The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area, escalating President Donald Trump’s conflict with Democratic governors over using the military on U.S. soil. The emergency appeal to the high court Friday came after a judge prevented, for at least two weeks, the deployment of Guard members from Illinois and Texas to assist immigration officers. A federal appeals court refused to put the judge’s order on hold. The conservative-dominated court has handed Trump repeated victories in emergency appeals since he took office in January. Trump has already pushed traditional boundaries by using the National Guard domestically. Read moreTrump administration asks Supreme Court to allow deployment of National Guard in Chicago area
A 6-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries after a head-on crash in Mt. Zion Wednesday. Read more6-year-old boy seriously injured in head-on crash in Mt. Zion
Big crowds of protesters are expected across the United States against what some call authoritarian practices by President Donald Trump. Saturday marks the second "No Kings" protest and the third mass movement against the administration this year. The protests come amid intensifying conflict between federal law enforcement and protesters nationwide. Some conservative politicians have condemned the protests as "Hate America" rallies, while others see them as a fight for First Amendment rights. Protests are planned in over 2,500 locations, from major cities to rural communities. Read more'No Kings' protests return as Trump ramps up authoritarian practices, organizers say
The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across Central Illinois. Here is a selection of events, markets, festivals and more happening in your area. Read more5 things to do this weekend across Central Illinois Oct.17-19
The public is invited to attend a virtual University of Illinois Springfield panel to discuss impacts of the government shutdown. Read moreExperts to discuss impact of 2025 government shutdown at UIS panel
Ford is recalling more than 290,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the rearview camera system may not display images properly in certain lighting conditions, which could increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes certain 2020-2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. Read moreFord recalls more than 290,000 vehicles in US due to issue with rearview camera system
Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley canceled a show in Decatur shortly before his death. Read moreOriginal lead guitarist of Kiss, Ace Frehley, canceled Decatur show before his death
A crash has shut down part of Route 1 north of Paris, the Edgar County Sheriff's Office said. Read more1 airlifted, 1 taken by ambulance after crash on Route 1 north of Paris
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - As severe to extreme drought conditions expand across Central Illinois, beneficial rain is on the way this weekend. Read moreRainy weekend is just around the corner
Coney McKane's American Eatery, Jimmy John's, the Original Del's Popcorn Shop and CM Catering will present the first-ever Downtown Decatur Fall Family Festival this weekend. Read moreInaugural Downtown Decatur Fall Family Festival to be held this weekend
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area, escalating President Donald Trump’s conflict with Democratic governors over using the military on U.S. soil. The emergency appeal to the high court Friday came after a judge prevented, for at least two weeks, the deployment of Guard members from Illinois and Texas to assist immigration officers. A federal appeals court refused to put the judge’s order on hold. The conservative-dominated court has handed Trump repeated victories in emergency appeals since he took office in January. Trump has already pushed traditional boundaries by using the National Guard domestically. Read moreTrump administration asks Supreme Court to allow deployment of National Guard in Chicago area
A 6-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries after a head-on crash in Mt. Zion Wednesday. Read more6-year-old boy seriously injured in head-on crash in Mt. Zion
Big crowds of protesters are expected across the United States against what some call authoritarian practices by President Donald Trump. Saturday marks the second "No Kings" protest and the third mass movement against the administration this year. The protests come amid intensifying conflict between federal law enforcement and protesters nationwide. Some conservative politicians have condemned the protests as "Hate America" rallies, while others see them as a fight for First Amendment rights. Protests are planned in over 2,500 locations, from major cities to rural communities. Read more'No Kings' protests return as Trump ramps up authoritarian practices, organizers say
The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across Central Illinois. Here is a selection of events, markets, festivals and more happening in your area. Read more5 things to do this weekend across Central Illinois Oct.17-19
The public is invited to attend a virtual University of Illinois Springfield panel to discuss impacts of the government shutdown. Read moreExperts to discuss impact of 2025 government shutdown at UIS panel
Ford is recalling more than 290,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the rearview camera system may not display images properly in certain lighting conditions, which could increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes certain 2020-2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. Read moreFord recalls more than 290,000 vehicles in US due to issue with rearview camera system
Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley canceled a show in Decatur shortly before his death. Read moreOriginal lead guitarist of Kiss, Ace Frehley, canceled Decatur show before his death
A crash has shut down part of Route 1 north of Paris, the Edgar County Sheriff's Office said. Read more1 airlifted, 1 taken by ambulance after crash on Route 1 north of Paris
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - As severe to extreme drought conditions expand across Central Illinois, beneficial rain is on the way this weekend. Read moreRainy weekend is just around the corner
Coney McKane's American Eatery, Jimmy John's, the Original Del's Popcorn Shop and CM Catering will present the first-ever Downtown Decatur Fall Family Festival this weekend. Read moreInaugural Downtown Decatur Fall Family Festival to be held this weekend
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
The Macon County Environmental Management Department's 2025 paint and electronic collection season is coming to a close, but there is still time to give. Read morePaint and electronic collection days reduced in Macon Co
The Champaign County Sheriff's Office and the Champaign County Emergency Management Agency have announced that they are the recipients of a $13,478 grant from Norfolk Southern. Read moreChampaign Co. Sheriff's Office, EMA receives over $13,000 grant from Norfolk Southern
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 weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across Central Illinois. Here is a selection of events, markets, festivals and more happening in your area. Read more5 things to do this weekend across Central Illinois Oct.17-19
The public is invited to attend a virtual University of Illinois Springfield panel to discuss impacts of the government shutdown. Read moreExperts to discuss impact of 2025 government shutdown at UIS panel
The clinic will be held October 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1221 E. Condit Street in Decatur. Read moreMacon County Health Department offering drive-thru flu clinic
Coney McKane's American Eatery, Jimmy John's, the Original Del's Popcorn Shop and CM Catering will present the first-ever Downtown Decatur Fall Family Festival this weekend. Read moreInaugural Downtown Decatur Fall Family Festival to be held this weekend
Millikin University will host its annual Boo at MU event on campus this weekend. Read moreSpook-tacular, family-friendly fun happening this weekend at Millikin's Boo at MU