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ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Corn is used for many things, but it could also be fed to livestock to produce pork and beef in Illinois.
Nick Anderson has been Director of Business Development since the Illinois Livestock Development Group began over two decades ago, helping expand livestock production.
“When people are thinking ab... | 2022-03-01T01:41:33Z | www.wcia.com | From the Farm: Livestock expansion in Illinois | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/from-the-farm-livestock-expansion-in-illinois/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/from-the-farm-livestock-expansion-in-illinois/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Masks are coming off. Governor Pritzker lifted the statewide mask mandate Monday.
Many business owners are embracing the end of the mandate, with the belief that people should be able to make their own choices.
“We are certainly happy to see the masks go away and hope that it’ll bring some of o... | 2022-03-01T01:42:11Z | www.wcia.com | Businesses go mask-less for first time in months | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/businesses-go-mask-less-for-first-time-in-months/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/businesses-go-mask-less-for-first-time-in-months/ |
‘I don’t go anywhere’: The long, winding road to ‘normalcy’ for the immune-compromised
WATCH: As masks come off, the world slowly starts moving back to normalcy for most. But there’s one group that’s seemingly left behind: The immune-compromised.
We spoke with a couple of people who are living with conditions that keep... | 2022-03-01T01:42:23Z | www.wcia.com | ‘I don’t go anywhere’: The long, winding road to ‘normalcy’ for the immune-compromised | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/i-dont-go-anywhere-the-long-winding-road-to-normalcy-for-the-immune-compromised/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/i-dont-go-anywhere-the-long-winding-road-to-normalcy-for-the-immune-compromised/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department has recently announced the return of “Coffee with a Cop.”
According to officers, these events offer a unique opportunity for residents to meet with police and ask questions, voice concerns and get to know one another better through casual conversations. The coffe... | 2022-03-01T01:42:35Z | www.wcia.com | Police announce return of “Coffee with a Cop” | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/police-announce-return-of-coffee-with-a-cop/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/police-announce-return-of-coffee-with-a-cop/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — As warmer weather arrives in Central Illinois, outdoor activities and recreations are once again becoming available to the public.
The Springfield Park District is opening its four golf courses for play on Thursday starting at 8 a.m.
Tee times will be on a first come, first serve basis until ... | 2022-03-01T01:42:41Z | www.wcia.com | Springfield Park District golf courses open Thursday | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/springfield-park-district-golf-courses-open-thursday/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/springfield-park-district-golf-courses-open-thursday/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton visited her alma mater on Monday to speak about the shortage of teachers with students majoring in education.
Stratton said her goal is to visit all public colleges and universities in Illinois to discuss students’ hesitation about teaching. She heard that ment... | 2022-03-01T05:06:37Z | www.wcia.com | Lieutenant Governor visits U of I education students | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/lieutenant-governor-visits-u-of-i-education-students/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/lieutenant-governor-visits-u-of-i-education-students/ |
MACON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) – Over the past year Central Illinois has seen a rise in catalytic convertor thefts. It’s something law enforcement agencies across the state are addressing.
In fact, since 2019 State Farm Insurance said they’ve seen an increase of 313% of catalytic convertor theft claims in Illinois.
Macon Co... | 2022-03-01T05:07:08Z | www.wcia.com | “We know this isn’t the end…” police recover several suspected stolen catalytic converters | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/we-know-this-isnt-the-end-police-recover-several-suspected-stolen-catalytic-converters/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/we-know-this-isnt-the-end-police-recover-several-suspected-stolen-catalytic-converters/ |
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Vermilion County state’s attorney said a man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for having sex with a 15-year-old and on weapons charges.
Johnson–then 28 years old– was arrested after Danville Police officers were told about a suspicious car parking in Fetch Dog Park. When approached by pol... | 2022-03-01T21:51:12Z | www.wcia.com | Man sentenced after having sex with 15-year-old | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-sentenced-after-having-sex-with-15-year-old/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-sentenced-after-having-sex-with-15-year-old/ |
DWIGHT, Ill. (WCIA) — Go back several generations in your family, and there my well be a connection to a farm.
Brian Severson and his family at Dwight specialize in growing grains that your grandfathers grew.
“We’re trying to go back and find the old grains that got lost after World War II. During World War II, it turn... | 2022-03-02T00:41:11Z | www.wcia.com | Harvest Heritage: Heirloom grains | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/harvest-heritage-heirloom-grains/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/harvest-heritage-heirloom-grains/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The City Council of the City of Champaign will vote on giving nearly $2.7 million to local agencies as parts of the American Rescue Plant Act (ARPA) Community Violence Reduction Blueprint programs.
If authorized, the Champaign County Crime Stoppers would receive $100,000, Carle Foundation Hospi... | 2022-03-02T00:41:25Z | www.wcia.com | City Council to discuss funds for Crime Stoppers and other agencies | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-council-to-discuss-funds-for-crime-stoppers-and-other-agencies/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-council-to-discuss-funds-for-crime-stoppers-and-other-agencies/ |
GIBSON CITY, Ill. (WCIA) – The people of Gibson City know about the catastrophic impact of severe weather all too well. The city just announced known loss estimates for last summer’s flooding – city property, debris removal crews and the Gibson Area House Rehab Foundation’s work.
They say the total is around $10-12 mil... | 2022-03-02T00:41:31Z | www.wcia.com | Gibson City mayor talks flood losses, recovery | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/gibson-city-mayor-talks-flood-losses-recovery/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/gibson-city-mayor-talks-flood-losses-recovery/ |
MT. ZION, Ill. (WCIA) — The Mt. Zion Police Department has opened application for its next round of recruitment and testing.
Interested individuals must be a U.S. Citizen, posses a high school diploma or GED and be between the ages of 21 and 35. Applications can be found at the Mt. Zion Police Department, located at 21... | 2022-03-02T00:41:43Z | www.wcia.com | Mt. Zion Police recruiting new officers | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/mt-zion-police-recruiting-new-officers/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/mt-zion-police-recruiting-new-officers/ |
SHELBYVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A Shelbyville man was sentenced to four years in prison on Monday for possessing methamphetamine.
