President Donald Trump is threatening a 100% tax on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services from United States companies. In a post on social media Friday, Trump took aim at European countries that he said are discussing “imminent” implementation of taxes on American companies. He wrote, “Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America." Read moreTrump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services
Ex-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
Former national security adviser John Bolton is pleading guilty to illegally retaining classified information. Bolton pleaded guilty to a single count of illegally retaining classified information. His plea deal with federal prosecutors could help him avoid prison time. Bolton, a critic of President Donald Trump, faced 18 counts related to classified information, including sharing notes with relatives while writing a memoir. The investigation began before Trump’s second term. Bolton served in Trump’s first administration before being ousted in 2019. His book, “The Room Where it Happened,” was controversial for its portrayal of Trump. Read moreEx-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
2 people were rescued after becoming trapped in a car stalled in flood water in Clark County Thursday night. Read more2 people rescued from car stranded in flooded water in Clark County
An investigation is underway after the Paris Fire Chief said a house fire was intentionally set. Read moreChief: House intentionally set on fire in Paris
Young artists in Decatur will have a chance to see their design featured on a free t-shirt for the 2026 National Night Out campaign. Read moreDecatur youth invited to design 2026 National Night Out t-shirt
The American Red Cross is warning people to stay safe when temperatures reach dangerous highs. Read moreRed Cross warns about extreme heat
Storms could produce 2 to 3 inches of rain through Friday evening. Read moreShowers and storms bring in heavy rainfall for Friday
Last week's severe weather left thousands across central Illinois without power. Now, one Decatur family is picking up the pieces after their home caught fire shortly after electricity was restored. Read more'Getting the house back to a home': Fire leaves Decatur family starting over
A woman was arrested Wednesday after being accused of hitting a nine-year-old girl with her car in Urbana and driving under the influence. Read moreWoman accused of hitting 9-year-old girl with car in Urbana, driving under the influence
An Illinois Appellate Court has ruled to release a Decatur man from custody who was sentenced to three years in prison for child pornography. Read moreIL Appellate Court to release Decatur man convicted of child pornography
President Donald Trump is threatening a 100% tax on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services from United States companies. In a post on social media Friday, Trump took aim at European countries that he said are discussing “imminent” implementation of taxes on American companies. He wrote, “Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America." Read moreTrump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services
Ex-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
Former national security adviser John Bolton is pleading guilty to illegally retaining classified information. Bolton pleaded guilty to a single count of illegally retaining classified information. His plea deal with federal prosecutors could help him avoid prison time. Bolton, a critic of President Donald Trump, faced 18 counts related to classified information, including sharing notes with relatives while writing a memoir. The investigation began before Trump’s second term. Bolton served in Trump’s first administration before being ousted in 2019. His book, “The Room Where it Happened,” was controversial for its portrayal of Trump. Read moreEx-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
2 people were rescued after becoming trapped in a car stalled in flood water in Clark County Thursday night. Read more2 people rescued from car stranded in flooded water in Clark County
An investigation is underway after the Paris Fire Chief said a house fire was intentionally set. Read moreChief: House intentionally set on fire in Paris
Young artists in Decatur will have a chance to see their design featured on a free t-shirt for the 2026 National Night Out campaign. Read moreDecatur youth invited to design 2026 National Night Out t-shirt
The American Red Cross is warning people to stay safe when temperatures reach dangerous highs. Read moreRed Cross warns about extreme heat
Storms could produce 2 to 3 inches of rain through Friday evening. Read moreShowers and storms bring in heavy rainfall for Friday
Last week's severe weather left thousands across central Illinois without power. Now, one Decatur family is picking up the pieces after their home caught fire shortly after electricity was restored. Read more'Getting the house back to a home': Fire leaves Decatur family starting over
A woman was arrested Wednesday after being accused of hitting a nine-year-old girl with her car in Urbana and driving under the influence. Read moreWoman accused of hitting 9-year-old girl with car in Urbana, driving under the influence
An Illinois Appellate Court has ruled to release a Decatur man from custody who was sentenced to three years in prison for child pornography. Read moreIL Appellate Court to release Decatur man convicted of child pornography
Cadets came from states including Washington and New Jersey and practiced for the chance to fly solo. Read moreCivil Air Patrol cadets take to the skies for practice flights, earning their wings
The Arthur Public Library celebrated the groundbreaking of its new curiosity courtyard on Wednesday. Read moreArthur Public Library breaks ground on new curiosity courtyard
Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has named its first chief administrative officer for HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital in Springfield. Read moreHSHS St. John's Children's Hospital names first chief administrative officer
The Effingham Church of Christ is providing disaster relief supplies to people impacted by an EF-3 tornado last week. Read moreEffingham church provides disaster relief supplies to community reeling from tornado
The state of Illinois wants to hear you tell your story to the world in honor of the nation's 250th birthday. Read moreIllinois Voices 250 invites residents to record their stories for America's 250th
Urbana City Council faced a heated debate over the future of the old Urbana Civic Center on Monday. Read moreUrbana City Council debates future of old Civic Center
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Young artists in Decatur will have a chance to see their design featured on a free t-shirt for the 2026 National Night Out campaign. Read moreDecatur youth invited to design 2026 National Night Out t-shirt
The Macon County Animal Control and Care Center in Decatur needs your help in celebrating a big milestone. Read moreMacon County Animal Control and Care Center to host 20th anniversary event
Lily Simon, an Eagle Scout, saved a drowning friend at a pool using lifesaving skills she had learned just days earlier in scout training at Camp Drake. Read moreCentral Illinois Eagle Scout earns national recognition for saving a life
Cadets came from states including Washington and New Jersey and practiced for the chance to fly solo. Read moreCivil Air Patrol cadets take to the skies for practice flights, earning their wings
The Arthur Public Library celebrated the groundbreaking of its new curiosity courtyard on Wednesday. Read moreArthur Public Library breaks ground on new curiosity courtyard
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 Zebra and the cat colony
