Champaign Unit 4 recognized two dozen high school students who earned 2026 College Board National Recognition Awards. Read more24 Champaign Unit 4 students receive College Board honors
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) -Good morning and happy Friday! Read moreShowers may hinder fireworks this weekend
Illinois State Police have arrested two people after the remains of a Plainfield man were found in Lake Mattoon Sunday evening.  Read moreISP: 2 arrested after Plainfield man's remains found in Lake Mattoon
The law is intended to make the intoxicating hemp industry safer while the cannabis industry becomes more equitable. Read morePritzker, advocates celebrate new hemp, cannabis regulations
Bob Lawton, an avid golfer at Moweaqua Golf Course, will turn 100 years old Saturday. His love of golf hasn't wavered one bit after all these years. Read moreA century on the scorecard: Avid Moweaqua golfer turns 100 years old July 4
When holidays like the Fourth of July come around, blood donations drop off as people focus on families, fun and entertainment. Read moreBlood donations needed over the Fourth of July weekend
A person was arrested after a possible home invasion in Decatur Thursday. Read morePerson arrested after possible home invasion in Decatur
An Edgar County teenager was sentenced to over five years in prison after stabbing a man several times in December 2025. Read moreEdgar County teenager sentenced after Paris stabbing
The Fourth of July is just a couple of days away, and Decatur's Lake Patrol is prepared for the holiday. Read moreDecatur Lake Patrol gives safety advice for 4th of July celebrations
From free carousel rides and ice cream giveaways to live music overlooking Lake Decatur and a fireworks display to cap off the night, the Decatur Park District is inviting families to spend the Fourth of July celebrating close to home. Read moreDecatur Park District offers full day of Fourth of July fun
Champaign Unit 4 recognized two dozen high school students who earned 2026 College Board National Recognition Awards. Read more24 Champaign Unit 4 students receive College Board honors
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) -Good morning and happy Friday! Read moreShowers may hinder fireworks this weekend
Illinois State Police have arrested two people after the remains of a Plainfield man were found in Lake Mattoon Sunday evening.  Read moreISP: 2 arrested after Plainfield man's remains found in Lake Mattoon
The law is intended to make the intoxicating hemp industry safer while the cannabis industry becomes more equitable. Read morePritzker, advocates celebrate new hemp, cannabis regulations
Bob Lawton, an avid golfer at Moweaqua Golf Course, will turn 100 years old Saturday. His love of golf hasn't wavered one bit after all these years. Read moreA century on the scorecard: Avid Moweaqua golfer turns 100 years old July 4
When holidays like the Fourth of July come around, blood donations drop off as people focus on families, fun and entertainment. Read moreBlood donations needed over the Fourth of July weekend
A person was arrested after a possible home invasion in Decatur Thursday. Read morePerson arrested after possible home invasion in Decatur
An Edgar County teenager was sentenced to over five years in prison after stabbing a man several times in December 2025. Read moreEdgar County teenager sentenced after Paris stabbing
The Fourth of July is just a couple of days away, and Decatur's Lake Patrol is prepared for the holiday. Read moreDecatur Lake Patrol gives safety advice for 4th of July celebrations
From free carousel rides and ice cream giveaways to live music overlooking Lake Decatur and a fireworks display to cap off the night, the Decatur Park District is inviting families to spend the Fourth of July celebrating close to home. Read moreDecatur Park District offers full day of Fourth of July fun
A naturalization ceremony welcomed new American citizens in Urbana on Thursday, days before the nation's birthday. Read moreNearly 60 new American citizens welcomed during Urbana naturalization ceremony
HVAC experts say a few maintenance steps can help keep your home cool and even save you from an expensive repair. Read moreHow to avoid costly AC repairs during the extreme heat
Experts recommend planning walks for times of day when the temperature drops to avoid burning your pet's paws. Read morePawsitively hot outside: Taking care of your pets during a heat wave
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will temporarily move DMV services in Charleston to the city's public library after the storms forced the local facility to close. Read moreDMV services moving to Charleston public library after storms damage main facility
The Illinois State Fair unveiled its theme for the 2026 event on Tuesday: "Miles of Smiles." Read more'Miles of Smiles': Illinois State Fair unveils theme for 2026 festivities
HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital in Springfield and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois have teamed up for a new room to help support local families. Read moreHSHS St. John's, RMHC open Ronald McDonald House Family Room
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Communities across central Illinois are holding celebrations for Independence Day and America's 250th birthday. WAND has compiled a list of Fourth of July celebrations, including fireworks, parades, and festivals, taking place across the area. Read moreFireworks, parades & more: Where to celebrate Independence Day across central IL
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
Bob Lawton, an avid golfer at Moweaqua Golf Course, will turn 100 years old Saturday. His love of golf hasn't wavered one bit after all these years. Read moreA century on the scorecard: Avid Moweaqua golfer turns 100 years old July 4
Richland Community College has a variety of STEM-based programs. The engineering technology program provides students with various skills. Read moreSTEM Minute: Richland students turn ideas into real-world skills
From free carousel rides and ice cream giveaways to live music overlooking Lake Decatur and a fireworks display to cap off the night, the Decatur Park District is inviting families to spend the Fourth of July celebrating close to home. Read moreDecatur Park District offers full day of Fourth of July fun
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Former Decatur Park District Commissioner Bob Brilley died Saturday, according to the Park District. Read moreFormer Decatur Park District Commissioner Bob Brilley dies
