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53 people sworn in as U.S. citizens in Springfield
53 people sworn in as U.S. citizens in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — 53 people officially became U.S. citizens on Wednesday during a naturalization ceremony in Springfield. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the U.S. D…
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December 17, 2025 at 10:46 PM
53 people sworn in as U.S. citizens in Springfield
License renewed for Clinton nuclear facility; Constellation investing millions
License renewed for Clinton nuclear facility; Constellation investing millions
CLINTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved two license renewals after a review of the Illinois nuclear facilities, including the one in Clinton. In a press release …
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December 17, 2025 at 10:01 PM
License renewed for Clinton nuclear facility; Constellation investing millions
Sangamon Co. deputies interrupt burglary, make 2 arrests Tuesday night
Sangamon Co. deputies interrupt burglary, make 2 arrests Tuesday night
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A man with 17 prior arrests and another who had cut off his electronic monitoring device were arrested Tuesday night after trying to burglarize a Sangamon County bu…
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December 17, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Sangamon Co. deputies interrupt burglary, make 2 arrests Tuesday night
Teen denied pretrial release in Taylorville home invasion, stabbing case
Teen denied pretrial release in Taylorville home invasion, stabbing case
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A Taylorville teenager was denied pretrial release and will undergo a court-ordered mental health evaluation after he was arrested and charged with allegedly breaki…
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December 17, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Teen denied pretrial release in Taylorville home invasion, stabbing case
Coles Co. woman arrested after not returning to jail after hospitalization
Coles Co. woman arrested after not returning to jail after hospitalization
COLES COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — A woman facing numerous felony charges, including aggravated battery to a peace officer and meth possession, was arrested by the Charleston Police Department for f…
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December 17, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Coles Co. woman arrested after not returning to jail after hospitalization
Springfield Police, Crime Stoppers seeking tips in attempted carjacking
Springfield Police, Crime Stoppers seeking tips in attempted carjacking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Police Department and Sangamon/Menard County Crime Stoppers are looking for help from the public in solving an attempted carjacking that happened la…
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December 17, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Springfield Police, Crime Stoppers seeking tips in attempted carjacking
IHSA member schools approve football playoff expansion, other proposals
IHSA member schools approve football playoff expansion, other proposals
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Illinois High School Association member schools approved 12 amendment proposals, including a football playoff expansion, earlier this week. The amendment proposals appea…
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December 17, 2025 at 8:46 PM
IHSA member schools approve football playoff expansion, other proposals
Illinois to see expanded access to contraception beginning Jan. 1
Illinois to see expanded access to contraception beginning Jan. 1
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Illinois residents will have expanded access to non-hormonal contraception beginning in the new year. House Bill 3489 allows pharmacists to dispense more kinds of contracept…
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December 17, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Illinois to see expanded access to contraception beginning Jan. 1
Decatur man pleads not guilty to killing roommate in shooting
Decatur man pleads not guilty to killing roommate in shooting
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A Decatur man accused of killing his roommate in a shooting earlier this month has pleaded not guilty to the charges he is facing. In court on Wednesday, 23-year-old Jo…
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December 17, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Decatur man pleads not guilty to killing roommate in shooting
IL Attorney General reaches settlement with Kia, Hyundai on vehicle theft crisis
IL Attorney General reaches settlement with Kia, Hyundai on vehicle theft crisis
CHICAGO (WCIA) — A bipartisan coalition of 35 state attorneys general, including Illinois’, announced a settlement with Kia and Hyundai over the sale of vehicles that lacked anti-theft …
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December 17, 2025 at 7:46 PM
IL Attorney General reaches settlement with Kia, Hyundai on vehicle theft crisis
Illinois Christmas: These Holiday Plants Are Toxic To Your Pets
Toxic Holiday Plants: What Every Pet Owner Should Know
As the holidays approach, it’s important for pet owners to know which festive plants, like holly and lilies, can pose serious risks to their furry friends at home.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Illinois Christmas: These Holiday Plants Are Toxic To Your Pets
Sorensen Honors New Windsor’s Kirwan On House Floor As He Retires From Illinois Farm Bureau Board
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December 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Sorensen Honors New Windsor’s Kirwan On House Floor As He Retires From Illinois Farm Bureau Board
