It’s almost time to crown an NFL champion. After two weeks of hype and anticipation, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off in Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium. Will Drake Maye and the Patriots capture their seventh Lombardi Trophy? Or will Sam Darnold and the Seahawks earn their second? The matchup features two stingy defenses, two balanced offenses and two quarterbacks who’ve taken vastly different routes to get here. The Seahawks allowed the fewest points in the NFL and have standout players at every level. The Patriots got here because their defense has been dominant in the playoffs. Read moreDrake Maye and the Patriots take on Sam Darnold and the Seahawks in Super Bowl 60
Lindsey Vonn's pursuit of a second Olympic downhill gold medal is over. The 41-year-old American, skiing with a badly injured left knee, crashed early in Sunday's race in Italy. She was taken off the course by helicopter after receiving medical attention and was in stable condition with an undisclosed injury. Vonn lost control early in the race and was heard screaming as she was surrounded by medical personnel. Vonn returned to elite ski racing last season after a long break and was a race favorite. The crash may end her storied career. Teammate Breezy Johnson won the gold. Read moreLindsey Vonn breaks leg in downhill crash at Winter Olympics, in stable condition after surgery
While FBI investigators collected ample proof that Jeffrey Epstein sexually abused multiple underage girls, records released by the Justice Department show they found scant evidence he led a sex trafficking ring serving powerful men. Investigators wrote in one memo reviewed by The Associated Press that they were unable to substantiate one victim's highly public claim that he “lent her” to his rich friends and found no other victims telling a similar story. Videos and photos seized from Epstein’s homes in New York, Florida and the Virgin Islands didn’t depict victims being abused or implicate anyone else in his crimes, a prosecutor wrote in one 2025 memo. Read moreTakeaways from what the Epstein files show about the FBI investigation of possible sex trafficking
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Sunday! If you’ve got plans for the big game, the forecast is shaping up to be on your side. Read moreQuiet start to the week
Jeremy Fears scored 26 points, including a tiebreaking three-point play with 1:47 left in overtime, and had 15 assists to help No. 10 Michigan State hold on for an 85-82 win over No. 5 Illinois. With a chance to send the game to a second overtime, Illinois center Zvonimir Ivisic missed a 3-point shot at the buzzer. Michigan State knocked the Fighting Illini out of first place in the Big Ten and ended their 12-game win streak. Illinois’ David Mirkovic scored 18 points and Andrej Stojakovic had 17 points. Read moreJeremy Fears' 26 points and 15 assists help No. 10 Michigan State beat No. 5 Illinois 85-82 in OT
A firefighter was hurt while battling a fire near Springfield Saturday. Read moreFirefighter injured while battling barn fire near Springfield
Over 200 cars participated in a drive-by parade that passed the home of Kaitlynn Eller's family, with riders hoping to show support for the family amidst loss. Read moreHundreds of cars take part in drive-by parade for family of Kaitlynn Eller
Nobody was hurt and an investigation is underway after a home caught fire in Decatur Friday night. Read moreNo injuries after Decatur home catches fire, cause under investigation
Illinois women's basketball starts a three-game home stretch with a matchup against the red-hot USC Trojans. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois returns home for clash against red-hot USC
It’s been a week since “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother disappeared from her home in Arizona in what authorities say was a kidnapping. Investigators have been examining ransom notes and looking for evidence but have not named a suspect. On Friday, officers returned to 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie’s home near Tucson and to the surrounding neighborhood to continue their search. Family members told officials they last saw Nancy Guthrie at 9:48 p.m. on Jan. 31 when they dropped her off at home after they ate dinner and played games together. The next day, family learned she didn’t attend church. They reported her missing after they checked on her. Read moreWhat to know about Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping and the race to find her
It’s almost time to crown an NFL champion. After two weeks of hype and anticipation, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off in Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium. Will Drake Maye and the Patriots capture their seventh Lombardi Trophy? Or will Sam Darnold and the Seahawks earn their second? The matchup features two stingy defenses, two balanced offenses and two quarterbacks who’ve taken vastly different routes to get here. The Seahawks allowed the fewest points in the NFL and have standout players at every level. The Patriots got here because their defense has been dominant in the playoffs. Read moreDrake Maye and the Patriots take on Sam Darnold and the Seahawks in Super Bowl 60
