Heavy rain and storms move through quickly this morning. Sunshine returns by the afternoon. Read moreA stormy start to the day
This proposal states all downcoding determinations must be made or reviewed by a real person and insurance companies would be required to notify doctors if a service is downcoded. Read moreIL Senate unanimously passes downcoding transparency bill
Illinois State Police have released body camera footage of a man shot by police after pointing a crossbow at people in Downtown Decatur last month. Read moreBody cam footage of Decatur man pointing crossbow at police released
As a not-for-profit organization, the garden relies on volunteers to weed, water and harvest each week. Those who help in the garden get first dibs on the produce picked. Read moreEnos Park Neighborhood Gardens celebrates 15th anniversary
A long-standing partnership between Fuyao Glass America and the Mt. Zion Fire Department is continuing to grow after the company donated new rescue equipment designed to help firefighters respond faster during emergencies. Read moreFuyao Glass Illinois donates new rescue tools to Mt. Zion Fire Department
Illinois House Republicans are renewing their push for Democrats to let their affordability plans pass before session ends. Read moreIL House GOP demand action on bills addressing gas prices, school choice, no tax on tips
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary resigned this week after being under pressure from several special interests, including the vaping lobby. Read moreSen. Dick Durbin says anti-vaping stance cost FDA chief his job
State lawmakers are one step closer to tackling growing frustration with digital coupons for grocery stores. Read moreIllinois bill tackling digital grocery coupon concerns heads to Senate floor
This plan requires each package or box of diapers sold in Illinois to include a printed list of all ingredients. Read moreIL Senate committee approves bill requiring diaper ingredients transparency for consumers
Part of Main Street in Buffalo is closed after fiber workers hit a natural gas line on Wednesday. Read morePart of Buffalo road closed after fiber work crew hits gas line
Heavy rain and storms move through quickly this morning. Sunshine returns by the afternoon. Read moreA stormy start to the day
This proposal states all downcoding determinations must be made or reviewed by a real person and insurance companies would be required to notify doctors if a service is downcoded. Read moreIL Senate unanimously passes downcoding transparency bill
Illinois State Police have released body camera footage of a man shot by police after pointing a crossbow at people in Downtown Decatur last month. Read moreBody cam footage of Decatur man pointing crossbow at police released
As a not-for-profit organization, the garden relies on volunteers to weed, water and harvest each week. Those who help in the garden get first dibs on the produce picked. Read moreEnos Park Neighborhood Gardens celebrates 15th anniversary
A long-standing partnership between Fuyao Glass America and the Mt. Zion Fire Department is continuing to grow after the company donated new rescue equipment designed to help firefighters respond faster during emergencies. Read moreFuyao Glass Illinois donates new rescue tools to Mt. Zion Fire Department
Illinois House Republicans are renewing their push for Democrats to let their affordability plans pass before session ends. Read moreIL House GOP demand action on bills addressing gas prices, school choice, no tax on tips
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary resigned this week after being under pressure from several special interests, including the vaping lobby. Read moreSen. Dick Durbin says anti-vaping stance cost FDA chief his job
State lawmakers are one step closer to tackling growing frustration with digital coupons for grocery stores. Read moreIllinois bill tackling digital grocery coupon concerns heads to Senate floor
This plan requires each package or box of diapers sold in Illinois to include a printed list of all ingredients. Read moreIL Senate committee approves bill requiring diaper ingredients transparency for consumers
Part of Main Street in Buffalo is closed after fiber workers hit a natural gas line on Wednesday. Read morePart of Buffalo road closed after fiber work crew hits gas line
The Macon County Board approved the next step for clean energy company Apex's Spring Creek solar project on Thursday night. Read moreMacon County Board considers large solar farm project north of Argenta
A familiar face in central Illinois' own Tom Durnil will be taking a spin on the "Wheel of Fortune" the week of May 18. Read moreArgenta resident to compete on 'Wheel of Fortune'
The Champaign Unit 4 School District's "Operation Hope" program celebrated its students' graduation on Wednesday. Read moreChampaign Unit 4's Operation Hope celebrates largest ever graduating class
Champaign's Unit 4 School District wants community feedback on the future of its middle school facilities. Read moreChampaign Unit 4 seeks public input on future of middle schools during open houses
The center stated that it has taken in more than 100 dogs in just three weeks and that adoption and transfer rates are low. Read moreSangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center struggling with overcrowded kennels
According to the University, the campaign surpassed its $350,000 goal, raising $685,839 for Millikin students. Read moreMillikin's Forever True Blue campaign raises over $685K for students
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A familiar face in central Illinois' own Tom Durnil will be taking a spin on the "Wheel of Fortune" the week of May 18. Read moreArgenta resident to compete on 'Wheel of Fortune'
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 Wasabi and Pirate Pete
The Champaign Park District will be holding a ribbon-cutting for the new playground at Millage Park. Read moreRibbon-cutting to be held for new playground at Champaign's Millage Park
The Decatur Early Birds Kiwanis Club is helping young kids learn how to fish. Each year, hundreds of kids fish for the first time. Read moreGetting hooked on fishing: Decatur Early Birds Kiwanis Club helps kids learn how to fish
The event's Artisan Summer Luau will take place from 5-8 p.m. June 5 at Temple Plaza in Downtown Danville. Read moreFrom Hawaii with love: Danville First Fridays returns with summer luau
The winners of the month-long Champaign Vegan Chef Challenge have been chosen. Read moreWinners of Champaign Vegan Chef Challenge announced
