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Fire crews from all over the state made their way to Springfield on Friday for a unique training.
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/illinois-firefighters-receive-jiu-jitsu-training-for-self-defense-in-the-field/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/illinois-firefighters-receive-jiu-jitsu-training-for-self-defense-in-the-field/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Fire crews from all over the state made their way to Springfield on Friday for a unique training.
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/illinois-firefighters-receive-jiu-jitsu-training-for-self-defense-in-the-field/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/illinois-firefighters-receive-jiu-jitsu-training-for-self-defense-in-the-field/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
The Illini hung around for the better part of the game, but Ohio State proved to be too much down the stretch in a 42-19 loss in Columbus.
https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/illinois-outmatched-in-road-loss-to-ohio-state/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/illinois-outmatched-in-road-loss-to-ohio-state/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 9:12 PM
The Illini hung around for the better part of the game, but Ohio State proved to be too much down the stretch in a 42-19 loss in Columbus.
https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/illinois-outmatched-in-road-loss-to-ohio-state/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/sports/your-illini-nation/illinois-outmatched-in-road-loss-to-ohio-state/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
In its 22nd year, the annual Pygmalion Music Festival is taking over Champaign-Urbana.https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/pygmalion-festival-partnering-with-chambana-film-society-in-22nd-year/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 8:01 PM
In its 22nd year, the annual Pygmalion Music Festival is taking over Champaign-Urbana.https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/pygmalion-festival-partnering-with-chambana-film-society-in-22nd-year/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A Sangamon County man was sentenced to two decades behind bars following his conviction on charges of sexual assault involving a minor.
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/sangamon-co-man-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison-for-sexual-assault-of-minor/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/sangamon-co-man-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison-for-sexual-assault-of-minor/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A Sangamon County man was sentenced to two decades behind bars following his conviction on charges of sexual assault involving a minor.
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/sangamon-co-man-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison-for-sexual-assault-of-minor/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
STORY: https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/sangamon-co-man-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison-for-sexual-assault-of-minor/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Two people were injured in a multi-vehicle accident early Saturday morning in Champaign County, and one of the vehicles caught fire.
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/two-hospitalized-in-two-vehicle-crash-on-i-74-in-champaign-co/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/two-hospitalized-in-two-vehicle-crash-on-i-74-in-champaign-co/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Two people were injured in a multi-vehicle accident early Saturday morning in Champaign County, and one of the vehicles caught fire.
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/two-hospitalized-in-two-vehicle-crash-on-i-74-in-champaign-co/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/two-hospitalized-in-two-vehicle-crash-on-i-74-in-champaign-co/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Might a helping hand from Pope Leo XIV partly explain the Chicago White Sox’s improbable return to the playoffs?
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/pope-leo-xiv-declines-to-credit-himself-for-white-sox-playoff-return/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/pope-leo-xiv-declines-to-credit-himself-for-white-sox-playoff-return/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Might a helping hand from Pope Leo XIV partly explain the Chicago White Sox’s improbable return to the playoffs?
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/pope-leo-xiv-declines-to-credit-himself-for-white-sox-playoff-return/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/pope-leo-xiv-declines-to-credit-himself-for-white-sox-playoff-return/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
The Village of Savoy has acquired an area of multi-use greenspace for both bicyclists and pedestrians.
Read more using the link below. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/greenspace-added-in-savoy-for-shared-use-path/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Read more using the link below. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/greenspace-added-in-savoy-for-shared-use-path/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The Village of Savoy has acquired an area of multi-use greenspace for both bicyclists and pedestrians.
Read more using the link below. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/greenspace-added-in-savoy-for-shared-use-path/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Read more using the link below. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/greenspace-added-in-savoy-for-shared-use-path/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A Danville woman was sentenced to over a decade in prison after she pleaded guilty to trying to kill a former coworker last year.https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/danville-woman-sentenced-to-12-years-in-prison-for-attempted-murder/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM
A Danville woman was sentenced to over a decade in prison after she pleaded guilty to trying to kill a former coworker last year.https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/danville-woman-sentenced-to-12-years-in-prison-for-attempted-murder/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
UPDATE: Two people accused in Edgar County of allowing a child's death through endangerment will stay behind bars as their case proceeds.
