A Danville man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for dealing methamphetamine. Read moreDanville man sentenced to 10 years for dealing meth
Investigators believe the missing mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie is “still out there,” but they have not identified any suspects. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos also said Thursday that DNA tests showed blood found on Nancy Guthrie’s porch came back to her. He said: “Right now, we believe Nancy is still out there. We want her home.” Nanos spoke at a news conference five days after she was reported missing. Investigators say they are taking ransom notes sent to media outlets seriously. The FBI chief in Phoenix say the notes included a demand for money with a deadline. Read moreSavannah Guthrie's missing mother is 'still out there,' sheriff says, but no suspects
An Indiana man was sentenced to 14 years in prison for sexually assaulting a child in Danville. Read moreMan pleads guilty, sentenced in Danville child sexual assault case
A Springfield man is facing multiple child pornography charges. Read moreSpringfield man facing child pornography charges
A Monticello non-profit is hosting a gala featuring a former NFL player to raise money and bring awareness to substance abuse. Read moreAddiction awareness fundraiser features former NFL player in Monticello
An intersection near HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield is expected to be closed at least a day after a water main break Thursday. Read moreWater main break shuts down intersection near HSHS St. John's in Springfield
A Springfield man is accused of brutally beating and sexually assaulting a woman. Read moreMan accused of raping and beating woman chased away by neighbor with machete
The Kremlin says it views the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the U.S. with regret, leaving no caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in over 50 years. There are fears the end of the New START Treaty could mean another nuclear arms race. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness to stick to the pact’s limits for another year if Washington agreed. But President Donald Trump has been noncommittal, indicating he wants China to be a part of a new pact — something Beijing has rebuffed. The treaty, signed in 2010, was extended in 2021 for five more years. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow views the expiration Thursday “negatively.” Read moreA half-century of US-Russian arms control ends with the expiration of the New START nuclear pact
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Thursday! Temperatures are going to be on the chilly side this morning with lows in the teens and single digits. Wind chills are in the neg… Read moreAnother chilly and cloudy day
City leaders are working to revitalize Decatur, and the project is more than just adding new buildings. It is a long-term investment for the future. Read moreDecatur officials outline plan to strengthen neighborhoods, economy
A Danville man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for dealing methamphetamine. Read moreDanville man sentenced to 10 years for dealing meth
Investigators believe the missing mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie is “still out there,” but they have not identified any suspects. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos also said Thursday that DNA tests showed blood found on Nancy Guthrie’s porch came back to her. He said: “Right now, we believe Nancy is still out there. We want her home.” Nanos spoke at a news conference five days after she was reported missing. Investigators say they are taking ransom notes sent to media outlets seriously. The FBI chief in Phoenix say the notes included a demand for money with a deadline. Read moreSavannah Guthrie's missing mother is 'still out there,' sheriff says, but no suspects
An Indiana man was sentenced to 14 years in prison for sexually assaulting a child in Danville. Read moreMan pleads guilty, sentenced in Danville child sexual assault case
A Springfield man is facing multiple child pornography charges. Read moreSpringfield man facing child pornography charges
A Monticello non-profit is hosting a gala featuring a former NFL player to raise money and bring awareness to substance abuse. Read moreAddiction awareness fundraiser features former NFL player in Monticello
An intersection near HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield is expected to be closed at least a day after a water main break Thursday. Read moreWater main break shuts down intersection near HSHS St. John's in Springfield
A Springfield man is accused of brutally beating and sexually assaulting a woman. Read moreMan accused of raping and beating woman chased away by neighbor with machete
The Kremlin says it views the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the U.S. with regret, leaving no caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in over 50 years. There are fears the end of the New START Treaty could mean another nuclear arms race. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness to stick to the pact’s limits for another year if Washington agreed. But President Donald Trump has been noncommittal, indicating he wants China to be a part of a new pact — something Beijing has rebuffed. The treaty, signed in 2010, was extended in 2021 for five more years. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow views the expiration Thursday “negatively.” Read moreA half-century of US-Russian arms control ends with the expiration of the New START nuclear pact
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Thursday! Temperatures are going to be on the chilly side this morning with lows in the teens and single digits. Wind chills are in the neg… Read moreAnother chilly and cloudy day
City leaders are working to revitalize Decatur, and the project is more than just adding new buildings. It is a long-term investment for the future. Read moreDecatur officials outline plan to strengthen neighborhoods, economy
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
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
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
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
A Monticello non-profit is hosting a gala featuring a former NFL player to raise money and bring awareness to substance abuse. Read moreAddiction awareness fundraiser features former NFL player in Monticello
Theatre 7 in Decatur will host performances of its original musical theatre cabaret, "Serving Up Love: A Buffet of Songs," Feb. 13 to 15. Read moreDecatur's Theatre 7 is 'Serving Up Love' this Valentine's Day
Even though they are a smaller community, the Chatham Police Department has two officers fluent in Spanish who are always ready to answer the call. Read moreSpanish speaking officers in Chatham Police Department connect with the community
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 Peanut Butter and Gumbo
