Many believe the federal program limits healthcare organizations and hospitals from providing discounted medications. Read moreIllinois lawmakers, advocates hope House passes 340B reform plan
Illinois State Police have released disturbing body camera footage of the moment an O'Fallon police officer shot an armed suspect while responding to a disturbance call. According to ISP, on August 29, 2025, at around 7:43 p.m., O’Fallon police officers were called to the 600 block of West Madison Street regarding a disturbance involving a man with a knife. Read moreISP releases body camera footage from fatal O’Fallon shooting
The partial government shutdown is a lot different from the record-long shutdown in the fall. That’s mostly because the shutdown that began Saturday doesn't include the whole of government and because it may not last long, even as it drags into the new week. The House had hoped to pass legislation to end the shutdown when lawmakers return Monday evening. But House Speaker Mike Johnson now says it’ll be more like a Tuesday vote as he scrambles to find support. Funding is lapsing, at least temporarily, for the Pentagon, Department of Homeland Security and others. Essential functions will continue, but workers could go without pay. Read moreWhat to know about the partial government shutdown
A woman was rushed to the hospital after being hit by a vehicle as she was walking in a crosswalk in St. Joseph Tuesday morning. Read moreWoman hit in crosswalk by vehicle in St. Joseph
Former first lady Jill Biden's ex-husband was arrested and charged with murder in the death of his current wife, officials said Tuesday. Read moreJill Biden's ex-husband arrested and charged with killing his current wife
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announced country artist Craig Campbell will be coming to perform on August 1, 2026. Read moreCountry artist Craig Campbell coming to The Devon
PEORIA, Ill. (25News Now) - Peoria High School Boys Basketball Coach Daniel Ruffin has been arrested for allegedly soliciting a teenage girl, WEEK is reporting. Read morePeoria High School’s boys’ basketball coach accused of soliciting teen
A Macon County Sheriff's deputy who was cited for driving under the influence in December has resigned his position. Read moreMacon County Sheriff's deputy resigns following DUI citation
Baby toys sold at Hobby Lobby stores have been recalled due to a choking hazard. Read moreBaby toys sold at Hobby Lobby recalled for choking hazard
A woman has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for stabbing a 70-year-old man to death in Urbana last year. Read moreWoman gets 30 years for deadly stabbing in Urbana
Many believe the federal program limits healthcare organizations and hospitals from providing discounted medications. Read moreIllinois lawmakers, advocates hope House passes 340B reform plan
Illinois State Police have released disturbing body camera footage of the moment an O'Fallon police officer shot an armed suspect while responding to a disturbance call. According to ISP, on August 29, 2025, at around 7:43 p.m., O’Fallon police officers were called to the 600 block of West Madison Street regarding a disturbance involving a man with a knife. Read moreISP releases body camera footage from fatal O’Fallon shooting
The partial government shutdown is a lot different from the record-long shutdown in the fall. That’s mostly because the shutdown that began Saturday doesn't include the whole of government and because it may not last long, even as it drags into the new week. The House had hoped to pass legislation to end the shutdown when lawmakers return Monday evening. But House Speaker Mike Johnson now says it’ll be more like a Tuesday vote as he scrambles to find support. Funding is lapsing, at least temporarily, for the Pentagon, Department of Homeland Security and others. Essential functions will continue, but workers could go without pay. Read moreWhat to know about the partial government shutdown
A woman was rushed to the hospital after being hit by a vehicle as she was walking in a crosswalk in St. Joseph Tuesday morning. Read moreWoman hit in crosswalk by vehicle in St. Joseph
Former first lady Jill Biden's ex-husband was arrested and charged with murder in the death of his current wife, officials said Tuesday. Read moreJill Biden's ex-husband arrested and charged with killing his current wife
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announced country artist Craig Campbell will be coming to perform on August 1, 2026. Read moreCountry artist Craig Campbell coming to The Devon
PEORIA, Ill. (25News Now) - Peoria High School Boys Basketball Coach Daniel Ruffin has been arrested for allegedly soliciting a teenage girl, WEEK is reporting. Read morePeoria High School’s boys’ basketball coach accused of soliciting teen
A Macon County Sheriff's deputy who was cited for driving under the influence in December has resigned his position. Read moreMacon County Sheriff's deputy resigns following DUI citation
Baby toys sold at Hobby Lobby stores have been recalled due to a choking hazard. Read moreBaby toys sold at Hobby Lobby recalled for choking hazard
A woman has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for stabbing a 70-year-old man to death in Urbana last year. Read moreWoman gets 30 years for deadly stabbing in Urbana
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
Early voting begins in Illinois on Thursday for the March 17 primary. Read moreEarly voting in Illinois for March primary begins Thursday
The Child 1st Center in Decatur has achieved re-accreditation with the National Children's Alliance. Read moreDecatur's Child 1st Center earns national re-accreditation
The University of Illinois Springfield is offering free tax preparation services for the first time. Read moreUIS offers free tax return help for community
In January 2025, C-U Aerospace was working on launching a first-of-its-kind satellite into space. Now, its duplex satellite has deployed from the International Space Station. Read moreC-U Aerospace satellite deploys from International Space Station
The man killed in a shooting in west Decatur Friday morning has been identified. Read moreMan killed in west Decatur shooting identified
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
The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announced country artist Craig Campbell will be coming to perform on August 1, 2026. Read moreCountry artist Craig Campbell coming to The Devon
The City of Jacksonville is encouraging the community to send in their time capsule letters for future generations to enjoy. Read moreJacksonville invites community to submit letters for time capsule
The Decatur Park District will host a hiring fair from 3-6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, at the Decatur Indoor Sports Center. Read moreJob seekers invited to attend the Decatur Park District's hiring fair
The University of Illinois is offering free tax help to those in need. Read moreU of I offering free tax help to those in need