Shelby County State’s Attorney Nichole Kroncke said that Shelbyville officers caught Ethan Law with meth and hypodermic needles on his person on two separate occasions – one in July of 2020 and M... | 2022-03-02T00:41:49Z | www.wcia.com | Man sentenced for meth possession | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-sentenced-for-meth-possession/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-sentenced-for-meth-possession/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — Technology has made life much easier in a lot of ways for farmers.
But when they need repairs, it’s the technology that often gives them the biggest headaches.
“What’s happening is now if a machine goes down, we’re at the mercy of a dealership waiting on them to either come out for a servi... | 2022-03-02T03:13:29Z | www.wcia.com | Farmers sick of waiting for repairs | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/capitol-news/farmers-sick-of-waiting-for-repairs/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/capitol-news/farmers-sick-of-waiting-for-repairs/ |
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Vermilion County state’s attorney said a man was sentenced to 12 years in prison on sexual abuse and weapons charges.
Johnson–then 28 years old– was arrested after Danville Police officers were told about a suspicious car parked in Fetch Dog Park. When approached by police, Johnson appeared ... | 2022-03-02T03:13:47Z | www.wcia.com | Man sentenced on sexual abuse charge | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-sentenced-on-sexual-abuse-charge/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-sentenced-on-sexual-abuse-charge/ |
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) – A disturbing, racially-charged video was passed around a middle school – and people are upset. One mother said she wishes her children could go to school without being afraid of bullies; and they want to be normal kids.
“It really made me sick, you know… just to sit there and think that my kids ac... | 2022-03-02T03:13:53Z | www.wcia.com | Mother pulls kids out of school after racist video | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/mother-pulls-kids-out-of-school-after-racist-video/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/mother-pulls-kids-out-of-school-after-racist-video/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois State Fair announced on Tuesday the first six musical artists who will perform at the Fair’s Grandstand stage.
Multi-Platinum-selling, award-winning hitmaker Sam Hunt will kick off the Fair’s first weekend on Friday, August 12. Two days later, Brooks & Dunn, the best-selling duo ... | 2022-03-02T05:32:48Z | www.wcia.com | Grandstand lineup at State Fair announced | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/grandstand-lineup-at-state-fair-announced/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/grandstand-lineup-at-state-fair-announced/ |
DECCATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A man is facing charges after he was arrested for allegedly causing more than $26,000 in damage to Decatur’s historic Masonic Temple and to a truck parked nearby.
In a sworn affidavit, Decatur Police officers said that 28-year-old Howard Lovelady, Jr. was seen on two separate occasions driving u... | 2022-03-02T05:33:00Z | www.wcia.com | Man charged with damaging historic temple | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-charged-with-damaging-historic-temple/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-charged-with-damaging-historic-temple/ |
ARCOLA, Ill. (WCIA) – A man in Arcola is out thousands of dollars after falling victim to a scam, and now he wants to warn you about it.
Kenneth Reveal said he got an email from the best buy “Geek Squad”. Telling him about his new security subscription that would cost nearly 400 dollars.
When he called to question it, ... | 2022-03-02T05:33:06Z | www.wcia.com | Man loses $3,000 in scam, wants to warn others | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-loses-3000-in-scam-wants-to-warn-others/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-loses-3000-in-scam-wants-to-warn-others/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – The Urbana School Board has decided to keep its COVID-19 mitigation in place.
For at least the next few weeks.
Questions and discussion regarding the districts mask policy lasted more than an hour at the board meeting Tuesday.
After the state changed its guidance on masks, Urbana Superintendent ta... | 2022-03-02T05:33:12Z | www.wcia.com | Urbana keeps mask guidance | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/urbana-keeps-mask-guidance/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/urbana-keeps-mask-guidance/ |
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — It’s the most wonderful time of year for college basketball fans. March is officially here and with it an expectation for craziness at every turn. It’s a feeling all too familiar for Illini fans after last year’s early second round exit from the NCAA tournament thanks to Loyola. A year later and Illi... | 2022-03-02T05:33:18Z | www.wcia.com | A March to remember? Illini chasing titles as calendar turns | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/illini/a-march-to-remember-illini-chasing-titles-as-calendar-turns/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/illini/a-march-to-remember-illini-chasing-titles-as-calendar-turns/ |
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Crime Stoppers is announcing a significant increase in the cash rewards paid out for anonymous tips that help solve homicide and felony gun crimes in Champaign County.
According to officials, Crime Stoppers will now pay a $5,000 cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest in a homicide c... | 2022-03-02T21:17:42Z | www.wcia.com | Crime Stoppers increases cash rewards | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/crime-stoppers-increases-cash-rewards/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/crime-stoppers-increases-cash-rewards/ |
Springfield firefighters respond to vacant house fire
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Springfield firefighters responded to a fire in a vacant house near 13th street and North Grand Avenue at around 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
Fire officials said a crew remained on the scene for over four hours.
The building is a complete loss,... | 2022-03-02T21:18:01Z | www.wcia.com | Springfield firefighters respond to vacant house fire | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/springfield-firefighters-respond-to-vacant-house-fire/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/springfield-firefighters-respond-to-vacant-house-fire/ |
SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Sangamon County State’s Attorney Dan Wright has charged a third suspect related to the August 9, 2021, triple homicide that happened on 10th Street in Springfield.
On February 22, the Sangamon County State’s Attorney’s Office charged and secured arrest warrants for 21-year-old Kelton C. G... | 2022-03-02T21:18:13Z | www.wcia.com | State’s Attorney: Third suspect in 2021 triple murder charged | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/states-attorney-third-suspect-in-2021-triple-murder-charged/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/states-attorney-third-suspect-in-2021-triple-murder-charged/ |
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Violence has been a word young kids in our communities are hearing and seeing far too often. But in Danville, the Ubuntu Project encourages humanity and compassion. Values that make this program a comfortable, accepting place that North Ridge Middle School students can use to better themselves.
... | 2022-03-02T21:18:19Z | www.wcia.com | Community Counts: Ubuntu Project Hosts Black History Month Assembly | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/the-morning-show/community-counts-ubuntu-project-hosts-black-history-month-assembly/ | https://www.wcia.com/the-morning-show/community-counts-ubuntu-project-hosts-black-history-month-assembly/ |
Fairbury, Ill. (WCIA)
We are thrilled to help announce a new event coming to the Fairbury Speedway on May 27, 2022 in Fairbury, Illinois!
