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App helps police locate callers faster in Paxton. Here's how it works:
App helps police locate callers faster in Paxton. Here’s how it works:
PAXTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Paxton Police Department is encouraging community members to download an app that will help crews respond faster during an emergency. The police department said that…
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February 2, 2026 at 6:49 PM
App helps police locate callers faster in Paxton. Here's how it works:
AP Poll: Illini enter top five
AP Poll: Illini enter top five
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois men’s basketball has entered the top five of the AP Top 25 after marquee wins over Nebraska and Purdue, two of an eleven-game win streak. The Illini ju…
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February 2, 2026 at 6:44 PM
AP Poll: Illini enter top five
Two dogs die in Roberts house fire; home deemed a total loss
Two dogs die in Roberts house fire; home deemed a total loss
ROBERTS, Ill. (WCIA) — Two dogs were killed and a house was destroyed by a fire in Roberts over the weekend. The fire happened on Main Street Sunday evening. Ralph Denault, chief of the Rober…
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February 2, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Two dogs die in Roberts house fire; home deemed a total loss
Urbana High School students walk out of class in anti-ICE protest
Urbana High School students walk out of class in anti-ICE protest
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – Nearly 100 Urbana High School students walked out of class on Friday. They said it’s because of their frustrations with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) and b…
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February 2, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Urbana High School students walk out of class in anti-ICE protest
Champaign Public Library hosts 10th annual student art showcase
Champaign Public Library hosts 10th annual student art showcase
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Kids and teens had their hard work on display in Central Illinois at Champaign Public Library for their tenth annual Art Connection: Schools to Library exhibit this w…
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February 2, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Champaign Public Library hosts 10th annual student art showcase
Movie filmed in Central IL comes to the big screen in Savoy
Movie filmed in Central IL comes to the big screen in Savoy
SAVOY, Ill. (WCIA) — A movie that had its start in Central Illinois was celebrated Sunday on the big screen. “Moses to Black,” was showing in theaters in Savoy, and the movie was …
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February 2, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Movie filmed in Central IL comes to the big screen in Savoy
Dacey Trail Candlelight Walk Set for Valentine's Day
Dacey Trail Candlelight Walk Set for Valentine's Day
Organizers for the annual Dacey Trail Candlelight Walk in Shelbyville are preparing for a second attempt at putting the event on. It’s set now for Saturday, February 14 from 6-8 p.m. &nbs...
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February 2, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Dacey Trail Candlelight Walk Set for Valentine's Day
Taylorville City Council To Meet
Taylorville City Council To Meet
The Taylorville City Council meets Monday night, with several major infrastructure, airport, and water system items up for consideration.
Council members are expected to act on a proposa...
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February 2, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Taylorville City Council To Meet
Urbana School District ringing in the nation's centennial Black History Month
Urbana School District ringing in the nation’s centennial Black History Month
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — People throughout Central Illinois celebrated the first day of Black History Month this weekend. In Urbana, the school district welcomed the community for their annual B…
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February 2, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Urbana School District ringing in the nation's centennial Black History Month
Police seeking tips after Decatur home hit by gunfire
Police seeking tips after Decatur home hit by gunfire
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The Decatur Police Department is seeking information from the public after a home with a 40-year-old woman and three teenagers inside was hit by gunfire over the weeken…
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February 1, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Police seeking tips after Decatur home hit by gunfire
‘The work is not done’: Sen. Turner discusses next steps after Massey case
‘The work is not done’: Sen. Turner discusses next steps after Massey case
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Following deputy Sean Grayson’s sentence of 20 years in prison for the killing of Sonya Massey, attention is shifting to what comes next. While Thursday’s sentence …
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February 1, 2026 at 7:44 PM
‘The work is not done’: Sen. Turner discusses next steps after Massey case
Trump and Walz discuss immigration and Minnesota shooting investigation - Lincoln Courier
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February 1, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Trump and Walz discuss immigration and Minnesota shooting investigation - Lincoln Courier
REPORT: Illinois defensive coordinator expected to take job at Notre Dame
REPORT: Illinois defensive coordinator expected to take job at Notre Dame
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Illinois football will be on the search for a new defensive coordinator, according to multiple reports. Illini defensive coordinator Aaron Henry is expected to accept…
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February 1, 2026 at 5:44 PM
REPORT: Illinois defensive coordinator expected to take job at Notre Dame
Rep. Eric Swalwell calls Renee Good's death a 'murder' in House Judiciary committee - Lincoln Courier
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February 1, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Rep. Eric Swalwell calls Renee Good's death a 'murder' in House Judiciary committee - Lincoln Courier
Lincoln’s Alexander Talks Career Win 998
Lincoln's Alexander Talks Career Win 998
Lincoln Head Basketball Coach Neil Alexander earned win number 998 on Saturday with a victory over Taylorville. He shared his thoughts on the game, his team and the Railers upcoming schedule. Share...
