A man holding hostages inside a California office building has been shot and killed by the FBI. The Bakersfield Police Department said in a statement Wednesday that the suspect was killed in an officer-involved shooting involving FBI personnel. Police say all the hostages are free and none was harmed. The standoff in downtown Bakersfield ended more than 15 hours after it began Tuesday afternoon when officers responded to a call of a bomb threat at the Chase Bank building. Police say the man barricaded himself inside with several people. Two hostages were released Tuesday. Nearby buildings, including City Hall and the police headquarters, were evacuated and some roads were closed. Read moreFBI fatally shoots a man holding hostages in a California office building, police say
A Decatur man who was accused of pointing a crossbow at police has pleaded not guilty. Read moreDecatur man accused of pointing crossbow at police pleads not guilty
Ford recall for seat belt issue and a do-not-drive order for some Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles
Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs. The automaker separately said that it was recalling more than 4,600 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles and issuing a do not driving warning due to a suspension-related issue. That recall involves Bronco Sport vehicles with model years 2021 through 2026 and Maverick vehicles with model years 2022 through 2026. Read moreFord recall for seat belt issue and a do-not-drive order for some Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles
Willow Tree Missions’ Board of Directors and staff have launched a strategic planning process for the organization. Read moreWillow Tree Missions Board, staff undertake strategic planning process
The organization said in a Facebook post that the move was made because of a lack of "consistent support" and "financial backing" needed to fly the balloons. Read moreLincoln mayor speaks out on balloon portion of Balloons Over 66 being canceled
A family escaped a house fire in Champaign Tuesday night. Read moreCat rescued, family displaced after Champaign house fire
Temperatures will be comfortable in the low 80s this afternoon. Humidity will increase through the week. Read moreA mild and sunny middle of the week
Residents in Christian County got their first opportunity to hear from developers about the proposed $8.8 billion data center project on Tuesday. Read moreChristian County residents seek answers on 1,000 megawatt data center project
State representatives passed a bill Sunday to ensure people receive reminder notifications before court hearings. Read moreIL House passes plan requiring court date reminder texts for people on pretrial release
This plan states that detention and processing facilities cannot be located within 1,500 feet of any home, apartment complex, school, daycare center, public park, or church. Read moreIL Democrats send bill restricting ICE detention center locations to Pritzker
A man holding hostages inside a California office building has been shot and killed by the FBI. The Bakersfield Police Department said in a statement Wednesday that the suspect was killed in an officer-involved shooting involving FBI personnel. Police say all the hostages are free and none was harmed. The standoff in downtown Bakersfield ended more than 15 hours after it began Tuesday afternoon when officers responded to a call of a bomb threat at the Chase Bank building. Police say the man barricaded himself inside with several people. Two hostages were released Tuesday. Nearby buildings, including City Hall and the police headquarters, were evacuated and some roads were closed. Read moreFBI fatally shoots a man holding hostages in a California office building, police say
A Decatur man who was accused of pointing a crossbow at police has pleaded not guilty. Read moreDecatur man accused of pointing crossbow at police pleads not guilty
Ford recall for seat belt issue and a do-not-drive order for some Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles
Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs. The automaker separately said that it was recalling more than 4,600 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles and issuing a do not driving warning due to a suspension-related issue. That recall involves Bronco Sport vehicles with model years 2021 through 2026 and Maverick vehicles with model years 2022 through 2026. Read moreFord recall for seat belt issue and a do-not-drive order for some Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles
Willow Tree Missions’ Board of Directors and staff have launched a strategic planning process for the organization. Read moreWillow Tree Missions Board, staff undertake strategic planning process
The organization said in a Facebook post that the move was made because of a lack of "consistent support" and "financial backing" needed to fly the balloons. Read moreLincoln mayor speaks out on balloon portion of Balloons Over 66 being canceled
A family escaped a house fire in Champaign Tuesday night. Read moreCat rescued, family displaced after Champaign house fire
Temperatures will be comfortable in the low 80s this afternoon. Humidity will increase through the week. Read moreA mild and sunny middle of the week
Residents in Christian County got their first opportunity to hear from developers about the proposed $8.8 billion data center project on Tuesday. Read moreChristian County residents seek answers on 1,000 megawatt data center project
State representatives passed a bill Sunday to ensure people receive reminder notifications before court hearings. Read moreIL House passes plan requiring court date reminder texts for people on pretrial release
This plan states that detention and processing facilities cannot be located within 1,500 feet of any home, apartment complex, school, daycare center, public park, or church. Read moreIL Democrats send bill restricting ICE detention center locations to Pritzker
The Decatur City Council approved almost $4 million in funding for more road improvements in the community. Read moreDecatur City Council approves nearly $4M for road improvements
The City of Decatur and Decatur Public Works are set to host the touch-a-truck equipment show. Read moreDecatur Public Works to host touch-a-truck equipment show in downtown
The Champaign County History Museum is launching a major America 250 celebration with a kickoff event and rare historical exhibit highlighting the nation’s founding. The celebration begins June 13 with a free public kickoff at the museum, featuring music, ceremonial flag events, remarks from… Read moreChampaign Co. History Museum announces 250 celebration events
During an event Thursday at the Brickyard in Mount Pulaski, Bureau Board President Molly Pickering said this is part of a months-long effort to hear what people wanted to see represented throughout central Illinois. Read moreResidents asked for input to shape future of Logan County tourism
Richland Community College is partnering with the Children's Museum of Illinois to form a teaching kitchen. Read moreRichland, Children's Museum of Illinois cooking up a teaching kitchen
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Decatur Public Schools is seeking a new after-school vendor after ending its before and after-school programs due to budget cuts. Read moreDecatur Public Schools seeks new after-school vendor after budget cuts
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Free training on trauma-informed care is being offered at Decatur Memorial Hospital. Read moreFree training on trauma-informed care being offered at Decatur Memorial Hospital
Illinois College's orchid research collaboration earned its second gold medal in a row at the 2026 Chelsea Flower Show. Read moreIllinois College wins big at 2026 Chelsea Flower Show
Willow Tree Missions’ Board of Directors and staff have launched a strategic planning process for the organization. Read moreWillow Tree Missions Board, staff undertake strategic planning process
A Kitten Shower will take place from 1-3 p.m. Saturday at APL's location at 1001 Taintor Road in Springfield. Read moreAPL invites Springfield to Kitten Shower event to support kittens awaiting adoption
Saturday, June 6, is National Trails Day. Read moreNational Trails Day is June 6
The due date for property taxes is right around the corner. Read moreProperty tax bills due June 5