Date: Friday, May 27, 2022 – Grounds open at 5 PM, Gates 6 PM, Show 7:30 PM
Location: Fairbury Speedway | 600 S. 3rd St. | Fairbury, Illinois
The Fairbury Speedway is excited to anno... | 2022-03-03T00:46:38Z | www.wcia.com | 2022 Dancin’ on the Dirt at Fairbury Speedway | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/2022-dancin-on-the-dirt-at-fairbury-speedway/ | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/2022-dancin-on-the-dirt-at-fairbury-speedway/ |
ARTHUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Whether or not you grew up on a farm, agriculture does has a job for you. Spring is here and many jobs are open for hiring.
Agriculture is looking for a few good men and women, said Jim Fleming of Agri-Search in Arthur. It is hard to find people to fill all of the positions he has open.
“Right now... | 2022-03-03T00:46:58Z | www.wcia.com | From the Farm: Ag jobs | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/from-the-farm-ag-jobs/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/from-the-farm-ag-jobs/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — March marks a special milestone for Circle of Friends Adult Day Care Center. Despite encountering many road blocks due to Covid-19, the adult day care center will celebrate its 25th anniversary the week of March 28-April 1.
Circle of Friends provides services Monday-Friday for seniors that stil... | 2022-03-03T00:47:05Z | www.wcia.com | Circle of Friends celebrates 25 years | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/circle-of-friends-celebrates-25-years/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/circle-of-friends-celebrates-25-years/ |
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Hundreds of runners and walkers are expected to participate in the City of Danville’s inaugural Glow Downtown 5k on Friday.
To accommodate the race, the city will be closing several streets through the downtown area.
Hazel Street from English Street to Williams Streets will be closed, as will Ve... | 2022-03-03T00:47:11Z | www.wcia.com | City of Danville announces road closures for 5k | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-of-danville-announces-road-closures-for-5k/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-of-danville-announces-road-closures-for-5k/ |
DECATUR , Ill. (WCIA) — The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that broke out in Decatur early Wednesday morning.
Firefighters from the Decatur Fire Department’s 3rd Battalion responded to a house fire on Waggoner Street. At one point, the house was fully engulfed in flames with heavy smoke billowing i... | 2022-03-03T00:47:17Z | www.wcia.com | Decatur Fire: House fire deemed suspicious | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/decatur-fire-house-fire-deemed-suspicious/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/decatur-fire-house-fire-deemed-suspicious/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – If you’ve driven by a gas station lately, you probably grimaced. Prices have surged past the $4.00 mark in our area.
It’s something experts warned us would happen, but it’s still an unwelcome sight. We reported last week, Gas Buddy predicted prices would go up by 50 cents because of the conflict i... | 2022-03-03T00:47:35Z | www.wcia.com | Gas prices are on the rise | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/gas-prices-are-on-the-rise/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/gas-prices-are-on-the-rise/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Police said a student was arrested after a gun fell from his backpack at Southeast High School Wednesday morning.
Springfield Police were dispatched at around 10:05 a.m. in response to a report of a student who had brought a gun to school. They said the gun fell from the backpack of a student... | 2022-03-03T00:47:47Z | www.wcia.com | Juvenile arrested after police said a gun fell from his backpack | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/juvenile-arrested-after-police-said-a-gun-fell-from-his-backpack/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/juvenile-arrested-after-police-said-a-gun-fell-from-his-backpack/ |
Own a piece of Champaign School District history
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — You have a chance to own a piece of Champaign’s history.
The Champaign School District is giving away street pavers. The historic bricks were excavated from Lynn Street as part of the efforts to upgrade Central High School.
The pavers piled up in... | 2022-03-03T00:47:53Z | www.wcia.com | Own a piece of Champaign School District history | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/own-a-piece-of-champaign-school-district-history/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/own-a-piece-of-champaign-school-district-history/ |
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — A statewide scholarship program for low-income students will see some changes under a bill that just passed out of the House.
The “Invest in Kids” program is designed to help low-income students cover tuition at private K-12 schools. But the way the program is set up, a student could get a scholarship... | 2022-03-03T00:48:00Z | www.wcia.com | Scholarship program to see changes | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/scholarship-program-to-see-changes/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/scholarship-program-to-see-changes/ |
State Police respond to crash on Route 128
SHELBY COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — State Troopers are on the scene of a two-vehicle crash in Shelby County.
The crash happened on Illinois Route 128 at County Road 2100 North. Troopers said the crash involved a commercial motor vehicle and a passenger car and that one of the victims... | 2022-03-03T00:48:06Z | www.wcia.com | State Police respond to crash on Route 128 | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/state-police-respond-to-crash-on-route-128/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/state-police-respond-to-crash-on-route-128/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – A former Champaign firefighter, and a church leader, are boarding a plane Wednesday on their way to Moldova to help Ukraine.
“We’re providing food and relief operations through that time,” Dave Tomlinson, Senior Director of Global Disaster Response for HOPE worldwide, said.
Relief for Ukrainian... | 2022-03-03T03:49:36Z | www.wcia.com | “No, we’re really with you…” Two men from Champaign flying to Europe to help | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/no-were-really-with-you-two-men-from-champaign-flying-to-europe-to-help/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/no-were-really-with-you-two-men-from-champaign-flying-to-europe-to-help/ |
OAKWOOD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Mayor of Oakwood sent a letter to residents saying a scheduled rally was canceled. They also asked people to not go on the bridge that crosses I-74 because it is unsafe.
Some people say they’re disappointed with the mayor’s remarks.
“You have so many towns along the way that you see [people] ... | 2022-03-03T03:49:54Z | www.wcia.com | Truck convoy controversy | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/truck-convoy-controversy/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/truck-convoy-controversy/ |
DECATUR (WCIA) — Elyce Knudsen is leading the Big Blue back to the Big Dance. The Millikin sophomore guard is one of the key reasons the team is making its first appearance in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since they won the Division III national title back in 2005. Knudsen won the CCIW Player of the Year awar... | 2022-03-03T03:50:06Z | www.wcia.com | Unity grad Elyce Knudsen leading Millikin back to the Big Dance | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/local-sports/unity-grad-elyce-knudsen-leading-millikin-back-to-the-big-dance/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/local-sports/unity-grad-elyce-knudsen-leading-millikin-back-to-the-big-dance/ |
NEOGA (WCIA) — Trista Moore is the WCIA 3 Athlete of the Week. The Neoga senior basketball player led the Indians to their first trip to the Final Four in school history, hitting a 3-pointer with :17 left to lift her team to a super-sectional win over Goreville on Monday night.
