a stop this week at the historic Virginia Theatre in Champaign. Read moreAuthor, activist Fran Lebowitz to speak at Champaign's Virginia Theatre
A problem at Amazon’s cloud computing service disrupted internet use around the world. The outage on Monday took down a broad range of online services, including social media, gaming, food delivery, streaming and financial platforms. About three hours after the outage began, Amazon Web Services said it was starting to recover from the problem, although problems lingered for some users. AWS provides behind-the-scenes cloud computing infrastructure to some of the world’s biggest organizations. Its customers include government departments, universities and businesses. Amazon pinned the outage on issues related to its domain name system. Read moreAmazon cloud outage takes down many online services around the world
Starting in late October, several SIU Medicine departments will relocate within on to the new facility at Physicians Plaza West, 2 Memorial Drive. Read moreSIU Medicine opens new multi-specialty clinic in Decatur
A woman who was killed in a crash that left three other people injured in Decatur has been identified.  Read moreWoman killed in Decatur crash identified
According to the city council agenda, if approved, current Deputy City Manager Melissa Hon would take over as interim city manager. Current City Manager Tim Gleason, who announced his resignation last month, will step away on Nov. 1. Read moreDecatur set to appoint interim city manger, hire search firm
The Mattoon movie theater will reopen under new ownership. Read moreMattoon movie theater to reopen before the end of the year
An arrest has been made after one man was hospitalized due a shooting near the University of Illinois Campus Saturday morning. Read moreMan charged with attempted first degree murder in shooting near University of Illinois
Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates was among new leaders elected for the Illinois Federation of Teachers during the union's triennial convention. Read moreChicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates elected head of Illinois teachers union
The $300 million investment project includes a 260,000-square-foot long-term care facility and an 80,000-square-foot independent living residence. Read moreGrand opening held for new Illinois Veterans' Home at Quincy
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Improvements are underway at one of the Springfield Fire Department's stations. Read moreImprovements underway at SFD station 9
The Christian County Health Department is hosting a drive-thru vaccine clinic to stay healthy ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Read moreChristian County Health Department hosting drive-thru vaccine clinic
The Illinois Head Start Association is hosting a birthday party celebrating 60 years in October. Read moreHead Start celebrates 60 years with birthday event at Kidzeum
The Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College will host various music-themed laser shows next week. Read moreLaser shows to light up Staerkel Planetarium
The Children's Museum of Illinois is partnering with Millikin University to bring chemistry to kids with a pair of programs Saturday. Read moreScience meets fun: Children's Museum and Millikin introduce kids to chemistry
From pumpkin patches to parades and live music, WAND has compiled your go-to guide for all the fall festivals happening this season. Read morePumpkins, Parades & More: The Ultimate Guide to Fall Festivals
The burn ban for much of Macon County has been lifted. Read moreBurn ban lifted for much of Macon County effective immediately
Renowned author, actor and activist Fran Lebowitz is making a stop this week at the historic Virginia Theatre in Champaign. Read moreAuthor, activist Fran Lebowitz to speak at Champaign's Virginia Theatre
The World Affairs Council of Central Illinois is holding its program "Voice of America."Â Read moreFormer White House bureau chief to speak at World Affairs Council of Central Illinois' program
Memorial Hospital in Decatur is hosting a blood drive. Read moreDecatur Memorial Hospital to host blood drive
An exhibit will be on display in Champaign urging people to remember the Holocaust. Read more'The Courage to Remember' Holocaust exhibit opening in Champaign
