Country artists Joe Nichols and Rodney Atkins will perform at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater this summer. Read moreRodney Atkins, Joe Nichols set to take the Devon stage this summer
President Donald Trump says he’s replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma. Read moreTrump says he's replacing Homeland Security Secretary Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin
The Richland Community College Foundation has been going door to door in local Decatur schools dropping off free copies of the book "James and the Giant Peach" in celebration of Reading Across America Day. Read moreRichland Community College delivers over 500 books to Decatur students ahead of theatre performance
Moore joined Chicago in a blockbuster 2023 trade from Carolina. Read moreReports: Bears trading WR DJ Moore to Buffalo
Comptroller Susana Mendoza is warning people to be on the lookout for tax related scams this filing season. Read moreDon't fall for these tricky tax-related scams
Iran has launched a new wave of attacks against Israel, American bases and countries around the region, It is warning that the U.S. will “bitterly regret” torpedoing an Iranian warship and has called for “Trump’s blood.” Tehran’s expanding retaliatory strikes Thursday and increasing shows of defiance came even as Israel hammered it for a sixth day. The war has escalated each day, expanding well beyond the Gulf. On Thursday, Azerbaijan accused Iran of attacking it with drones. Tehran denied launching them. A day earlier, the U.S. said it sank an Iranian frigate in the waters off Sri Lanka. All the while, Israel and the U.S. have battered Iran with nationwide strikes, targeting their military capabilities and security forces. Read moreIran is pummeled by airstrikes as it launches a new wave of attacks against Israel and US bases
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Thursday! The heavy rain has started to move eastward out of Illinois. There could be a few more scattered showers for the southern half of… Read moreA foggy start to Thursday
(WAND) -- Illinois women look to continue their post season run in the Big Ten Tournament as they take on Michigan State in the second round at Gainbridg Fieldhouse. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois looks for second win in Big 10 Tournament as they face Michigan State
The Village of Moweaqua is trying to claw out of debt after learning the budget is in the red. Read moreMoweaqua village leaders continuing to work on fixing budget shortfall
The proposal would require group insurance companies to provide coverage for medically-necessary devices subject to a maximum costsharing amount of $50 per year. Read moreIL bill could require insurance coverage for seizure detection devices
Country artists Joe Nichols and Rodney Atkins will perform at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater this summer. Read moreRodney Atkins, Joe Nichols set to take the Devon stage this summer
President Donald Trump says he’s replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma. Read moreTrump says he's replacing Homeland Security Secretary Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin
The Richland Community College Foundation has been going door to door in local Decatur schools dropping off free copies of the book "James and the Giant Peach" in celebration of Reading Across America Day. Read moreRichland Community College delivers over 500 books to Decatur students ahead of theatre performance
Moore joined Chicago in a blockbuster 2023 trade from Carolina. Read moreReports: Bears trading WR DJ Moore to Buffalo
Comptroller Susana Mendoza is warning people to be on the lookout for tax related scams this filing season. Read moreDon't fall for these tricky tax-related scams
Iran has launched a new wave of attacks against Israel, American bases and countries around the region, It is warning that the U.S. will “bitterly regret” torpedoing an Iranian warship and has called for “Trump’s blood.” Tehran’s expanding retaliatory strikes Thursday and increasing shows of defiance came even as Israel hammered it for a sixth day. The war has escalated each day, expanding well beyond the Gulf. On Thursday, Azerbaijan accused Iran of attacking it with drones. Tehran denied launching them. A day earlier, the U.S. said it sank an Iranian frigate in the waters off Sri Lanka. All the while, Israel and the U.S. have battered Iran with nationwide strikes, targeting their military capabilities and security forces. Read moreIran is pummeled by airstrikes as it launches a new wave of attacks against Israel and US bases
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Thursday! The heavy rain has started to move eastward out of Illinois. There could be a few more scattered showers for the southern half of… Read moreA foggy start to Thursday
(WAND) -- Illinois women look to continue their post season run in the Big Ten Tournament as they take on Michigan State in the second round at Gainbridg Fieldhouse. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois looks for second win in Big 10 Tournament as they face Michigan State
The Village of Moweaqua is trying to claw out of debt after learning the budget is in the red. Read moreMoweaqua village leaders continuing to work on fixing budget shortfall
The proposal would require group insurance companies to provide coverage for medically-necessary devices subject to a maximum costsharing amount of $50 per year. Read moreIL bill could require insurance coverage for seizure detection devices
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 Citizens Utility Board and IL Rep. Kimberly du Buclet advocated for a bill to help Illinoisans avoid bad energy deals. Read moreCitizens Utility Board backs bill to protect customers from bad energy deals
In a defeat for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that companies that paid tariffs struck down last month by Supreme Court are due refunds. Judge Richard Eaton of the U.S. Court of International Trade wrote that “all importers of record’’ are “entitled to … Read moreJudge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court
The Illinois State Museum will have a new virtual experience coming this month. This months session will focus on the Centennial Speaker Series "Route 66 at 100 - An American Story,' and also features historians and authors such as Cheryl Elchar Jett. Read moreIllinois State Museum to celebrate U.S. Route 66's 100th anniversary with virtual experience
OSF Healthcare clinic in Forsyth is starting a program to help families with new babies. Read moreOSF Forsyth launches 'Stork Stop' donation closet for new parents
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 Richland Community College Foundation has been going door to door in local Decatur schools dropping off free copies of the book "James and the Giant Peach" in celebration of Reading Across America Day. Read moreRichland Community College delivers over 500 books to Decatur students ahead of theatre performance
Happy tails is back! Every Wednesday, WAND will feature animals from the Decatur & Macon County Animal Shelter Foundation (DMCASF). Read moreWAND's Happy Tails featuring JoJo and Tinder
Pawprint Ministries will host the Fur Ball 2026: Legacy from 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Mt. Zion Convention Center. Read morePawprint Ministries invites community to paw-sitively adorable Fur Ball 2026
The East Central Illinois chapter of the Coalition of Labor Union Women will open a hygiene pantry on March 5, hoping to fill the gaps that SNAP benefits cannot fill. Read moreHygiene pantry to open in Champaign County, providing free hygiene items to all
A mobile exhibit honoring the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) is coming to the Macon County History Museum in Decatur. Read more‘Rise Above’ mobile exhibit brings Tuskegee Airmen, WASP history to Decatur
