The Sangamon County Public Health Department said there are eight reported cases of cyclosporiasis in the county. Read more8 cases of cyclosporiasis reported in Sangamon County amid nationwide outbreak
Monical's did not mention a reason for the closure on its Facebook post, but said that "circumstances have changed." Read moreMonical's Pizza closes Decatur South Shores location
The YMCA of Springfield will join other YMCAs around the country in hosting Campfire Across America. It is a one night celebration of connection and community. Read moreYMCA of Springfield to participate in Campfire Across America
Christian Mahone has been named the new principal of South Side Elementary School. Read moreChristian Mahone named principal of South Side Elementary School
The City of Decatur announced the hire of ShamRA Robinson as Deputy City Manager. Read moreCity of Decatur hires Deputy City Manager
New Berlin Chief of Police Terry Nydegger has died. Read moreNew Berlin chief of police killed in car accident in Wisconsin
Sleep in Heavenly Peace - Mahomet is celebrating a milestone, delivering more than 1,000 beds to children across central Illinois over the past two and a half years. Read moreMore than 1,000 beds delivered to Illinois children in need
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WAND) - Two batches of Champaign County mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus. Read more2 batches of mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Champaign County
Scattered storms will be possible through the morning, with heat and humidity taking over this afternoon. Read moreA warm and unsettled Tuesday ahead
The Decatur City Council approved $70,000 in grants to eight community organizations. Read moreDecatur City Council approves $70K in nonprofit grants despite ethics concerns
The Sangamon County Public Health Department said there are eight reported cases of cyclosporiasis in the county. Read more8 cases of cyclosporiasis reported in Sangamon County amid nationwide outbreak
Monical's did not mention a reason for the closure on its Facebook post, but said that "circumstances have changed." Read moreMonical's Pizza closes Decatur South Shores location
The YMCA of Springfield will join other YMCAs around the country in hosting Campfire Across America. It is a one night celebration of connection and community. Read moreYMCA of Springfield to participate in Campfire Across America
Christian Mahone has been named the new principal of South Side Elementary School. Read moreChristian Mahone named principal of South Side Elementary School
The City of Decatur announced the hire of ShamRA Robinson as Deputy City Manager. Read moreCity of Decatur hires Deputy City Manager
New Berlin Chief of Police Terry Nydegger has died. Read moreNew Berlin chief of police killed in car accident in Wisconsin
Sleep in Heavenly Peace - Mahomet is celebrating a milestone, delivering more than 1,000 beds to children across central Illinois over the past two and a half years. Read moreMore than 1,000 beds delivered to Illinois children in need
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WAND) - Two batches of Champaign County mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus. Read more2 batches of mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Champaign County
Scattered storms will be possible through the morning, with heat and humidity taking over this afternoon. Read moreA warm and unsettled Tuesday ahead
The Decatur City Council approved $70,000 in grants to eight community organizations. Read moreDecatur City Council approves $70K in nonprofit grants despite ethics concerns
The money comes from Section 1003 funds, which are funneled from the federal government through the Illinois State Board of Education and target chronically underperforming schools. Read moreDistrict 186 approves $226K in professional development contracts
(WAND) - Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the launch of a statewide summer reading challenge, which will allow students to throw out the first pitch at an upcoming Chicago Cubs game. Read moreIL SOS launches statewide reading challenge with chance to throw first pitch at Cubs game
Local advocacy group Soy City Indivisible will host an upcoming conversation on the growth and impact of data centers. Read moreSoy City Indivisible to host forum on growth, impact of data centers
Quilts are on display in Danville for the 43rd Annual Midwest Heritage Quilt Show. Read more43rd Annual Midwest Heritage Quilt Show on display in Danville
The Springfield City Council voted Tuesday night to advance an ordinance that would donate the city's vacant "Y Block" to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Read moreSpringfield City Council advance 'Y Block' to IDNR ordinance
The events are designed for juniors and seniors looking for hands-on experiences and opportunities to connect with professionals. Read moreHSHS promotes summer 2026 healthcare bootcamp at 3 locations
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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
The YMCA of Springfield will join other YMCAs around the country in hosting Campfire Across America. It is a one night celebration of connection and community. Read moreYMCA of Springfield to participate in Campfire Across America
The American Heart Association is recognizing two Memorial Health hospitals for having high-quality stroke care. Read moreAmerican Heart Assoc. recognizes DMH, Springfield Memorial Hospital for stroke care
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - Since the track was created in 2002 at the site of the Christian County Fairgrounds, local kids have had the opportunity to get behind the wheel and race. Read moreChristian County Quarter Midget Association hosts Youth NASCAR Series
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — The 2026 Midwest Classic RC races were this weekend at Progress City, drawing competitors from as far as Wisconsin and Connecticut to compete in a growing national event. Read moreRC drag races draw competitors from across the country to Progress City
Visually impaired baseball players came together in Savoy Saturday to compete in an annual beep baseball tournament. Read moreVisually impaired athletes compete in annual beep baseball tournament in Savoy
