Nobody was hurt after a home exploded in Champaign Sunday afternoon. Read moreChampaign home destroyed in explosion, cause under investigation
Authorities in Peru say a plane carrying European tourists to view the famed Nazca Lines has crashed into a field outside the Peruvian city of Nazca, killing 13 people. Nazca’s municipal government said the plane departed from the nearby city of Ica and was operated by Peruvian company Aerodiana. On its website, the airline said that it has offered scenic flights over the Nazca lines for the past 14 years using Cessna Grand Caravan planes. Among the dead in Saturday's crash were seven Italian citizens, two Spaniards and two Germans, Peru’s Transportation Ministry said. The other two fatalities were the pilot and copilot. Read morePlane carrying European tourists crashes in Peru, killing 13 people on Nazca Lines viewing flight
U.S. President Donald Trump says he'll order American forces to hold off on strikes he had threatened against Iran, claiming Mideast allies have reached the parameters of a deal to end the war. Trump said in a Saturday evening social media post that for now, he will halt new strikes in the 5-month old war. A day earlier, he had threatened more strikes on Iran as the U.S. pushes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said on Sunday that there were no talks about reopening the strait, which would not return to its pre-war status. Read moreTrump says he will order halt to Iran strikes after parameters reached for deal to end war
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Saturday and Central Illinois! A transition to high pressure today will bring breezy conditions and decreasing cloud cover across the region. Read moreHigh pressure returns for the start of the week
A Twin Falls city spokesman says that three people were killed and seven more were injured, some critically, in a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in southern Idaho on Saturday afternoon. Police who responded to the shooting found the body of the suspected gunman in an area near the restaurant, Twin Falls city public information officer Josh Palmer said, and he did not know if the suspect was included in the fatality count. Officials were still working on notifying the family members of victims and so were not yet releasing the names, ages or other details about the people hurt in the shooting, Palmer said Read moreIdaho fast food restaurant shooting leaves 3 dead and 7 injured, city spokesman says
The Women’s Professional Baseball League has started its inaugural season. Mo’ne Davis and the Los Angeles Queens faced Denae Benites and the New York Heights on opening day for the first women’s professional baseball league in the United States in almost 30 years. A steady rain delayed the start of the game at a soaked Robin Roberts Stadium, the 101-year-old home of the WPBL’s first season. But much of the crowd of more than 4,000 started lining up hours before the game, hoping to grab a Davis bobblehead on the way to the metal bleachers. The line for the main merchandise booth stretched all the way to the outfield along one side of the ballpark. Read moreWomen's Professional Baseball League makes a rainy debut in front of enthusiastic crowd
Kids and parents lined up Saturday morning for the Decatur Family YMCA's annual Backpack Attack event — and the community showed up in full force. Read moreDecatur Family YMCA gives away thousands of backpacks at annual Backpack Attack event
A new spot for gamers of all ages opened in Springfield Saturday. Read moreSpringfield arcade cuts ribbon on expansion
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) hosted its back to school bash Saturday. Read moreALPLM hosts Back to School Bash
A driver is dead after a crash in Menard County early Friday morning. Read moreMan killed in Menard County crash identified
Nobody was hurt after a home exploded in Champaign Sunday afternoon. Read moreChampaign home destroyed in explosion, cause under investigation
Authorities in Peru say a plane carrying European tourists to view the famed Nazca Lines has crashed into a field outside the Peruvian city of Nazca, killing 13 people. Nazca’s municipal government said the plane departed from the nearby city of Ica and was operated by Peruvian company Aerodiana. On its website, the airline said that it has offered scenic flights over the Nazca lines for the past 14 years using Cessna Grand Caravan planes. Among the dead in Saturday's crash were seven Italian citizens, two Spaniards and two Germans, Peru’s Transportation Ministry said. The other two fatalities were the pilot and copilot. Read morePlane carrying European tourists crashes in Peru, killing 13 people on Nazca Lines viewing flight
U.S. President Donald Trump says he'll order American forces to hold off on strikes he had threatened against Iran, claiming Mideast allies have reached the parameters of a deal to end the war. Trump said in a Saturday evening social media post that for now, he will halt new strikes in the 5-month old war. A day earlier, he had threatened more strikes on Iran as the U.S. pushes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said on Sunday that there were no talks about reopening the strait, which would not return to its pre-war status. Read moreTrump says he will order halt to Iran strikes after parameters reached for deal to end war