UPDATE: Edgar Co. pair accused of child’s death denied pretrial release
Update on Sept. 25, 2026 PARIS, Ill. (WCIA) — Two people accused in Edgar County of allowing a child’s death through endangerment will stay behind bars as their case proceeds. Payton Be…
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September 25, 2026 at 10:00 PM
UPDATE: Two people accused in Edgar County of allowing a child's death through endangerment will stay behind bars as their case proceeds.
We are six weeks out from the general election, when voters will head to the polls and vote to re-elect or fill new leadership roles, decide referendums that have a direct impact on local schools and other key parts of our community.
With early voting underway in Illinois, the Champaign Co. Clerk is calling voters to the polls
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — We are six weeks out from the general election, when voters will head to the polls and vote to re-elect or fill new leadership roles, decide referendums that have a d…
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September 25, 2026 at 9:00 PM
We are six weeks out from the general election, when voters will head to the polls and vote to re-elect or fill new leadership roles, decide referendums that have a direct impact on local schools and other key parts of our community.
As heavy rain floods roads across El Paso and southern New Mexico, researchers have developed a new way to look inside hurricanes. They say the technology could eventually help scientists understand how powerful storms form and strengthen.
Researchers find a new way to look inside hurricanes
As heavy rain floods roads across El Paso and southern New Mexico, researchers have developed a new way to look inside hurricanes. They say the technology could eventually help scientists understan…
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September 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM
As heavy rain floods roads across El Paso and southern New Mexico, researchers have developed a new way to look inside hurricanes. They say the technology could eventually help scientists understand how powerful storms form and strengthen.
An apartment complex in Urbana is getting some much needed upgrades.https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/developer-renovating-apartments-on-urbanas-philo-road-says-mission-is-to-add-more-affordable-housing/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM
An apartment complex in Urbana is getting some much needed upgrades.https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/developer-renovating-apartments-on-urbanas-philo-road-says-mission-is-to-add-more-affordable-housing/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Two 20-year-olds were arrested following an apparent hazing incident at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Wednesday, according to the Madison Police Department.
Fraternity leaders arrested in Wisconsin hazing incident after pledges found injured, covered in condiments
It was also “hot and humid” in the basement where the young men were found, as a result of frat leaders setting the heat to 81 degrees F.
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September 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Two 20-year-olds were arrested following an apparent hazing incident at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Wednesday, according to the Madison Police Department.
A man is facing battery charges in Sangamon County after he allegedly beat, choked and threatened to kill a woman and four children.
https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/springfield-man-accused-of-battery-threatening-to-kill-woman-4-kids/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/springfield-man-accused-of-battery-threatening-to-kill-woman-4-kids/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM
A man is facing battery charges in Sangamon County after he allegedly beat, choked and threatened to kill a woman and four children.
https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/springfield-man-accused-of-battery-threatening-to-kill-woman-4-kids/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/sangamon-county/springfield-man-accused-of-battery-threatening-to-kill-woman-4-kids/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
The boil order that was issued for the Village of Camargo earlier this week has been lifted, Water Superintendent Kyle Raymer announced.
UPDATE: Boil order lifted for Village of Camargo
Update on Sept. 25 CAMARGO, Ill. (WCIA) — The boil order that was issued for the Village of Camargo earlier this week has been lifted, Water Superintendent Kyle Raymer announced. CAMARGO, Ill…
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September 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The boil order that was issued for the Village of Camargo earlier this week has been lifted, Water Superintendent Kyle Raymer announced.
Pour yourself a cup of ambition. It’s Dolly Parton Day.
Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day is falling on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song “9 to 5.”
Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day is falling on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song “9 to 5.”
It’s Dolly Parton Day, with parades, pink lights and book drives
Pour yourself a cup of ambition. It’s Dolly Parton Day.
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September 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Pour yourself a cup of ambition. It’s Dolly Parton Day.
Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day is falling on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song “9 to 5.”
Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day is falling on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song “9 to 5.”