“I’m still speechless because of what we ... | 2022-03-03T03:50:12Z | www.wcia.com | Moore wins Athlete of the Week | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/moore-wins-athlete-of-the-week/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/moore-wins-athlete-of-the-week/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Ten different groups across Champaign County are getting help from the City of Champaign to reduce gun violence. It’s another step leaders are taking to achieve Victory Over Violence.
The city divided more than $2.5 million of American rescue Plan money between the ten groups. Crime Stoppers was o... | 2022-03-03T03:50:19Z | www.wcia.com | Carle receives American Rescue Plan funds to combat violence | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/victory-over-violence/carle-receives-american-rescue-plan-funds-to-combat-violence/ | https://www.wcia.com/victory-over-violence/carle-receives-american-rescue-plan-funds-to-combat-violence/ |
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Demolition of a portion of the Fair Oaks Housing Complex in Danville began on Wednesday.
The portion being torn down consists of 14 buildings with more than 100 apartments. The buildings have been vacant and fenced off for some time; the people who lived there have moved to other homes.
Danville... | 2022-03-03T06:34:58Z | www.wcia.com | Demolition begins on vacant apartment buildings | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/demolition-begins-on-vacant-apartment-buildings/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/demolition-begins-on-vacant-apartment-buildings/ |
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Illinois basketball is embracing big expectations, a year after bowing out of the NCAA tournament in the second round as a one seed. The Illini (20-8, 13-5 B1G) are still in the hunt for a Big Ten title but are going to need some help after No. 10 Wisconsin knocked off No. 8 Purdue on Tuesday night. ... | 2022-03-03T06:35:16Z | www.wcia.com | Illini basketball embracing big expectations: “This year it’s Final Four…you gotta think it, believe it, dream it” | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/illini-basketball-embracing-big-expectations-this-year-its-final-four-you-gotta-think-it-believe-it-dream-it/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/illini-basketball-embracing-big-expectations-this-year-its-final-four-you-gotta-think-it-believe-it-dream-it/ |
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The CDC updated its COVID-19 community level map on Thursday and nearly two-thirds of Illinois counties are listed as having a low level of community transmission.
The CDC’s latest community level map has 68 of Illinois’ 102 counties listed in the low level, including DeWitt, Edgar Iroquois, L... | 2022-03-04T00:18:29Z | www.wcia.com | CDC updates COVID-19 community levels map | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/cdc-updates-covid-19-community-levels-map/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/cdc-updates-covid-19-community-levels-map/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Business students at the University of Illinois got the opportunity Thursday to publicly declare their major at the school “Signing Day” event at the Business Instructional Facility.
The event was hosted by Larry Gies — the namesake of the College of Business — and Illinois Public Address annou... | 2022-03-04T00:18:35Z | www.wcia.com | Illinois business school holds ‘Signing Day’ event | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/illinois-business-school-holds-signing-day-event/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/illinois-business-school-holds-signing-day-event/ |
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WCIA)- It was a conversation a mother should never have to endure.
“How is it even fair that I have to be the one to break this news to my girls? How is it even fair that I have to be the one to just crush their hearts,” said Amber Oberheim.
Explaining to her girls the new life they would be living wi... | 2022-03-04T00:18:54Z | www.wcia.com | Remarkable Women: A conversation with Amber Oberheim | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/remarkable-women-a-conversation-with-amber-oberheim/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/remarkable-women-a-conversation-with-amber-oberheim/ |
Meet Tammy Williams
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA)- Tammy Williams has been nominated as one of WCIA 3’s Remarkable Women by her daughter, for her service to Danville and the National Cemetery. She Organizes and fundraises for Wreaths Across America. An organization that places wreaths at gravesites for our fallen heroes.
“I do... | 2022-03-04T00:19:00Z | www.wcia.com | Remarkable Women: Williams, Turner-Winston & Welle Strang | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/remarkable-women-williams-turner-winston-welle-strang/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/remarkable-women-williams-turner-winston-welle-strang/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Lincoln Home National Historic Site is looking for volunteers to join the “Trails and Rails” program.
“Trails and Rails” is a partnership between Amtrak and the National Park Service in which volunteers speak with passengers about local history, natural and cultural resources and landmark... | 2022-03-04T00:19:06Z | www.wcia.com | ‘Trails and Rails’ program looking for volunteers | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/trails-and-rails-program-looking-for-volunteers/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/trails-and-rails-program-looking-for-volunteers/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A pair of 21-year-olds from Champaign County were charged in federal court on Tuesday with gun offenses.
Kevin Beasley of Rantoul was charged for allegedly possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon while Ahzhnae Vassar of Champaign was charged for allegedly making a false statement to a... | 2022-03-04T00:19:12Z | www.wcia.com | Two charged with federal gun offenses | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/two-charged-with-federal-gun-offenses/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/two-charged-with-federal-gun-offenses/ |
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — A top three seed in next week’s Big Ten tournament is on the line for No. 20 Illinois tonight, something the Illini can check off their list with a win against Penn State at State Farm Center in the second to last regular season game of the year.
In a unique scheduling quirk, the Illini (20-8, 13-5 B... | 2022-03-04T00:19:24Z | www.wcia.com | LIVE! No. 20 Illinois hosts Penn State | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/live-no-20-illinois-hosts-penn-state/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/live-no-20-illinois-hosts-penn-state/ |
NORMAL (WCIA) — Avery Fearday scored a team high 15 points, with Sydney Richards and Haylee Campbell both adding 12 for Neoga, but Brimfield beat the Indiana 60-44 in the Class 1A girls’ basketball state semifinals at Redbird Arena Thursday morning.
In its first appearance at state, Neoga took an early lead but trailed... | 2022-03-04T00:19:30Z | www.wcia.com | Neoga falls in state semifinals | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/neoga-falls-in-state-semifinals/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/neoga-falls-in-state-semifinals/ |
RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA)– Twice in two days Central Illinois students brought guns into school.
