Illini men's basketball had three players honored with All-Big Ten recognitions and awards for their performance during the 2025-26 season. Read moreWagler, Mirkovic, and Boswell earn All-Big Ten honors for 2025-26 season
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - The severe weather risk for Tuesday evening is starting to come into focus. Temperatures have soared well into the 70s and even some 80s early Tu… Read moreSevere weather threat ramps up Tuesday night
Country star Russell Dickerson will perform at the Du Quoin State Fair. Read moreRussell Dickerson will play concert at Du Quoin State Fair
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announced that Christian Music Artist, Josiah Queen with Read moreChristian music artist Josiah Queen coming to The Devon
Get ready for a night full of fun! Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming back to the State Farm Center in Champaign. Read moreBluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming back to Champaign for live stage show
Springfield District 186 leaders discussed the nearly $10 million deficit reduction plan Monday night to balance the budget for the next two years. Read moreDistrict 186 weighs $10 million in budget cuts, approves school calendar
Here is the full updated list of the Chicago Bears' signings, including contract information. Read moreChicago Bears free agency tracker for 2026 offseason
Every officer for the Moweaqua Police Department has resigned, leaving empty squad cars and an unstaffed office. Read moreShelby County Sheriff's deputies to answer calls in Moweaqua
A bill moving in the state capitol could help ensure foster families have access to a child's full history before an adoption is finalized. Read moreHealing Through History: IL plan could help families receive foster care records
In Illinois, drivers have seen gas prices jump from under $3 a gallon to around $3.30 to $3.50. Read moreRise in gas prices squeezing drivers and gas station owners
Illini men's basketball had three players honored with All-Big Ten recognitions and awards for their performance during the 2025-26 season. Read moreWagler, Mirkovic, and Boswell earn All-Big Ten honors for 2025-26 season
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - The severe weather risk for Tuesday evening is starting to come into focus. Temperatures have soared well into the 70s and even some 80s early Tu… Read moreSevere weather threat ramps up Tuesday night
Country star Russell Dickerson will perform at the Du Quoin State Fair. Read moreRussell Dickerson will play concert at Du Quoin State Fair
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announced that Christian Music Artist, Josiah Queen with Read moreChristian music artist Josiah Queen coming to The Devon
Get ready for a night full of fun! Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming back to the State Farm Center in Champaign. Read moreBluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming back to Champaign for live stage show
Springfield District 186 leaders discussed the nearly $10 million deficit reduction plan Monday night to balance the budget for the next two years. Read moreDistrict 186 weighs $10 million in budget cuts, approves school calendar
Here is the full updated list of the Chicago Bears' signings, including contract information. Read moreChicago Bears free agency tracker for 2026 offseason
Every officer for the Moweaqua Police Department has resigned, leaving empty squad cars and an unstaffed office. Read moreShelby County Sheriff's deputies to answer calls in Moweaqua
A bill moving in the state capitol could help ensure foster families have access to a child's full history before an adoption is finalized. Read moreHealing Through History: IL plan could help families receive foster care records
In Illinois, drivers have seen gas prices jump from under $3 a gallon to around $3.30 to $3.50. Read moreRise in gas prices squeezing drivers and gas station owners
A list of of food pantries and services across WAND viewing counties in central Illinois. Read moreWhere to find food pantries in your area across Central Illinois
During the season of Lent, some Christians choose to avoid consuming meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice. Read more2026 guide to Lenten fish fries in Central Illinois
The Mount Pulaski Rural Fire Protection District met Monday evening with an update on the future of the Chestnut Fire Department. Read moreEfforts underway to bring Chestnut Fire Department back into service
Urbana City Council has approved Verdell Jones III as a council member for the City's Ward 4. Read moreUrbana City Council appoints new council member for Ward 4
Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski met with area park district leaders in Springfield Monday to celebrate state and local grant funding coming to the area. Read moreCongresswoman Budzinski meets with park district leaders after helping secure grant funds
Several Champaign County polling locations will be closed on Election Day March 17 because of an election judge shortage. Read moreSeveral Champaign County polling locations to be closed on Election Day
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During the season of Lent, some Christians choose to avoid consuming meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice. Read more2026 guide to Lenten fish fries in Central Illinois
Voting is now open in the Illinois Manufacturers' Association's 2026 "Makers Madness" contest. It is a bracket-style tournament that lets the public decide on The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois. Read moreVoting now open in 2026 Makers Madness contest
Country star Russell Dickerson will perform at the Du Quoin State Fair. Read moreRussell Dickerson will play concert at Du Quoin State Fair
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announced that Christian Music Artist, Josiah Queen with Read moreChristian music artist Josiah Queen coming to The Devon
Get ready for a night full of fun! Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming back to the State Farm Center in Champaign. Read moreBluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming back to Champaign for live stage show
Paint the Town Orange is a week-long campaign dedicated to raising awareness about developmental disabilities. Read moreMacon Resources prepping to Paint the Town Orange during annual campaign
