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Motorcyclist from Alabama dies following crash in Effingham
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A motorcyclist from Alabama has died in Central Illinois one week after he was hurt in a traffic accident. Stephen Thuney, the interim Coroner of Champaign County, said the crash happened in Effingham, but the victim was later transported to Carle Hospital in Urbana. He died there at 12:14 p.m. on […]
One hurt in Monday morning semi crash on I-57
TOLONO, Ill. (WCIA) — One person was hurt Monday morning when a semi-truck overturned on I-57 in Champaign County. State Police said the crash happened in the northbound lanes at Milepost 116 near Tolono. They determined that for unknown reasons, the driver of the truck lost control of their vehicle, went into the median of […]
Author Spotlight: Janice Harrington | Ag in the Classroom
Meteorologist Jacob Dickey sits down with Janice Harrington, a local Illinois author and former librarian to hear more about some of her agriculture books and her stories. Connect with Janice on her website here. Some of the books by Janice: Connect more on WCIA.com/agintheclassroom
Cars, community & competition: Mahomet Auto Fest drives enthusiasm for 15th year
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — On Sunday, people were cruising into Mahomet for one of Central Illinois’ biggest car shows. The 15th year of the Mahomet Auto Fest brought together car enthusiasts and car show contestants to appreciate the more than 275 new and vintage rides. After handing out 45 trophies, the cars took a victory […]
Central Illinois clinic opens its doors to new patients
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign’s Avicenna Health Center is now seeing people needing skin or wound care. Organizers said they noticed a need for the services in Central Illinois. Avicenna is a medical student-run health center offering all care free of charge. They’ve been offering help with primary care, eye health and common disease resources […]
Cutting sports at Illinois to pay for revenue sharing? Illini AD Josh Whitman: “We’re not foreclosing any options”
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Major changes have rocked the boat of college sports the past five years with the addition of the transfer portal and name, image and likeness and even more reform is on the horizon. The agreed upon House vs. NCAA settlement is about to further shift the college sports landscape, as revenue sharing […]
‘She was like a fresh breath of air’: Springfield community remembers Emma Shafer one year after her death
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Police are still investigating the death of 24-year-old Emma Shafer, one year later. She was found stabbed to death in her apartment in Springfield. Now, friends and those she worked closely with are remembering the impact Shafer had on a community she cared deeply about. The Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens in […]
Two hospitalized after overnight apartment fire in Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — An apartment fire in Decatur resulted in two occupants being sent to the hospital early Sunday morning. Just after 2 a.m., the Decatur Fire Department was dispatched to an apartment complex in the area of North Monroe Street and West McKinley Avenue. Upon arrival, crews saw smoke coming from the building. […]
Illini athletes competing to punch ticket to 2024 Paralympic Games
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Inside Illinois’s Disability Resources and Educational Services building sits a unique training facility, one deemed an official United States Paralympic Training Site 10 years ago. It’s home to two athletes who have already made history this season, and ready to make more. Hannah Dederick and Evan Correll swept the 100-meter wheelchair races […]
UPDATE: Taylorville Police phones back online
Update at 3:20 p.m. TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Taylorville Police Department said their phones are now back in working order after experiencing problems early Sunday afternoon. Their lines can now accept incoming calls. If you are in need of assistance from Taylorville Police, dial 217-824-2211. TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Taylorville Police Department announced […]
Shooter at Trump rally, one attendee dead
At least one attendee and the suspected shooter have died after gunshots rang out at former President Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger said. Goldinger told CNN’s Anderson Cooper that one additional spectator was injured and taken to a local hospital. A statement from the Secret Service shortly after said […]
Illinois coach Brad Underwood on having too much talent: “That’s a cop out”
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — The influx of talent for Illinois basketball in the Brad Underwood era is historic. All five of the top ranked players in the ‘recruiting rankings era’ dating back to 2000 are Underwood recruits, including seven of the top 10 prospects, according to 247Sports. Class of 2024 5-star recruit Will Riley tops the […]
Annual artisan fair returning to Effingham
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — The 17th annual Effingham Artisan fair is making its return next weekend. The event will showcase handcrafted pieces from more than 30 artists including pottery, jewelry, metal works, paintings, wood works, crochet, soaps, photography, leather, edible art, wearables and more. Other features include live music, food trucks, live art demonstrations and […]
New volunteer opportunities coming to UI Wildlife Medical Clinic
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Animal lovers will have a unique opportunity later this summer to work with local wildlife at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The university’s Wildlife Medical Clinic says beginning this August, multiple new volunteer positions will be available to students and the public alike. In their announcement of the new opportunities, […]
Mosaic City Church bringing community together with “Feeding Your Soul” breakfast
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) – The community in Danville is getting closer and closer, all through the efforts by a local church. Mosaic City Church is hosting a community “Feed Your Soul” Breakfast on Sunday, July 14th. On Sunday, at the Danville YMCA, instead of their regular service, the Mosaic City Church will be hosting a […]
Champaign breaks ground on downtown plaza years in the making
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Officials and onlookers took part in the symbolic start to a new plaza in the heart of the city of Champaign Friday evening. City leaders, community members, and a state senator gathered near the corner of Main and Neil Streets to celebrate the beginning of a downtown plaza with a groundbreaking. […]
Luke Altmyer ready to reclaim starting role
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Entering his second year in Champaign, Luke Altmyer is back with the same offensive coordinator for a second season for the first time ahead of his fourth year in college. Altmyer looks to reclaim his starting role after John Paddock largely held the starting job near the end of last season. The […]
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