President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social site Monday. Shortly after, Iranian state television put up a graphic that read: “U.S. president backs down following Iran’s firm warning.” The reprieve came hours ahead of Trump’s self-imposed deadline later in the day. Trump said the U.S. and Iran have had “very good and productive conversations” that could yield “a complete and total resolution” in the war. He did not elaborate on the diplomatic negotiations that had taken place. The state-owned IRAN newspaper said Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied that any negotiations have taken place with U.S. Read moreUS will hold off on Iran power plant strikes for 5 days, extending Trump deadline on Hormuz strait
Temperatures start chilly in the 30s with mostly sunny skies. Near-average temperatures in the 50s are expected for the next two days. Read moreA cold start to the week
Illinois women's basketball is looking for its first Sweet Sixteen appearance in over 25 years Monday. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois WBB looks for first Sweet Sixteen in over 25 years
#7-seed Illinois will take on #2-seed Vanderbilt in the 2nd round of the Women's NCAA Tournament on Monday evening. Read moreIllini coaches, players weigh in on NCAA women's tournament locations
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Illini men's basketball is moving on to the Sweet 16 after a big win over VCU in the second round of the NCAA tournament Saturday night. Read moreIllini take "one game at a time" mentality into Sweet 16
A man was arrested in Shelby County Saturday afternoon after police said he had over 100 grams of meth and an explosive. Read morePolice: Man arrested with over 100 grams of meth, homemade explosive in Shelby County
Rantoul City Schools District 137 (RCS) is inviting families and community members to take part in a community engagement session at the end of March. Read moreRantoul City Schools invites community to help shape future of district programs
The Decatur Catholic 8th grade girls volleyball team won its first ever state title Saturday. Read moreDecatur Catholic 8th grade girls volleyball wins first ever state title
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning Illinois residents about a surge in text message scams falsely claiming to be from the Secretary of State or the DMV. Read moreIllinois Secretary of State warns residents about surge in text message scams
Champaign police said a fight in the parking lot led to a shooting. Read moreTeen killed after fight, shooting outside Champaign mall identified
President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social site Monday. Shortly after, Iranian state television put up a graphic that read: “U.S. president backs down following Iran’s firm warning.” The reprieve came hours ahead of Trump’s self-imposed deadline later in the day. Trump said the U.S. and Iran have had “very good and productive conversations” that could yield “a complete and total resolution” in the war. He did not elaborate on the diplomatic negotiations that had taken place. The state-owned IRAN newspaper said Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied that any negotiations have taken place with U.S. Read moreUS will hold off on Iran power plant strikes for 5 days, extending Trump deadline on Hormuz strait
Temperatures start chilly in the 30s with mostly sunny skies. Near-average temperatures in the 50s are expected for the next two days. Read moreA cold start to the week
Illinois women's basketball is looking for its first Sweet Sixteen appearance in over 25 years Monday. Read moreHow to Watch | Illinois WBB looks for first Sweet Sixteen in over 25 years
#7-seed Illinois will take on #2-seed Vanderbilt in the 2nd round of the Women's NCAA Tournament on Monday evening. Read moreIllini coaches, players weigh in on NCAA women's tournament locations
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Illini men's basketball is moving on to the Sweet 16 after a big win over VCU in the second round of the NCAA tournament Saturday night. Read moreIllini take "one game at a time" mentality into Sweet 16
A man was arrested in Shelby County Saturday afternoon after police said he had over 100 grams of meth and an explosive. Read morePolice: Man arrested with over 100 grams of meth, homemade explosive in Shelby County
Rantoul City Schools District 137 (RCS) is inviting families and community members to take part in a community engagement session at the end of March. Read moreRantoul City Schools invites community to help shape future of district programs
The Decatur Catholic 8th grade girls volleyball team won its first ever state title Saturday. Read moreDecatur Catholic 8th grade girls volleyball wins first ever state title
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning Illinois residents about a surge in text message scams falsely claiming to be from the Secretary of State or the DMV. Read moreIllinois Secretary of State warns residents about surge in text message scams
Champaign police said a fight in the parking lot led to a shooting. Read moreTeen killed after fight, shooting outside Champaign mall identified
During the season of Lent, some Christians choose to avoid consuming meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice. Read more2026 guide to Lenten fish fries in Central Illinois
Scovill Zoo announced in a March 20 Facebook post that its 23-year-old zebra, Fluffy, and its 18-year-old miniature zebu bull Eli died over the winter. Read moreScovill Zoo says goodbye to zebra, zebu bull over the winter
St. John's Hospital in Springfield became the first hospital in the HSHS System to earn the federal Energy Star certification. Read moreSpringfield's St. John's Hospital earns Energy Star, first in HSHS System
The University of Illinois System Board of Trustees voted Thursday to approve an engineering technology degree at UIS Springfield. Read moreU of I Board of Trustees approves engineering technology degree at UIS Springfield
A group of young leaders in Decatur is working to create more opportunities, safer spaces, and stronger connections for youth and young adults. Read moreYoung Adults Moving 4 Success aims to uplift Decatur through events and mentorship
Stratton came out on top against Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Congresswoman Robin Kelly in a tightly-contested race. On the Republican side, Don Tracy was the projected winner and will face Stratton in November. Read moreJuliana Stratton set for November General Election matchup against Don Tracy
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During the season of Lent, some Christians choose to avoid consuming meat on Fridays as a form of sacrifice. Read more2026 guide to Lenten fish fries in Central Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Tri-County (IL) Chapter of The Links Incorporated hosted its annual Black Family Wellness Expo in Springfield Saturday. Read more"Black Family Wellness Expo" brings health resources and community support together
Springfield has welcomed its first Korean convenience store, home to the city's first self-serve ramen station. Read moreNew Korean convenience store in Springfield set for grand opening in April
The Prodigy Project's Sliderz Showdown Round IV will take place at 5 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at Sliderz Bar & Grill in Decatur. Read moreSmackdown for a cause: Sliderz Showdown makes return to Decatur
University of Illinois Springfield students began planning for their future during the university's Career Connections Expo on Friday. Read moreUIS students connect with employers, alumni at Career Connections Expo
Local thrift stores are looking forward to an increase in donations from people who want to clean out their closets, garages and basements. Read moreSpring cleaning? Help your community by de-cluttering