Feb. 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month, a nationwide observance recognizing the achievements and often-overlooked contributions of Black Americans throughout history. This year’s national ...

Committed to protecting Illinois’ resources and the environment through farmer-led, locally-developed programs, Illinois Farm Bureau is awarding a record 34 grants for nutrient stewardship and ...

Tucked away in northwestern Illinois, Freeport offers genuine small-town charm with prices to match. The downtown area ...

DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — As windchills drop well below freezing, cities across Central Illinois are opening warming shelters. In Hoopeston, the mayor said City Hall will open up its chamber as an ...

The farm economy in central Illinois is entering yet another year of financial pressures. Recent projections show that, despite slight increases in market prices, many corn and soybean producers could ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Several Central Illinois schools have already announced plans to be closed on Friday ahead of the ...

An updated look at the minimum wind chill forecast for Thursday night into Friday morning. The National Weather Service [NWS] has elevated Friday’s deep freeze to an Extreme Cold Warning, with wind ...

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Several Central Illinois schools have already announced plans to be closed on Friday ahead of the incoming winter weather. Springfield Public Schools District 186 announced ...

If you've stepped outside lately, you know the weather isn't our friend right now. With dangerously cold temperatures expected this weekend, let's just send a little reminder to all our pet parents ...

Personal injury: Suit alleges that defendants failed to maintain safe conditions at a transit center by neglecting to properly maintain, inspect and apply anti-slip treatments to a metal transition ...