A 16-year-old student was arrested at Rantoul Township High School Thursday morning, and a Springfield Southeast High School student was taken into custody almost exactly 24 hours prior.
The responses from the school districts a... | 2022-03-04T02:32:46Z | www.wcia.com | Two students arrested for bringing guns into schools within 24 hours | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/two-students-arrested-for-bringing-guns-into-schools-within-24-hours/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/two-students-arrested-for-bringing-guns-into-schools-within-24-hours/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A 25-year-old man has been charged in connection to a murder that happened almost a year ago.
Sangamon County coroner identifies man killed in shooting
21-year-old James Simpson, Jr. was killed in a shooting at the Crossing Too Liquor Store in Springfield on March 23, 2021. 20-year-old Courtl... | 2022-03-04T02:32:52Z | www.wcia.com | Man charged in connection to March 2021 murder | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-charged-in-connection-to-march-2021-murder/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-charged-in-connection-to-march-2021-murder/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — This weekend is “Unofficial” in Campustown.
The event was once known for drawing thousands to Champaign-Urbana to take part in excessive partying, but the popularity of the event has gone down.
U of I and city officials said on the phone they think this weekend will be calm, but students said ther... | 2022-03-04T02:33:04Z | www.wcia.com | “Unofficial” to start Friday | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/unofficial-to-start-friday/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/unofficial-to-start-friday/ |
Nancy Fahey retires after five seasons with Illinois, 36 years coaching total
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Nancy Fahey is retiring after more than three decades coaching college basketball, the last five at Illinois. After winning 779 games at Washington University, a Division III school in St. Louis, Fahey struggled with the Il... | 2022-03-04T19:01:30Z | www.wcia.com | Nancy Fahey retires after five seasons with Illinois, 36 years coaching total | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/nancy-fahey-retires-after-five-seasons-with-illinois/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/nancy-fahey-retires-after-five-seasons-with-illinois/ |
LINCOLN, Ill. (WCIA) — A grocery store in Logan County will open its doors again on Monday after staying closed for nearly 9 months due to major damages from a 2021 fire.
Firefighters respond to fire at Lincoln IGA
The owner of the Lincoln IGA grocery store said they will reopen at 10 a.m..
The store was closed after a... | 2022-03-04T22:13:00Z | www.wcia.com | Lincoln IGA to reopen after 2021 fire | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/lincoln-iga-to-reopen-after-2021-fire/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/lincoln-iga-to-reopen-after-2021-fire/ |
ILLINOIS (WCIA)– The WCIA Target 3 team has been following the money as COVID-related rental assistance programs come and go in Illinois.
Applications for the Illinois Rental Payment Program (through the Illinois Housing Development Authority) closed months ago, but there are still a couple of statewide options left th... | 2022-03-04T22:13:06Z | www.wcia.com | ‘Last resort’ COVID-related rental assistance remains available | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/last-resort-covid-related-rental-assistance-remains-available/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/last-resort-covid-related-rental-assistance-remains-available/ |
by: Bradley Blackburn
NATIONAL (CBS) — Many of people enjoy the occasional glass of wine with dinner or a drink to wind down at the end of the day. Previous research has shown that people who drink heavily have changes in the structure and size of the brain that are associated with cognitive impairments. Now a new stud... | 2022-03-04T22:13:19Z | www.wcia.com | Study finds risky effects of regular alcohol use | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/study-finds-risky-effects-of-regular-alcohol-use/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/study-finds-risky-effects-of-regular-alcohol-use/ |
Chicago, Ill. (WCIA)
Navy Pier is the place to be this spring!
The Global Connections series will conclude with Holi, the colorful Hindu springtime festival on Saturday, March 19 from 1-5 p.m. The free public event, sponsored in part by the Delhi Committee of Chicago Sister Cities, invites all to celebrate outdoors on ... | 2022-03-05T01:06:59Z | www.wcia.com | Family fun at Navy Pier this spring | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/family-fun-at-navy-pier-this-spring/ | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/family-fun-at-navy-pier-this-spring/ |
Rv’ing is quite popular in central Illinois. Harvest Host joins us with tips.
We support small businesses unlike any other. Harvest hosts connect RVers to unique small businesses, farms, wineries, and more. There is no cost for a business to partner as a host, so its free advertising for them, and each time a guest sta... | 2022-03-05T01:07:17Z | www.wcia.com | Plan your next RV trip with tips from Harvest Hosts | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/plan-your-next-rv-trip-with-tips-from-harvest-hosts/ | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/plan-your-next-rv-trip-with-tips-from-harvest-hosts/ |
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Sports betting has been legal for more than two years now. But starting Saturday, people will not have to drive to a casino to sign up for an app.
In-person registration was one of the more controversial parts of sports betting being legalized in the state.
Due to the pandemic, anybody who wanted to s... | 2022-03-05T01:07:36Z | www.wcia.com | In-person registration for sports betting ending | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/capitol-news/in-person-registration-for-sports-betting-ending/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/capitol-news/in-person-registration-for-sports-betting-ending/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – Two years ago, around the time that Covid-19 first came to the United States, another deadly disease arrived in the country. No, you should not be concerned about being infected. However, your furry friend might be at risk.
The disease being referenced is a variant of rabbit hemorrhagic disease vi... | 2022-03-05T01:07:54Z | www.wcia.com | New vaccination advised for pet rabbits | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/new-vaccination-advised-for-pet-rabbits/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/new-vaccination-advised-for-pet-rabbits/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Friday fish fries are back – and some congregations are hosting them in-person for the first time in two years.
The chairman said it’s nice to finally be back in-person with friends… And now, to see each other’s faces.
Saint Matthew Parish has been changing their Lent tradition since the pandem... | 2022-03-05T06:07:16Z | www.wcia.com | Churches back to hosting in-person Lent fish fries | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/churches-back-to-hosting-in-person-lent-fish-fries/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/churches-back-to-hosting-in-person-lent-fish-fries/ |
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Illinois men’s basketball laces it up tomorrow one last time at the State Farm Center this season with a shot at the big ten title still on the line. They need some help, but a win over Iowa guarantees them a top two finish.