DECATUR, IL. (WAND) - Happy Saturday and Central Illinois! A transition to high pressure today will bring breezy conditions and decreasing cloud cover across the region. Read moreHigh pressure returns for the start of the week
A Twin Falls city spokesman says that three people were killed and seven more were injured, some critically, in a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in southern Idaho on Saturday afternoon. Police who responded to the shooting found the body of the suspected gunman in an area near the restaurant, Twin Falls city public information officer Josh Palmer said, and he did not know if the suspect was included in the fatality count. Officials were still working on notifying the family members of victims and so were not yet releasing the names, ages or other details about the people hurt in the shooting, Palmer said Read moreIdaho fast food restaurant shooting leaves 3 dead and 7 injured, city spokesman says
The Women’s Professional Baseball League has started its inaugural season. Mo’ne Davis and the Los Angeles Queens faced Denae Benites and the New York Heights on opening day for the first women’s professional baseball league in the United States in almost 30 years. A steady rain delayed the start of the game at a soaked Robin Roberts Stadium, the 101-year-old home of the WPBL’s first season. But much of the crowd of more than 4,000 started lining up hours before the game, hoping to grab a Davis bobblehead on the way to the metal bleachers. The line for the main merchandise booth stretched all the way to the outfield along one side of the ballpark. Read moreWomen's Professional Baseball League makes a rainy debut in front of enthusiastic crowd
Kids and parents lined up Saturday morning for the Decatur Family YMCA's annual Backpack Attack event — and the community showed up in full force. Read moreDecatur Family YMCA gives away thousands of backpacks at annual Backpack Attack event
A new spot for gamers of all ages opened in Springfield Saturday. Read moreSpringfield arcade cuts ribbon on expansion
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) hosted its back to school bash Saturday. Read moreALPLM hosts Back to School Bash
A driver is dead after a crash in Menard County early Friday morning. Read moreMan killed in Menard County crash identified
The Decatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out celebration is set to return on Tuesday. Read moreDecatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out set for Tuesday
National Night Out, an event that strengthens relationships between police and the community, will take place Tuesday at various locations across the Capitol City. Read moreSpringfield police to participate in 2026 National Night Out
UIPD shared that residents and businesses can register their security cameras through the program to help police locate potential evidence and assist in investigations. Read moreUIPD launches Community Connect to boost campus safety through security cameras
The Boys and Girls Club of Decatur is asking the community to invest and partner with it to continue supporting local kids. Read moreBoys and Girls Club of Decatur has critical need for $750,000 this year
Ameren hosted a tour of its Decatur training center Wednesday, highlighting the company's commitment to keeping the lights on for the community. Read moreAmeren showcases Decatur training center, highlights importance of linework
It's more difficult to see around intersections on county roads as some corn stalks across Macon County are already pushing seven feet tall. Read morePractice caution, patience on country roads during central IL growing season
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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
Kids and parents lined up Saturday morning for the Decatur Family YMCA's annual Backpack Attack event — and the community showed up in full force. Read moreDecatur Family YMCA gives away thousands of backpacks at annual Backpack Attack event
A new spot for gamers of all ages opened in Springfield Saturday. Read moreSpringfield arcade cuts ribbon on expansion
With 2026 being the Route 66 centennial, there are plenty of events to check out in the Capital City this summer to celebrate. Read morePlenty of events on the docket to celebrate 100 years of Route 66 in Springfield
Keeping kids active is one of the best ways to support their physical growth, mental well-being, and long-term health. But how much activity do they actually need, and how do we prevent burnout or injury? Read moreActive Kids, Healthy Futures: A Parent's Guide to Activity Levels
The Decatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out celebration is set to return on Tuesday. Read moreDecatur Police Department's 2026 National Night Out set for Tuesday
