DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Good morning and happy Saturday, Central Illinois! Our last day of milder temperatures for a while is today; by tomorrow, we’re adding heat and h… Read moreOne last mild day before turning up the heat
Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln is the largest women's facility in the state, but conditions inside the prison are raising serious questions. Read moreJohn Howard Association breaks down recent survey from Logan Correctional Center
A new state law will help sexual assault survivors when they first interact with police. Read moreIllinois law improves sexual assault interviews for survivors
A Sangamon County man charged with grooming a 15-year-old girl in June has been arrested on additional charges. Read moreMan charged with grooming 15-year-old girl arrested on additional charges
The Mahomet Public Library is offering residents free access to streaming services. They're checked out like a book, one week at a time. Read more'The library is more than just books': Mahomet Public Library checking out streaming services
The law allows school districts to provide an extended motel stay for students and their parents, guardians or the person who enrolled them in school. Read morePritzker signs bill helping homeless students
Gov. JB Pritzker has signed a bill into law to require the tracking of firefighter deaths. Read moreNew Illinois law improves tracking of firefighter deaths
Students at Springfield's first-ever Safety City camp spent time with local first responders this week, learning everything from when to call 9-1-1 to how to stay safe after storms. Read moreSpringfield Safety City camp teaches kids first responder basics
Sponsors say people have been concerned about schools near railroads and ensuring students know the protocols in place to keep them safe. Read moreNew IL law requires railroad safety info in student handbooks
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law Friday to improve public safety by increasing fines for people driving around school buses using an extended stop arm. Read morePritzker signs bill increasing fine for drivers ignoring school bus safety arms
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Good morning and happy Saturday, Central Illinois! Our last day of milder temperatures for a while is today; by tomorrow, we’re adding heat and h… Read moreOne last mild day before turning up the heat
Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln is the largest women's facility in the state, but conditions inside the prison are raising serious questions. Read moreJohn Howard Association breaks down recent survey from Logan Correctional Center
A new state law will help sexual assault survivors when they first interact with police. Read moreIllinois law improves sexual assault interviews for survivors
A Sangamon County man charged with grooming a 15-year-old girl in June has been arrested on additional charges. Read moreMan charged with grooming 15-year-old girl arrested on additional charges
The Mahomet Public Library is offering residents free access to streaming services. They're checked out like a book, one week at a time. Read more'The library is more than just books': Mahomet Public Library checking out streaming services
The law allows school districts to provide an extended motel stay for students and their parents, guardians or the person who enrolled them in school. Read morePritzker signs bill helping homeless students
Gov. JB Pritzker has signed a bill into law to require the tracking of firefighter deaths. Read moreNew Illinois law improves tracking of firefighter deaths
Students at Springfield's first-ever Safety City camp spent time with local first responders this week, learning everything from when to call 9-1-1 to how to stay safe after storms. Read moreSpringfield Safety City camp teaches kids first responder basics
Sponsors say people have been concerned about schools near railroads and ensuring students know the protocols in place to keep them safe. Read moreNew IL law requires railroad safety info in student handbooks
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law Friday to improve public safety by increasing fines for people driving around school buses using an extended stop arm. Read morePritzker signs bill increasing fine for drivers ignoring school bus safety arms
The U.S. military says it has fired on a merchant vessel attempting to breach its blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran targeted American strongholds around the Persian Gulf. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia struck the port city of Hodeida in Yemen. The conflict shows no signs of easing after 13 nigh… Read moreUS military says it fired on another merchant vessel trying to breach its blockade of Iranian ports
The organization has two pantry programs, including a traditional pantry on West Prairie and a refrigerated mobile pantry. Read moreDecatur Catholic Charities feeding families during Summer Hunger campaign
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 your area. Read more5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois July 24-26
The Village of Savoy seeks new proposals for downtown development after its original partner dropped out. Read moreVillage of Savoy seeks new proposals for downtown development
Christian County had their first West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito sample of the 2026 season Wednesday. Read moreChristian County mosquitos test positive for West Nile Virus
Springfield City Council voted Tuesday to donate the land to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Read moreSpringfield City Council green lights IDNR's Y Block development plan
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As temperatures rise, cities and counties across central Illinois have resources for people and families looking to get out of the heat. Read moreWhere to find cooling centers in central Illinois
The Mahomet Public Library is offering residents free access to streaming services. They're checked out like a book, one week at a time. Read more'The library is more than just books': Mahomet Public Library checking out streaming services
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 your area. Read more5 things to do this weekend across central Illinois July 24-26
For 60 years, the siblings have shared stages, road trips and memories that began with one guitar and a father who saw something special in his children. Read more60 years of harmony: The Harris Family Band's remarkable journey
The garden is a partnership between the University of Illinois, Kirby Medical Center and the City of Monticello. Read moreMonticello Community Garden celebrates decade of service
The Carle Health Mobile Market is making it easier for Vermilion County residents to access low-cost fresh produce. Read moreCarle Health Mobile Market now accepting SNAP, expanding services in Vermilion County