It’s a long way from where the team was when some of the seniors being honor... | 2022-03-06T00:24:31Z | www.wcia.com | Illini takes on Iowa in final home game of the season | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/illini-takes-on-iowa-in-final-home-game-of-the-season/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/illini-takes-on-iowa-in-final-home-game-of-the-season/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Many people in the U.S. are trying to find ways to help people in another country who might feel helpless. Students at the carle Illinois college of medicine came together to help a war-torn country in need. Two of them have personal ties to the conflict that is ongoing between Russia and Ukraine.... | 2022-03-06T01:45:25Z | www.wcia.com | Supply drive for Ukraine | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/supply-drive-for-ukraine/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/supply-drive-for-ukraine/ |
OAKWOOD, Ill. (WCIA) – Hundreds rolled through Oakwood today in support of a trucker convoy headed for D.C. An organizer says this wasn’t a rally… But a patriot party.
“If it wasn’t for the truckers, you wouldn’t have the things that you have,” Kimberly Powell, a volunteer, said.
“The energy is just so amazing… and nob... | 2022-03-06T06:34:28Z | www.wcia.com | Massive trucker convoy rolls through Oakwood | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/massive-trucker-convoy-rolls-through-oakwood/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/massive-trucker-convoy-rolls-through-oakwood/ |
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A 17-year-old has died after he was shot Saturday evening in a Decatur McDonald’s parking lot.
Decatur police officers responded to the McDonald’s at 1909 Mt. Zion Road at approximately 9:30 p.m. following a shits-fired report. When they arrived, they saw a car rapidly leaving the parking lot and... | 2022-03-06T16:26:54Z | www.wcia.com | Decatur Police: Teenager killed in shooting | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/decatur-police-teenager-killed-in-shooting/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/decatur-police-teenager-killed-in-shooting/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — More than 800 archers from all over Illinois descended upon Centennial High School on Friday and Saturday to take part in the Charger Classic.
24 archery teams competed in Centennial High School’s newly-renovated gyms. This year’s tournament is the first in-person tournament since 2019.
2020’s ... | 2022-03-06T19:33:48Z | www.wcia.com | Centennial High School hosts archery tournament | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/centennial-high-school-hosts-archery-tournament/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/centennial-high-school-hosts-archery-tournament/ |
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Severe thunderstorms rolling through the region late Saturday evening and early Sunday morning left behind a trail of damage and power outages.
Power outages numbering more than 9,000 people were reported in DeWitt, Douglas, Moultrie and Piatt Counties at 1:15 a.m. As of 10 a.m., Ameren Illino... | 2022-03-06T19:34:01Z | www.wcia.com | Overnight storms leave behind damage, power outages | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/overnight-storms-leave-behind-damage-power-outages/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/overnight-storms-leave-behind-damage-power-outages/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two people who committed a theft at a jewelry store.
The theft happened at Rogers and Hollands Jewelers in White Oaks Mall on Thursday. Police say they are looking for a man and a woman, both of whom are black.
T... | 2022-03-06T19:34:07Z | www.wcia.com | Springfield Police looking for theft suspects | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/springfield-police-looking-for-theft-suspects/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/springfield-police-looking-for-theft-suspects/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A tow truck operator is fighting for his life after he was hit by a car while responding to a crash Saturday evening.
The operator and Champaign police officers were on the scene of a two-vehicle crash at near the intersection of Neil Street and Windsor Road. No one was hurt in that crash.
The ... | 2022-03-06T19:34:13Z | www.wcia.com | Tow truck driver hit by car | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/tow-truck-driver-hit-by-car/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/tow-truck-driver-hit-by-car/ |
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — With some help earlier in the afternoon from Nebraska, Illinois basketball has a chance to win a share of the Big Ten Regular Season title for the first time since 2005.
The last-place Cornhuskers beat first-place Wisconsin by one point in Madison to give Illinois the wide open chance to win a trophy... | 2022-03-07T00:43:22Z | www.wcia.com | LIVE! Illinois looks to win first B1G title in 17 years | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/live-illinois-looks-to-win-first-b1g-title-in-17-years/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/live-illinois-looks-to-win-first-b1g-title-in-17-years/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – They’re celebrating on campus as fans storm the court at the State Farm Center. The Illini won their first Big Ten regular season title in 17 years Sunday.
Campus bars are packed with fans. After they stormed the court, hundreds of Illini fans celebrated this big win. It’s a moment many fans ha... | 2022-03-07T07:06:06Z | www.wcia.com | Illini fans react to Big Ten regular season win | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/illini-fans-react-to-big-ten-regular-season-win/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/illini-fans-react-to-big-ten-regular-season-win/ |
CHICAGO, Ill. (WCIA) – For many Americans watching the conflict in Ukraine, it feels half a world away. But to some… Those images hit a lot closer to home.
U of I grad Julia Minkevitch starts and ends every day by watching the news in both English and Ukrainian.
“It’s just videos of like – missile strikes, civilians ge... | 2022-03-07T07:06:12Z | www.wcia.com | ‘It’s just awful’: Ukraine conflict impacts family | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/its-just-awful-ukraine-conflict-impacts-family/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/its-just-awful-ukraine-conflict-impacts-family/ |
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The vermilion county museum launched a new exhibit today. It has paintings from artists who survived camp Auschwitz during world war two. Some of the art on display was made soon after the prisoners were freed. They depict what the concentration camp was like from the artist’s point of view. Co-... | 2022-03-07T07:06:18Z | www.wcia.com | New holocaust exhibit | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/new-holocaust-exhibit/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/new-holocaust-exhibit/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a retail theft and aggravated battery that happened at Best Buy on February 26.
According to police, at approximately 1:10 p.m., two people entered Best Buy at 2117 North Prospect Avenue, removed two iPhones from a ... | 2022-03-07T17:33:12Z | www.wcia.com | Crime Stoppers seeks information on retail theft | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/crime-stoppers-seeks-information-on-retail-theft/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/crime-stoppers-seeks-information-on-retail-theft/ |
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Effingham County Dive Rescue Team was called to 300th Street at the Railroad Trestle, just south of Highway 33 in Beecher City, at around 6:30 a.m. on Monday in response to a report of a man stranded in floodwaters.