Danville City Council says 'yes' to new entertainment center
Danville City Council says ‘yes’ to new entertainment center
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — An all-in-one trampoline park, restaurant and rock climbing facility could be coming to one city in Central Illinois. The Danville City Council voted Tuesday night wit…
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December 17, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Danville City Council says 'yes' to new entertainment center
Longtime Decatur city employee set to retire
Longtime Decatur city employee set to retire
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A city employee who’s worked almost three decades to boost tourism in Decatur is getting to retire on top after being recognized for her efforts. Teri Hammel has …
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December 17, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Longtime Decatur city employee set to retire
The Creepy Crawlies That Could Be Hiding In Your Christmas Tree
A Few Bugs May Join The Festive Spirit With Live Christmas Trees This Year
This holiday season, as families pick out their real Christmas trees, they might want to keep an eye out for unexpected guests like aphids and spiders that could hitch a ride.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM
The Creepy Crawlies That Could Be Hiding In Your Christmas Tree
Barbara Ann Gaylor – No Services At This Time
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December 17, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Barbara Ann Gaylor – No Services At This Time
Orion Falls Short At Wharton Field House
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December 17, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Orion Falls Short At Wharton Field House
Messiah Lutheran Church Offering 49th Year Of Free Christmas Meals
Messiah Lutheran Church Offering 49th Year Of Free Christmas Meals
Messiah Lutheran Church in Aledo will hold its annual Community Christmas Dinner again this year. 2025 marks the 49th year that the church has provided free
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December 17, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Messiah Lutheran Church Offering 49th Year Of Free Christmas Meals
Highlights/scores: High school basketball (12/16/25)
Highlights/scores: High school basketball (12/16/25)
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Check out highlights from two tight boys’ basketball games and scores from plenty more as the early season rolls on. BOYS BASKETBALL Warrensburg-Latham 71, Uni…
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December 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Highlights/scores: High school basketball (12/16/25)
Multiple restaurants impacted by Champaign boil order
Multiple restaurants impacted by Champaign boil order
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A boil order remains in effect on Neil Street near Kirby Avenue after a water main break Monday. McDonalds, Taco Bell, Steak and Shake, Baxters and The Ribeye confirm…
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December 17, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Multiple restaurants impacted by Champaign boil order
Danville firefighters taking training to a whole new level
Danville firefighters taking training to a whole new level
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Saving lives requires hands-on experience, which is why Central Illinois fire departments took their training to the next level on Tuesday. It was day one of a week-lo…
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December 17, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Danville firefighters taking training to a whole new level
Decatur Police deciding where to place new surveillance cameras
Decatur Police deciding where to place new surveillance cameras
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The Decatur City Council passed a vote to purchase 10 new surveillance cameras Monday. In the next week, the Decatur Police Department will be deciding where those came…
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December 17, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Decatur Police deciding where to place new surveillance cameras
Illini officially announce addition of Bilic, will not play this season
Illini officially announce addition of Bilic, will not play this season
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois men’s basketball has confirmed the addition of Croatian forward Toni Bilic to the roster. ESPN reported on Monday that Bilic would be joining the Illin…
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December 17, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Illini officially announce addition of Bilic, will not play this season
Firefighters actively battle Mattoon fire, public asked to avoid area
Firefighters actively battle Mattoon fire, public asked to avoid area
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — First responders are actively responding to a large fire in Mattoon. It is happening at the ILMO Products Company, located at 4112 Lake Land Boulevard. First responders…
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December 17, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Firefighters actively battle Mattoon fire, public asked to avoid area
New Illinois law strengthens state response to human trafficking
New Illinois law strengthens state response to human trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A new Illinois law is aiming to transform the state’s response to human trafficking cases by improving identification, training and services. Illinois has ide…
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December 17, 2025 at 1:31 AM
New Illinois law strengthens state response to human trafficking