Caryn Eisert

The Macon County Conservation District will host a grand opening Friday for Phase I of Woodbine Farm, a new conservation site connected to the Fort Daniel Conservation Area.

The Boys & Girls Club of Decatur is asking the community for help as it works to raise $750,000 to reopen its doors.

DECATUR, Ill. — The Macon County Emergency Management Agency has launched Project SAFER Spectrum, a new initiative designed to improve outcomes when first responders interact with people who are autistic or neurodivergent.

Michael Wallace is scheduled to face a Macon County jury Oct. 19; co-defendant Bobby Gipson has a hearing in November. Published Sep. 24, 2026 at 6:34 PM GMT+2

Michael Wallace is accused in the killing of Caleb Witty, who police said was protecting his younger sister during a robbery.

The first-degree murder plea removes a firearm enhancement and includes a sentencing cap of 40 years. Published Oct. 19, 2026 at 4:29 PM CEST

Bobby Gipson pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2011 killing of Caleb Witty in Decatur. He is eligible for probation and faces a possible prison sentence of four to 20 years.

As temperatures begin to drop across Central Illinois, WAND and Dove, Inc. are teaming up again to ensure children and families in Macon County have warm coats for the winter.

As Election Day approaches, voters in Illinois’ 48th Senate District will choose between two candidates offering different visions for the region.

URBANA, Ill. (WAND) — When your name is Michael Myers, Halloween takes on a whole new meaning. For one Urbana man, sharing a name with the infamous horror movie character has now earned him national recognition.