When the rescue team arrived at the reported location, they saw 22-y... | 2022-03-07T17:33:15Z | www.wcia.com | Man rescued from floodwaters | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-rescued-from-flood-waters/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-rescued-from-flood-waters/ |
‘It has been amazing:’ Seniors talk about Fighting Illini Cheerleading team
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — You will never get the full experience of a sports game without emerging yourself into the high energy and team spirit of the crowds…
The Fighting Illini Cheerleading team plays a big part in keeping everyone excited.
A... | 2022-03-07T20:31:21Z | www.wcia.com | ‘It has been amazing:’ Seniors talk about Fighting Illini Cheerleading team | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/it-has-been-amazing-seniors-talk-about-fighting-illini-cheerleading-team/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/it-has-been-amazing-seniors-talk-about-fighting-illini-cheerleading-team/ |
We’re talking Colorectal Cancer Screening with Aunt Martha’s.
Aunt Martha’s opened its doors on December 6, 1972, with a staff of 12 volunteers and a working budget of $2,500. Although it was located in and closely tied to the Village of Park Forest, there were no limits – geographic or otherwise – placed on Aunt Marth... | 2022-03-08T00:13:59Z | www.wcia.com | Colorectal Cancer Screening with Aunt Martha’s | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/colorectal-cancer-screening-with-aunt-marthas/ | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/colorectal-cancer-screening-with-aunt-marthas/ |
Champaign Fitness Center is back to get our glutes, abs, legs, and hips moving today, all by using one simple piece of fitness equipment… a mini workout ball!
This is a great tool to enhance the efficiency of exercises and add variety to workouts.
Champaign Fitness Center is a friendly community of people of all ages a... | 2022-03-08T00:14:17Z | www.wcia.com | Tone your glutes and abs with a mini workout ball with Champaign Fitness Center | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/tone-your-glutes-and-abs-with-a-mini-workout-ball-with-champaign-fitness-center/ | https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/tone-your-glutes-and-abs-with-a-mini-workout-ball-with-champaign-fitness-center/ |
FARMER CITY, Ill. (WCIA) — Ever since the Prairie Ridge subdivision was developed back in 1999, there has been plans for a playground. Now, more than 20 years later, those plans will soon become a reality.
Construction for the playground will begin in early April, according to City Manager Sue Mclaughlin.
“We have new ... | 2022-03-08T00:14:59Z | www.wcia.com | Farmer City to add new playground | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/farmer-city-to-add-new-playground/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/farmer-city-to-add-new-playground/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Springfield Firefighters were dispatched to a location on Adlai Stevenson Drive at around 1:20 p.m. on Monday in response to a report of equipment on fire inside a building.
When firefighters arrived at the scene, they saw a large commercial building with smoke coming from exhaust vents. The ... | 2022-03-08T00:15:05Z | www.wcia.com | Firefighters respond to building on fire | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/firefighters-respond-to-building-on-fire/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/firefighters-respond-to-building-on-fire/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Over the weekend, officers of the Springfield Police Department and their families took part in the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge.
The Plunge took place at Lake Springfield on Saturday. It was a warm 73 degrees and overcast, but the officers would’ve taken the plunge regardless of th... | 2022-03-08T00:15:11Z | www.wcia.com | PHOTOS: Springfield Police takes Polar Plunge | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/photos-springfield-police-takes-polar-plunge/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/photos-springfield-police-takes-polar-plunge/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – Carle Illinois College of Medicine students gathered at Alma Mater on Saturday to kick off their efforts to collect medical and physical supplies for Ukrainian refugees in Poland.
“We were extremely happy with the community support we received Saturday,” Kaden Rawson said. “The generosity of the p... | 2022-03-08T00:15:30Z | www.wcia.com | Medical students collect supplies for Ukrainian refugees | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/medical-students-collect-supplies-for-ukrainian-refugees/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/medical-students-collect-supplies-for-ukrainian-refugees/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — 17-year-old Kamron Williams of Urbana was arraigned Monday on 8 counts of first-degree murder in relation to the death of 17-year-old Jordan Atwater-Lewis.
On December 29, Urbana Police were dispatched to a house on West Hunter Street at around 8:00 p.m. in response to a report of shots fired. Whe... | 2022-03-08T00:15:42Z | www.wcia.com | Teenager facing first-degree murder charges | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/teenager-facing-first-degree-murder-charges/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/teenager-facing-first-degree-murder-charges/ |
SHELBY COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Two men from Shelby County were charged over the weekend for possessing methamphetamine in two separate cases.
69-year-old Keith Miller of Tower Hill was charged on Friday. He was charged with possessing two days earlier 15 to 100 grams of meth, a Class 1 felony with a sentencing range of p... | 2022-03-08T00:15:48Z | www.wcia.com | Two charged with meth possession | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/two-charged-with-meth-possession/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/two-charged-with-meth-possession/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — An 18-year-old student of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign was arrested after he was accused of biting two police officers on Thursday.
The University of Illinois Police said they were dispatched to the Van Doren Hall on South Fourth Street at around 12:25 a.m. in response to a repor... | 2022-03-08T00:15:54Z | www.wcia.com | U of I Police: 18-year-old student accused of biting 2 officers | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/u-of-i-police-18-year-old-student-accused-of-biting-2-officers/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/u-of-i-police-18-year-old-student-accused-of-biting-2-officers/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Fans are reliving the excitement of winning the first Big Ten regular season title in 17 years… And looking forward to more big games for the Illini.
Fans who rushed the court Sunday night said the energy of the crowd was “electric” – and it felt like the team could do anything.
U of I grad Jac... | 2022-03-08T03:03:42Z | www.wcia.com | ‘It was electric’: Illini fans storm court | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/it-was-electric-illini-fans-storm-court/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/it-was-electric-illini-fans-storm-court/ |
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) – Decatur City Council has been working to reduce violence in their city for years.
Providing support to the police department, finding money to pay for youth intervention, and more.
Now, they feel putting a curfew on drive-thru and walk-up alcohol sales will help too.
“There was a connection betwe... | 2022-03-08T05:36:11Z | www.wcia.com | Liquor store owners react to new Decatur curfew | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/liquor-store-owners-react-to-new-decatur-curfew/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/liquor-store-owners-react-to-new-decatur-curfew/ |
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, the Champaign and Sangamon County Sheriff’s Offices are stepping up their patrols to keep the roads safe.