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February 1, 2026 at 12:54 AM
Lincoln’s Alexander Talks Career Win 998
CASA expanding into Ford Co. to help foster children
CASA expanding into Ford Co. to help foster children
FORD COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Foster children in Ford County have a new voice helping to advocate for them and its thanks to one organization’s expansion. Court Appointed Special Advocates…
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January 31, 2026 at 11:49 PM
CASA expanding into Ford Co. to help foster children
Paris Fire responds to 'elevated levels' of carbon monoxide at Taco Bell, restaurant closed
Paris Fire responds to ‘elevated levels’ of carbon monoxide at Taco Bell, restaurant closed
PARIS, Ill. (WCIA) — The Paris Fire Department responded to Taco Bell Saturday morning for the report of a gas odor, and the restaurant is now closed until the issue has been resolved. In a F…
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January 31, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Paris Fire responds to 'elevated levels' of carbon monoxide at Taco Bell, restaurant closed
REPORT: Illini Football assistant leaving for conference foe
REPORT: Illini Football assistant leaving for conference foe
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois football is losing one of its top assistants to another team in the Big Ten. Robby Discher, Illini football’s special teams coordinator and tight ends …
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January 31, 2026 at 5:44 PM
REPORT: Illini Football assistant leaving for conference foe
Opioid Overdose Classes to Take Place in Shelbyville
Opioid Overdose Classes to Take Place in Shelbyville
Community members are invited to attend a Shelby County Opioid Response and Education event later this month aimed at helping residents better understand and respond to opioid overdoses. The event w...
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January 31, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Opioid Overdose Classes to Take Place in Shelbyville
CUSD 7 approves $160K CEJA grant toward Plum Street renovation with terms
CUSD 7 approves $160K CEJA grant toward Plum Street renovation with terms
Members of the Community Unit School District 7 voted on Monday night to approve a resolution formalizing terms of an agreement under which the school district will commit about $160,000 in grant funds...
www.thebengilpost.com
January 31, 2026 at 2:29 PM
CUSD 7 approves $160K CEJA grant toward Plum Street renovation with terms
'I don't think I would've made it': 2 CU at Home clients credit Champaign-based program for life transformation following homelessness
‘I don’t think I would’ve made it’: 2 CU at Home clients credit Champaign-based program for life transformation following homelessness
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Life is full of its ups and downs, its challenges and its celebrations. Many clients at Champaign’s CU at Home know that firsthand, especially Elizabeth Campbel…
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January 30, 2026 at 11:54 PM
'I don't think I would've made it': 2 CU at Home clients credit Champaign-based program for life transformation following homelessness
Scovill Zoo holding training program for interested volunteers
Scovill Zoo holding training program for interested volunteers
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A Decatur zoo is inviting adults interested in volunteering to an upcoming training program. In a press release put out by the Decatur Park District on Friday, they sai…
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January 30, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Scovill Zoo holding training program for interested volunteers
Man found guilty of shooting two teens in Champaign last summer
Man found guilty of shooting two teens in Champaign last summer
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — A 27-year-old man has been found guilty of shooting and hurting two teenagers over the summer in Champaign and is facing up to life in prison. Champaign County…
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January 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Man found guilty of shooting two teens in Champaign last summer
Crime Stoppers seeking tips on Springfield church downspout theft
Crime Stoppers seeking tips on Springfield church downspout theft
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Sangamon/Menard County Crime Stoppers is looking for tips from the public that can assist the Springfield Police Department in solving a case of theft and criminal …
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January 30, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Crime Stoppers seeking tips on Springfield church downspout theft
Springfield home destroyed by fire Friday morning
Springfield home destroyed by fire Friday morning
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A Springfield house was declared a total loss after it caught fire early Friday morning. The fire happened on Moffat Avenue near 15th Street. Julie Plunk, Springfie…
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January 30, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Springfield home destroyed by fire Friday morning