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4 weeks ago
Illinois Department of Human Services reports yearslong data breach
Even after breach was discovered, agency waited months to notify individuals, media.
4 weeks ago
Despite mounting budget pressure, graduated income tax remains political longshot
Gov. JB Pritzker backs the idea in principle but says it’s not a 2026 priority.
4 weeks ago
Hockey Hall of Fame player and longtime Blackhawks executive Bob Pulford dies at 89
Off the ice, Pulford was the first president of the players union, taking part in early collective bargaining and laying the foundation for the modern NHLPA.
4 weeks ago
Bears look to regroup for playoffs after closing regular season with 2 straight losses
The Bears (11-6) closed the regular season with back-to-back losses after falling to Detroit 19-16 on a last-second field goal.
4 weeks ago
Sales tax numbers are big for D-186
Also: Superintendent search continues; e-learning plan renewed.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Two dead after I-55 crash in Springfield
Victims are a 37-year-old Riverton woman and her eight-year-old daughter.
4 weeks ago
Montana State beats Illinois State 35-34 in OT thriller for 1st national title since 1984
Illinois State made big defensive plays to give the Redbirds a chance.
4 weeks ago
Some Cardinals players will make special appearance at UIS
The 2026 Cardinals Caravan will be at the upcoming UIS game on Saturday, Jan 17.
4 weeks ago
Public Health urges flu shots and other safety preventative measures as influenza rates spike
IDPH urges the public to get flu shots and take other preventative measures to mitigate the spread of influenza.
4 weeks ago
Illinois State plays Montana State seeking 1st FCS title after historic playoff run
Tommy Rittenhouse is capping his career with his best play. He has thrown for 3,257 yards, completing 64% of his passes.
4 weeks ago
Finding joy through words: mother, son share hope in ‘Adventures of Neo’ series
Dawson told WAND News that the series was born out of a dark time shortly after Neo’s diagnosis.
4 weeks ago
‘It’s a lifestyle’: Local runner tests his limits in ultramarathons
"It's a lifestyle," Albert said. "[People are] always telling me I'm crazy for how much I run."
1 month ago
Veteran Meteorologist Nick Patrick joins WAND; forecasts to be heard on WTAX
Nick's Patrick's forecasts will be heard on Capitol Media Group radio stations, including WTAX.