From March 11 to March 18, both offices will be deploying more deputies to look for alcohol and drug-impaired drivers.
Sheriffs Dustin Heuerman and Jack Ca... | 2022-03-08T05:36:30Z | www.wcia.com | Sheriffs’ Offices ready for St. Patrick’s Day | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/sheriffs-offices-ready-for-st-patricks-day/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/sheriffs-offices-ready-for-st-patricks-day/ |
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Current farmland prices in Central Illinois approaching the $20,000 per acre level, but that doesn’t mean it’s getting sold.
Many farms in the region are well beyond their centennial and will soon put up a 200-year plaque.
“My great, great grandfather on my mother’s side came from Ohio in 1856... | 2022-03-08T22:21:36Z | www.wcia.com | Harvest Heritage: Not for sale | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/harvest-heritage-not-for-sale/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/harvest-heritage-not-for-sale/ |
Urbana Fire Chief announces retirement
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – When he graduated high school, current Urbana Fire Chief Charles Lauss planned on going a much different career route. Now, after 35 years of service, he is reflecting on his career path before his retirement in May.
Lauss originally intended to enroll in Lin... | 2022-03-08T22:22:01Z | www.wcia.com | Urbana Fire Chief announces retirement | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/urbana-fire-chief-announces-retirement/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/urbana-fire-chief-announces-retirement/ |
MARSHALL, Ill. (WCIA) — A missing 14-year-old from Arkansas was found in Illinois.
In a news release, Marshall Police officers said they were called to Pilot Truck stop on Trefz Drive to try to find the teenager. Arkansas State Police indicated the teenager may be found in a van and an adult man may be in there as well... | 2022-03-08T22:22:07Z | www.wcia.com | Man arrested after missing Arkansas teenager found in Illinois | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-arrested-after-missing-arkansas-teenager-found-in-illinois/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/man-arrested-after-missing-arkansas-teenager-found-in-illinois/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Traffic on West Windsor Road and South Mattis Avenue will see single-lane closures starting Wednesday as crews perform routine sewer maintenance.
The City of Champaign said that traffic will only be affected in one single area at a time with traffic control to reroute drivers. Work is planned f... | 2022-03-08T22:22:19Z | www.wcia.com | Road closures on Windsor Road begin Wednesday | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/road-closures-on-windsor-road-begin-wednesday/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/road-closures-on-windsor-road-begin-wednesday/ |
Trent Frazier named to second team/All-Defensive team, Alfonso Plummer lands on third team
WCIA — Kofi Cockburn is once again one of the Big Ten’s best players. The Illinois junior center was named a unanimous All-Big Ten First Team selection on Tuesday, one of three Illini players recognized by the league, the most si... | 2022-03-08T22:22:31Z | www.wcia.com | Kofi Cockburn named unanimous All-Big Ten First Team | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/sports/local-sports/kofi-cockburn-named-unanimous-all-big-ten-first-team/ | https://www.wcia.com/sports/local-sports/kofi-cockburn-named-unanimous-all-big-ten-first-team/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Champaign announced on Tuesday that all new city-produced programming will be available with closed captions.
This programming includes live meetings of the City Council, Boards and Commissions, scripted programming and video recordings.
“I’m very excited that the City is able to of... | 2022-03-09T01:59:49Z | www.wcia.com | City of Champaign announces closed captioning for city programming | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-of-champaign-announces-closed-captioning-for-city-programming/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-of-champaign-announces-closed-captioning-for-city-programming/ |
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – The Garden Hills neighborhood in Champaign could be getting new amenities.
Tuesday night, the city council is reviewing a proposal for a pilot program that will use “safe places, active spaces” principles.
That means they’ll add more park-like amenities to engage youth in under-utilized areas o... | 2022-03-09T01:59:55Z | www.wcia.com | City planning ‘Safe Place, Active Space’ amenities | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-planning-safe-place-active-space-amenities/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/city-planning-safe-place-active-space-amenities/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A man who saved lives will save even more in his death.
Tuesday, the Gift of Hope flag was raised for Ross Booker…a rare honor. Booker was a tow truck operator, a St. Joseph volunteer firefighter and an organ donor.
The flag was raised to honor his decision to give the gift of life to others.
It h... | 2022-03-09T02:00:01Z | www.wcia.com | Donor flag raised in tow truck operator’s honor | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/donor-flag-raised-in-tow-truck-drivers-honor/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/donor-flag-raised-in-tow-truck-drivers-honor/ |
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – Organ donation is not as easy as checking a box. Only about 20% of deaths in hospitals are eligible for organ donation.
And there’s a huge need right now. In Illinois, more than 4,000 people are on the waiting list.
That’s why a specialist said Ross Booker‘s decision is so meaningful. He was a tow... | 2022-03-09T02:00:07Z | www.wcia.com | ‘Huge’ need for organ donations, specialists say | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/huge-need-for-organ-donations-specialists-say/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/huge-need-for-organ-donations-specialists-say/ |
WHITE HEATH, Ill. (WCIA) – A White Heath family wants to give their son the best memories they can, and they’re doing that with rides on a different kind of bike.
Liam was diagnosed with Battens Disease CLN2 four years ago. It’s a disease that’s rare, and there is no cure.
His family has been juggling their life with h... | 2022-03-09T05:10:47Z | www.wcia.com | Child with rare disease gets adaptive bike donated | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/child-with-rare-disease-gets-adaptive-bike-donated/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/child-with-rare-disease-gets-adaptive-bike-donated/ |
Gas prices are rising, experts say they’ll keep going up
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Gas prices seem to be rising every day. One expert said it’s mostly because of the unknown in the oil industry. With the invasion in Ukraine, and the sanctions on Russia, crude oil prices keep going up. Which means gas prices will go up t... | 2022-03-09T05:10:53Z | www.wcia.com | Gas prices are rising, experts say they’ll keep going up | WCIA.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/gas-prices-are-rising-experts-say-theyll-keep-going-up/ | https://www.wcia.com/news/gas-prices-are-rising-experts-say-theyll-keep-going-up/ |
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