A vendor market in Piatt County is working to raise money for a local hospital. Read moreMarket on the Prairie works to raise money for Kirby Medical Center
Now, less than two weeks before the school year starts, teachers entered the building to set up their classrooms and take inventory of their items. Read moreTeachers prepare new school building after tornado damages Meridian Elementary
The American Heart Association says women are 27% less likely than men to receive bystander CPR because of hesitation or misconceptions. Read moreIllinois law requires student CPR training on female manikins
The Illinois State Fair is offering over 160 hours of free entertainment, daily discounts and free attractions for families to enjoy the fair without stretching their budgets this year. Read moreIllinois State Fair reveals theme and discount days, offers free fun for families
A driver was air lifted to the hospital after falling asleep behind the wheel and crashing in Teutopolis Tuesday. Read moreDriver air lifted after falling asleep behind the wheel in Teutopolis
The WSOY Community Food Drive is returning for its 23rd year, with organizers urging the community to help local families as food insecurity continues to grow across Macon County. Read moreWSOY Community Food Drive returns as hunger rises across Macon County
The woman accused of concealing her husband's death and dumping his remains in Lake Mattoon pleaded not guilty on Monday. Read moreWoman accused of dumping husband's remains in Lake Mattoon pleads not guilty
Ahead of the 18th running of the Christie Clinic Race Weekend happening April 22-24, 2027, the theme has been announced. Read moreChristie Clinic Race Weekend reveals 2027 theme
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Donald Trump’s helicopter was approaching Reagan National Airport in what appears to be a violation of safety procedures put in place after last year’s midair collision between an airliner and an Army helicopter near that busy Washington D.C. airport. The incident occurred Tuesday as Marine One left the White House for Andrews Air Force Base with the president aboard. A commercial jet took off at the same time. The FAA decided after 67 people died on Jan. 29, 2025 that all takeoffs and landings at Reagan would be halted anytime a helicopter passes by the airport. Read moreFAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump's helicopter approached
An employee at an Iroquois County soybean processing facility died in a "tragic accident" Monday. Read moreEmployee killed in accident at Iroquois County soybean plant
A vendor market in Piatt County is working to raise money for a local hospital. Read moreMarket on the Prairie works to raise money for Kirby Medical Center
Now, less than two weeks before the school year starts, teachers entered the building to set up their classrooms and take inventory of their items. Read moreTeachers prepare new school building after tornado damages Meridian Elementary
The American Heart Association says women are 27% less likely than men to receive bystander CPR because of hesitation or misconceptions. Read moreIllinois law requires student CPR training on female manikins
The Illinois State Fair is offering over 160 hours of free entertainment, daily discounts and free attractions for families to enjoy the fair without stretching their budgets this year. Read moreIllinois State Fair reveals theme and discount days, offers free fun for families
A driver was air lifted to the hospital after falling asleep behind the wheel and crashing in Teutopolis Tuesday. Read moreDriver air lifted after falling asleep behind the wheel in Teutopolis
The WSOY Community Food Drive is returning for its 23rd year, with organizers urging the community to help local families as food insecurity continues to grow across Macon County. Read moreWSOY Community Food Drive returns as hunger rises across Macon County
The woman accused of concealing her husband's death and dumping his remains in Lake Mattoon pleaded not guilty on Monday. Read moreWoman accused of dumping husband's remains in Lake Mattoon pleads not guilty
Ahead of the 18th running of the Christie Clinic Race Weekend happening April 22-24, 2027, the theme has been announced. Read moreChristie Clinic Race Weekend reveals 2027 theme
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Donald Trump’s helicopter was approaching Reagan National Airport in what appears to be a violation of safety procedures put in place after last year’s midair collision between an airliner and an Army helicopter near that busy Washington D.C. airport. The incident occurred Tuesday as Marine One left the White House for Andrews Air Force Base with the president aboard. A commercial jet took off at the same time. The FAA decided after 67 people died on Jan. 29, 2025 that all takeoffs and landings at Reagan would be halted anytime a helicopter passes by the airport. Read moreFAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump's helicopter approached
An employee at an Iroquois County soybean processing facility died in a "tragic accident" Monday. Read moreEmployee killed in accident at Iroquois County soybean plant
Decatur police brought dozens of officers to Dansby Park Tuesday night for National Night Out, an annual community event designed to build connections between law enforcement and residents. Read moreDecatur Police Department hosts National Night Out at Dansby Park
The idea would have allowed small food trucks a commercial space to prepare food for the day, and no items would be sold on site. Read moreChampaign City Council rejects food truck commissary kitchen plan
A building on the Farmer City square is being renovated into a new grocery store, with the total price running around $320,000. Read moreNew grocery store to open in Farmer City after a decade
The program combines two former teams into a single program to increase effectiveness. Read moreU of I Extension launches new health and community wellness program
The Decatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out celebration is set to return on Tuesday. Read moreDecatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out set for Tuesday
National Night Out, an event that strengthens relationships between police and the community, will take place Tuesday at various locations across the Capitol City. Read moreSpringfield police to participate in 2026 National Night Out
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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
A vendor market in Piatt County is working to raise money for a local hospital. Read moreMarket on the Prairie works to raise money for Kirby Medical Center
The University of Illinois Springfield will host a special star party to view the annual Perseid meteor shower later this month. Read moreUIS to host viewing party for meteor shower visible across central Illinois
Carle Health Mobile Clinic will offer back-to-school checks before children return to school during an upcoming two-day event. Read moreCarle Health Mobile Clinic to offer back-to-school checks in August
The fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at the health department in Taylorville. Read moreChristian County back-to-school health fair happening Thursday
Mattoon Restaurant Week is set for August 3 through 9. Read moreMattoon Restaurant Week underway