The District 118 School Board in Danville approved a new budget for the current school year at a meeting Wednesday night.
https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/danville-school-board-passes-budget-for-2026-27-school-year/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/danville-school-board-passes-budget-for-2026-27-school-year/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The District 118 School Board in Danville approved a new budget for the current school year at a meeting Wednesday night.
https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/danville-school-board-passes-budget-for-2026-27-school-year/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/vermilion-county/danville-school-board-passes-budget-for-2026-27-school-year/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A 41-year-old man is recovering in the hospital after he was shot in Champaign Thursday night. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/man-in-stable-condition-after-late-night-champaign-shooting/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 2:42 PM
A 41-year-old man is recovering in the hospital after he was shot in Champaign Thursday night. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/man-in-stable-condition-after-late-night-champaign-shooting/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A tentative agreement has been reached between the Mahomet-Seymour School District and its teachers' union on a new contract. https://www.wcia.com/top-stories/tentative-agreement-reached-on-new-contract-for-mahomet-seymour-teachers/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 2:26 PM
A tentative agreement has been reached between the Mahomet-Seymour School District and its teachers' union on a new contract. https://www.wcia.com/top-stories/tentative-agreement-reached-on-new-contract-for-mahomet-seymour-teachers/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A majority of Americans are worried about AI's progress as tech industry leaders and lawmakers call for its development to slow, according to a poll released Thursday.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/75-percent-fearful-concerned-about-ai-poll/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/75-percent-fearful-concerned-about-ai-poll/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM
A majority of Americans are worried about AI's progress as tech industry leaders and lawmakers call for its development to slow, according to a poll released Thursday.
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/75-percent-fearful-concerned-about-ai-poll/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/national/75-percent-fearful-concerned-about-ai-poll/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
The Champaign County Circuit Clerk’s Office is hosting Amnesty Week next month for people to pay off any violation charges they have.
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-co-circuit-clerk-hosting-amnesty-week-in-october/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-co-circuit-clerk-hosting-amnesty-week-in-october/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM
The Champaign County Circuit Clerk’s Office is hosting Amnesty Week next month for people to pay off any violation charges they have.
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-co-circuit-clerk-hosting-amnesty-week-in-october/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-co-circuit-clerk-hosting-amnesty-week-in-october/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Just last month, yet another streaming service raised its rates, marking the latest episode in the long-running series of "streamflation" that U.S. consumers have been experiencing.
Before "streamflation," though, there was the practice of "cutting the cord."
Before "streamflation," though, there was the practice of "cutting the cord."
Streaming vs. cable: What’s the better deal these days?
Ready to “cut the cord” on streaming? It may make sense for your wallet.
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September 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Just last month, yet another streaming service raised its rates, marking the latest episode in the long-running series of "streamflation" that U.S. consumers have been experiencing.
Before "streamflation," though, there was the practice of "cutting the cord."
Before "streamflation," though, there was the practice of "cutting the cord."
The RPC says they have run out of money to help residents avoid water shutoffs. If you qualify for the LIHEAP program, you can get help.
After former tenants caused thousands of dollars of damages at one Urbana apartment complex, upgrades are happening and will be completed in 2027. TGIF!
After former tenants caused thousands of dollars of damages at one Urbana apartment complex, upgrades are happening and will be completed in 2027. TGIF!
September 25, 2026 at 9:15 AM
The RPC says they have run out of money to help residents avoid water shutoffs. If you qualify for the LIHEAP program, you can get help.
After former tenants caused thousands of dollars of damages at one Urbana apartment complex, upgrades are happening and will be completed in 2027. TGIF!
After former tenants caused thousands of dollars of damages at one Urbana apartment complex, upgrades are happening and will be completed in 2027. TGIF!
Stanford University has acknowledged its own policies were violated when a promotional image for its residential and dining offerings removed a male Hispanic student and replaced him with a Black female.
Stanford admits AI was used to swap gender, race of student image
“I don’t agree with Stanford making those choices about how we were represented,” said Billy Ramirez.
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September 25, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Stanford University has acknowledged its own policies were violated when a promotional image for its residential and dining offerings removed a male Hispanic student and replaced him with a Black female.
Sreelakshmi Suresh and Jordyn Chace joined WCIA 3's Katie Moore to talk about an upcoming event in Urbana. https://www.wcia.com/community-spotlight/community-spotlight-annual-central-illinois-bat-festival/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
September 25, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Sreelakshmi Suresh and Jordyn Chace joined WCIA 3's Katie Moore to talk about an upcoming event in Urbana. https://www.wcia.com/community-spotlight/community-spotlight-annual-central-illinois-bat-festival/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_