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Illinois Is Getting Digital Licenses: Here’s How It All Works
We've been keeping an eye on the progress of Illinois House Bill 4592 (HB 4592) for a while now, and because we're technology geeks we're pretty excited that it brings that little plastic card in your wallet into the digital age by allowing us to have our driver's licenses or state IDs on our phones, where we have seemingly everything else.
Housing providers are squeezed by rising insurance costs, driving rents up. Unlike other states, Illinois can do little about it
CHICAGO - Stuart Handler runs a company that owns and manages 47 properties, with a total of 6,000 apartments throughout the Chicago area. For 2024, the insurance premium on his portfolio of properties increased about 150%, and his deductible climbed from $100,000 to $1 million. The jump in insurance costs...
Pritzker says Trump is the loser after former president's remarks on X with Musk
(The Center Square) – After being called a “real loser” by former President Donald Trump, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said it’s Trump who is the loser. Elon Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter, hosted a more than two hour discussion with Trump on the social media platform Monday, where Trump discussed being shot in the ear, the economy, foreign and domestic policy and government efficiency. Trump wants to get...
Biden to designate national monument at site of Illinois race riot
Biden to designate national monument at site of Illinois race riot. President Biden will designate a national monument this week at the site of racist mob violence in 1908 in Springfield, Ill., the White House confirmed Wednesday. © AP Photo/Evan Vucci. A White House official told The Hill the...
Champaign man acquitted of murder in deadly 2021 shooting
URBANA, Ill. (WAND) - A Champaign man has been acquitted of murder in a deadly 2021 shooting in Urbana. The News-Gazette reports a Champaign County judge ruled the state could not prove that Brian J. Ferrell, 38, did not shoot at Kendall K. Jones, 33, in self-defense on September 11, 2021.
Official: Illinois and Arkansas basketball to square off in nationally-televised Thanksgiving game in KC
It's officially official. Illinois and Arkansas basketball will square off on a national broadcast on Thanksgiving afternoon (Nov. 28) at T-Mobile Arena in Kansas City (Mo.), bdG Sports announced. Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman announced the matchup at his annual media roundtable in June. The game will tip off a 3 p.m. CT on CBS following the Chicago Bears game at the Detroit Lions.
Meridian, EIU grad Lauren Doyle retires from rugby
(WAND) - A local Olympic athlete is calling it a career. Boody's Lauren Doyle announced that she has retired from Rugby. The Meridian and Eastern Illinois grad had a storied 12-year career and ended it on a high-note by bringing home the bronze for Team USA in Paris.
LLCU and the City of Decatur Host Joint Ribbon Cutting at Site of Collaborative Neighborhood Revitalization Project
LLCU and the City of Decatur Host Joint Ribbon Cutting at Site of Collaborative Neighborhood Revitalization Project. Decatur, Illinois, August 14th, 2024 – During a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held today jointly by Land of Lincoln Credit Union (LLCU) and the City of Decatur, the finished product of a year-long community collaborative effort aimed at neighborhood revitalization and community service was unveiled. The initiative began with LLCU donating a house and property (located on Union Street in Decatur) to the City of Decatur to be used as a single-family dwelling for displaced families seeking transitional housing through the Empowerment Opportunity Center. To make the home inhabitable, a large community collaboration began involving LLCU, the City of Decatur, Richland Community College Workforce Development, Decatur Trades & Labor Assembly, Shemilah Community Outreach, and Empowerment Opportunity Center. All parties brought resources and expertise to the project to ready the home for use.
Decatur schools to open bids for solar panel construction next month
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The Decatur School Board heard an informational update at its meeting Tuesday night on the progress to put solar panels of the campuses of five or six schools. The schools included in the plan are Ellsworth Dansby Magnet School, Franklin Grove Elementary School, Hope Academy, Muffley Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Middle […]
Operation Obstacle, the Race to End Veteran Suicide returns to Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Operation Obstacle, the Race to End Veteran Suicide, returns this September to the Richland Community College campus. Organizers say every day, at least 17 Veterans die by suicide. The event is to bring awareness to the issue. It is in coordination with the United States Department of Veteran's Affairs, Illiana Health Care, Suicide Prevention Team, and Richland Community College.
Krannert Center ringing in 55th season with Opening Weekend Party
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Krannert Center for the Performing Arts is hosting an Opening Weekend Party this September to welcome in their 2024-2025 season. It will take place Sept. 6-7 and will feature live performances, food, workshops, interactive displays, and family-friendly activities. The events are free. “A lot of people think Krannert Center is […]
WAND receives national Edward R. Murrow Award
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — WAND has received a national Edward R. Murrow Award by the Radio Television News Directors Association (RTDNA). The Murrow Awards are among the most prestigious in journalism. They are the embodiment of the values, principles and standards set forth by Edward R. Murrow, a journalism...
New look Illini: 2024-25 men’s basketball roster preview
Illinois fans will have to get used to a fresh contingent of faces this season at the State Farm Center. Brad Underwood and his staff brought in 10 new players during the offseason, with only four remaining from last season’s Elite Eight team. With a mix of international players, future NBA draft picks, win-now talent and building blocks for the future, Illinois has one of the most intriguing rosters in college basketball heading into the 2024-25 season.
Two-vehicle crash causes traffic back-up on I-74 in Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — ISP responded to a car crash on eastbound Interstate 74 in Urbana. The crash happened between a 2016 Yellow Dodge Ram and a 2012 Black Honda Civic around 2:40 p.m. Thursday near exit 185 to State Route 130 and University Avenue in Urbana. Police said the right lane was temporarily blocked […]
EIU Track & Field Adds 5 Standout Athletes to Boost Roster
The Eastern Illinois University track and field program is expanding its roster with five new athletes for the upcoming season. Director James Gildon announced the additions of Ayden Cothern, Ethan McBride, Tyler Miller, Kenyetietta Quinn, and Mikaila Ek, each bringing diverse skills across various events. Highlights include Cothern's national championship titles in the 100 meters and 4x100 meter relay, and Quinn's impressive performances at the Ohio state championships.
Moosapalooza II returning to Rose Bowl Tavern
Mooseapalooza II is back at Rose Bowl Tavern in Urbana, and it’s shaping up to be another unforgettable day of local music and community spirit. The event, curated by Rosemary Ferrara and Ward Gollings, kicks off at 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 25th, and promises a full day of performances from a diverse lineup of bands. Just like last year, Mooseapalooza is more than just a music festival — it’s a heartwarming benefit dedicated to supporting Moose (Barney Joyce), a beloved figure in the local music scene who has been battling health challenges. This year’s lineup includes The Bryan Holloway Somethin’, Brian Krumm & His Barfly Friends, Voodoo Exiles, and more, with performances spread across indoor and outdoor stages.
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