Lindsey Vonn's pursuit of a second Olympic downhill gold medal is over. The 41-year-old American, skiing with a badly injured left knee, crashed early in Sunday's race in Italy. She was taken off the course by helicopter after receiving medical attention and was in stable condition with an undisclosed injury. Vonn lost control early in the race and was heard screaming as she was surrounded by medical personnel. Vonn returned to elite ski racing last season after a long break and was a race favorite. The crash may end her storied career. Teammate Breezy Johnson won the gold. Read moreLindsey Vonn breaks leg in downhill crash at Winter Olympics, in stable condition after surgery
While FBI investigators collected ample proof that Jeffrey Epstein sexually abused multiple underage girls, records released by the Justice Department show they found scant evidence he led a sex trafficking ring serving powerful men. Investigators wrote in one memo reviewed by The Associated Press that they were unable to substantiate one victim's highly public claim that he “lent her” to his rich friends and found no other victims telling a similar story. Videos and photos seized from Epstein’s homes in New York, Florida and the Virgin Islands didn’t depict victims being abused or implicate anyone else in his crimes, a prosecutor wrote in one 2025 memo. Read moreTakeaways from what the Epstein files show about the FBI investigation of possible sex trafficking
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Sunday! If you’ve got plans for the big game, the forecast is shaping up to be on your side. Read moreQuiet start to the week
Jeremy Fears scored 26 points, including a tiebreaking three-point play with 1:47 left in overtime, and had 15 assists to help No. 10 Michigan State hold on for an 85-82 win over No. 5 Illinois. With a chance to send the game to a second overtime, Illinois center Zvonimir Ivisic missed a 3-point shot at the buzzer. Michigan State knocked the Fighting Illini out of first place in the Big Ten and ended their 12-game win streak. Illinois’ David Mirkovic scored 18 points and Andrej Stojakovic had 17 points. Read moreJeremy Fears' 26 points and 15 assists help No. 10 Michigan State beat No. 5 Illinois 85-82 in OT
A firefighter was hurt while battling a fire near Springfield Saturday. Read moreFirefighter injured while battling barn fire near Springfield
Over 200 cars participated in a drive-by parade that passed the home of Kaitlynn Eller's family, with riders hoping to show support for the family amidst loss. Read moreHundreds of cars take part in drive-by parade for family of Kaitlynn Eller
Nobody was hurt and an investigation is underway after a home caught fire in Decatur Friday night. Read moreNo injuries after Decatur home catches fire, cause under investigation
Illinois women's basketball starts a three-game home stretch with a matchup against the red-hot USC Trojans. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois returns home for clash against red-hot USC
It’s been a week since “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother disappeared from her home in Arizona in what authorities say was a kidnapping. Investigators have been examining ransom notes and looking for evidence but have not named a suspect. On Friday, officers returned to 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie’s home near Tucson and to the surrounding neighborhood to continue their search. Family members told officials they last saw Nancy Guthrie at 9:48 p.m. on Jan. 31 when they dropped her off at home after they ate dinner and played games together. The next day, family learned she didn’t attend church. They reported her missing after they checked on her. Read moreWhat to know about Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping and the race to find her
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
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 Feb. 6-8
The City of Decatur receieved $1.4 million in grants to address residential lead hazards in the community. Read moreDecatur earns $1.4 million to address city's residential lead hazards
An unused City Water, Light and Power railroad bridge over I-55 in Springfield will be removed in February, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation. Read moreUnused CWLP bridge over I-55 to be removed in February
Four Memorial Health hospitals have earned national attention for their cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs. Read more4 Memorial Health Hospitals earn national recognition for cardiac, pulmonary rehab programs
Decatur Public Transit shared on Facebook Wednesday that it will install new fare validators. Read moreNew fare validators coming soon to Decatur Public Transit buses
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
Cities and counties across the area have resources for people and families who need to get away from the cold and into a warm place. It's always a good idea to call ahead if possible to ensure the center is open. Read moreWhere to find warming centers in central Illinois
Over 200 cars participated in a drive-by parade that passed the home of Kaitlynn Eller's family, with riders hoping to show support for the family amidst loss. Read moreHundreds of cars take part in drive-by parade for family of Kaitlynn Eller
The Olympics have officially started in Italy, but students at Parsons Elementary School in Decatur had their own medal ceremony to celebrate. Read moreLocal school celebrates start of Olympics with medal ceremony
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 Feb. 6-8
Kick off Mardi Gras festivities during a special exhibit opening reception. Read moreMardi Gras celebration kicks off special exhibit at Madden Arts Center
