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Pritzker, Sangamon Co. officials speak out on deputy’s shooting charges
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Multiple Illinois state and Sangamon County officials are speaking out following the most recent development in the investigation into Sonya Massey’s death. On July 6, Massey called 911 to respond to a “prowler” near her home. Deputies were dispatched to her residence and later reported there was a deputy-involved shooting where […]
Canton police share latest after missing 2-year-old girl was found safely
UPDATE (2:09 p.m.) — The Canton Police Department is sharing more information following the search for a missing 2-year-old on Thursday. According to Canton Police Spokesman Edward Glad, Chloe Russell was located in a second-floor closet in a home her family had been staying at. The Canton Fire Department had used thermal cameras to search […]
Future of Danville’s former Quaker Oats site remains uncertain
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — In Danville, the Quaker Oats factory has been sitting vacant for more than a month. Officials are growing concerned about the site’s uncertain future. It was shut down a month ago and officials are hoping there’s some redeeming factor for the empty site. Vermilion Advantage CEO Mike Marron said the building […]
Kids highlight banned books for National Day of Action at Champaign school
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Ujima Freedom School scholars gathered together to share the importance of reading banned books on Wednesday. The children from the summer educational program were at Dr. Howard Elementary School for the National Day of Social Action. Their theme this year was “Protect the Freedom to Read.” This highlights the current movement […]
Paxton community at odds with city officials on new gas station
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) — A big change is coming to one neighborhood in Paxton, and some people aren’t happy about it. The city council approved a proposal at its last meeting to rezone two empty lots to make room for a new gas station. Carole Johnson has been living on South Cherry Street for more […]
Two Illinois football players drafted in United Football League Draft
WCIA — Former Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams and offensive lineman Julian Pearl were selected in the United Football League Draft. Pearl was taken sixth overall by the Michigan Panthers. In his senior season with the Illini, the Danville native was an All-Big Ten honorable mention, starting all 12 games at left tackle. Williams was […]
Eastern Illinois football picked 2nd in conference preseason poll
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Eastern Illinois football was picked second in the Big South/Ohio Valley Conference preseason poll released Wednesday. The Panthers received two first place votes with 53 points overall. Last year’s conference co-champion UT Martin topped the list with five first place votes and 61 points. 1. UT Martin (5) – 612. Eastern Illinois […]
Former State Am champ returns to play final tournament at Atkins Golf Club
URBANA (WCIA) — Only one previous tournament winner was on the course this week at the 93rd Illinois State Amateur Golf Tournament at Atkins Golf Club and he was playing the event for the last time. Bloomington native Mike Milligan won in 1974, just one of 138 events he has won in his 59 years […]
Largest music companies sue Verizon for $2.6 billion in massive copyright infringement case
NEW YORK (WJET/WFXP) — The largest recording companies in the world have filed a massive lawsuit against Verizon Communications, Verizon Services, and Cellco Partnership (aka Verizon Wireless). The plaintiffs claim that they both enabled and profited from the copyright infringement committed by tens of thousands of its subscribers. “While Verizon is famous for its “Can […]
Applications open for Community Police Academy in Champaign County
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Law enforcement agencies in Champaign County are giving community members a chance to experience their jobs without officially joining the police force. Several agencies, including municipal and college police departments, the Sheriff’s Office and Illinois State Police Troop 7 are the organizations behind the Champaign County Community Police Academy. Held once […]
Illinois transfer Terrance Brooks leans on dad’s advice when picking the Illini
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — New Illinois cornerback Terrance Brooks had plenty of choices in the transfer portal after two years at Texas. Dozens of big time programs wanted the former four-star, Top 100 recruit to join their program but in the end, Brooks relied on some advice from dad in helping him made a decision. “My […]
4-H students show off their livestock at the Iroquois County Fair
CRESCENT CITY, Ill. (WCIA) – At the Iroquois County Fair, they have the fries and the rides, but also the 4-H programs. It can be a great benefit for kids as they learn about agriculture, take care of animals, and so much more. The students showed off their pigs, rabbits, chickens, and even sheep to […]
UPDATE: More details shared in Champaign rollover crash
Update on July 18 at 1:45 p.m. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department is providing more information on a Wednesday rollover accident that happened on Prospect Avenue. They said a westbound car was traveling along John Street and paused at a stop sign at the Prospect Avenue intersection. When it proceeded into the […]
Crime Stoppers seeking tips in Springfield credit card fraud
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Sangamon/Menard County Crime Stoppers is getting involved with a case of a misplaced credit card being used without authorization, hoping to find a tip that leads to an arrest. Officials said a man lost his wallet on May 4 while he was fishing near Bridgeview Beach House at Lake Springfield. Four […]
Deputy indicted for murder of Sonya Massey, fired by Sangamon Co. Sheriff
7:30 p.m. Update: SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Governor J.B. Pritzker released a statement on the charges of former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson: “Sonya Massey was concerned for her safety and called law enforcement to her home for protection. Like all Illinoisans, she deserved that protection. Instead, innocent and unarmed, she was gunned down […]
Deputy indicted for murder of Sonya Massey, fired by Sangamon Co. Sheriff
7:30 p.m. Update: SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Governor J.B. Pritzker released a statement on the charges of former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson: “Sonya Massey was concerned for her safety and called law enforcement to her home for protection. Like all Illinoisans, she deserved that protection. Instead, innocent and unarmed, she was gunned down […]
Forsyth moves forward with dispensary plan
FORSYTH, Ill. (WCIA) — The Village of Forsyth is moving forward with plans to bring a dispensary to town. The village Board of Trustees hosted its regular meeting on Tuesday, during which the trustees discussed the proposal of allowing Illinois Health & Wellness, LLC to open and operate a dispensary in Forsyth. The trustees heard […]
Elderly Alton couple dies after flash flooding incident
ALTON, Ill. – Flash flooding from Tuesday’s heavy rain claimed the lives of an elderly Alton couple in Jersey County. Jersey County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call a little before 12 p.m. Tuesday from a 70-year-old man who said he was trapped in his car due to flash floodwaters on Beltrees Road, east […]
Mansfield conducting tornado siren tests Wednesday
MANSFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Village of Mansfield said not to be alarmed as they test tornado sirens throughout Wednesday. The siren tests began before noon and are expected to continue intermittently, officials said. They should not continue into Thursday. The announcement comes a day after officials said the village’s north side tornado siren was […]
Reas Bridge Road temporarily closing in Decatur on Thursday
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Decatur is alerting drivers to a road closure that will last from 8:30 a.m. through the afternoon on Thursday. Reas Bridge Road over the lake is expected to be closed until around 2 p.m. City officials say a cofferdam is being removed in the area, which requires the […]
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