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2 people arrested after hanging banner about 'the power of love' on Empire State Building antenna

Two people who got to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna and unfurled a banner about “the power of love” have been arrested. News helicopter video showed a pair dressed in black and wearing masks balancing on a ledge on top of the antenna Wednesday. The banner read: “When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.” They descended, embracing and taking selfies before ultimately being arrested. It’s unclear how the pair gained access to the antenna. The building’s management so far has said only that the episode was “unauthorized.” Read more2 people arrested after hanging banner about 'the power of love' on Empire State Building antenna

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10 public libraries and school districts across central Illinois are set to receive over $475,000 for library services, enhanced programming, and construction and security upgrades. Read moreCentral Illinois libraries, school districts to receive over $475K in grants

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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will temporarily move DMV services in Charleston to the city's public library after the storms forced the local facility to close. Read moreDMV services moving to Charleston public library after storms damage main facility

'Miles of Smiles': Illinois State Fair unveils theme for 2026 festivities

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Fireworks, parades & more: Where to celebrate Independence Day across central IL

Communities across central Illinois are holding celebrations for Independence Day and America's 250th birthday. WAND has compiled a list of Fourth of July celebrations, including fireworks, parades, and festivals, taking place across the area. Read moreFireworks, parades & more: Where to celebrate Independence Day across central IL

Where to find cooling centers in central Illinois

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

Girls Trip: A Sweet Stop at the Pink Elephant on Route 66

LIVINGSTON, Ill. (WAND) - This month's Girls Trip segment brought Caroline Reese and Alivia Colon to one of Route 66's most iconic roadside stops—the Pink Elephant Antique Mall in Livingston. Read moreGirls Trip: A Sweet Stop at the Pink Elephant on Route 66

Add Norman Powell to the list of this past season’s All-Stars who are changing addresses this summer in NBA free agency. Powell has agreed to a two-year deal that could be worth up to $45 million with the Chicago Bulls, according to a person with knowledge of the talks. Powell also had recei… Read moreNBA free agency: Norman Powell to Chicago in another All-Star move as teams continue shaping rosters

Illinois men using summer workouts to build chemistry with new and returning players

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) -- Illinois men's basketball team is a few weeks of summer workouts and Tuesday was the first day we got to talk to Brad Underwood since retaining a core from the final four team. Read moreIllinois men using summer workouts to build chemistry with new and returning players

Serena Williams 'enjoyed the moment' despite 3-set loss at Wimbledon in comeback at age 44

Serena Williams was beaten 6-3, 6-7 (6) 6-3 by 20-year-old Maya Joint of Australia in her first professional singles match in nearly four years in the opening round of Wimbledon. The 44-year-old Williams showed off the same powerful serve and heavy groundstrokes that led her to 23 Grand Slam… Read moreSerena Williams 'enjoyed the moment' despite 3-set loss at Wimbledon in comeback at age 44

Marcus Domask giving back to Illinois with youth camp in Williamsville

WILLIAMSVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - Former Illini basketball star Marcus Domask is back in central Illinois this week hosting a summer camp for young players. Read moreMarcus Domask giving back to Illinois with youth camp in Williamsville

Butler's iconic Hinkle Fieldhouse will play host to the next NBA Cup final in December

The NBA is going back to college this coming season, bringing the NBA Cup championship game to Butler’s historic Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Hinkle is one of the oldest arenas in the country. It is iconic, and more than fits the billing that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and other leag… Read moreButler's iconic Hinkle Fieldhouse will play host to the next NBA Cup final in December

Embattled QB Brendan Sorsby to become eligible for 2027 NFL draft after opting not to sue the league

Brendan Sorsby is moving on to 2027. The NFL informed its teams that Sorsby, a quarterback banned by the NCAA for gambling, won't pursue legal action against the league. Sorsby, who played for Indiana and Cincinnati before transferring to Texas Tech, had petitioned to enter the NFL's supplem… Read moreEmbattled QB Brendan Sorsby to become eligible for 2027 NFL draft after opting not to sue the league

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Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that the central bank would remain independent and seek to bring down inflation, likely foreclosing the rate cuts President Trump has sought. The Fed typically combats inflation by raising borrowing costs. When asked about Trump’s oft-repe… Read moreFederal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids — some just toddlers now

Across the country, experts are watching to see whether the World Cup will give a boost to youth soccer and mint fans for decades to come. Soccer already ranks among the most popular youth sports in the country. Michael Lewis is a professor of marketing at Emory University. He says the popul… Read moreWorld Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids — some just toddlers now

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Turkey is implementing extensive security measures for the upcoming NATO summit, deploying thousands of police and banning public gatherings. The country has also converted a former military airfield into a new airport facility to host NATO leaders. These actions aim to safeguard the summit … Read moreTurkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Mourners attend funerals for 14 Pakistani children killed in tutoring center roof collapse

Mourners are attending funerals of 14 schoolchildren who were killed when the roof of a tutoring center collapsed. Funeral prayers for the children up to 14 years old began before dawn Wednesday. Police are investigating whether negligence during construction work caused the collapse in the … Read moreMourners attend funerals for 14 Pakistani children killed in tutoring center roof collapse

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