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Cement truck crash
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The driver of a cement truck was taken to the hospital after a crash. It happened on the westbound exit off I-74 at the I-57 interchange. The cab of the truck is crushed, and the driver was taken to the hospital. Officials say he was alert when he taken. The truck […] → Read More
Victim okay after overnight shooting
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Police are investigating after a person was shot late Thursday night. It happened just before midnight near the corner of Lake Victoria Drive and Butler Street. Police say the victim should be okay and was taken to the hospital. They say they are currently looking for suspects as of Friday morning. […] → Read More
Officials investigating suspicious fire
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — No one was hurt after a house fire early Thursday morning. It happened in the 600 block of State Street in Charleston. Officials say they think the home was abandoned. While investigating the fire, they say suspicious activity was reported to police in the area. Officers then went to a house […] → Read More
House declared total loss after fire
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A house has been declared a total loss after a fire Wednesday morning. It happened in the 700 block of Edith Street in Danville. Firefighters say no people were hurt in the fire, but one pet was killed. One occupant was able to get out safely. An investigator is on the […] → Read More
Man shot at hotel
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Police are looking for a suspect after a shooting Tuesday morning. It happened at the Econo Lodge on Wingate in Decatur. Police say around 5:30 Tuesday morning they responded to a call at the Econo Lodge. A man had been shot they say he appeared to have non-life threatening injuries. They […] → Read More
2 sought for shots fired
Two men struck a house and vehicle when firing guns in an alleyway. → Read More
Additional guardsmen help with flooding
ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- Governor Pritzker has activated an additional 200 National Guard members for state active duty. → Read More
Car vs. pedestrian crash
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- Police responded last night after a car vs. pedestrian crash. → Read More
Road repairs on I-74
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- Those of you driving on I-74 should be on the lookout. → Read More
Your Money: Repaying Student Loans
We're talking student loans with Kathy Sweedler. Learn some tips for repaying those loans in today's Your Money. → Read More
Possible Storm Damage
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- There was at least one report of possible storm damage Wednesday morning. → Read More
Pet on the Set: Duncan
We had a furry friend in for Pet on the Set. Find out how you can adopt Duncan in today's segment. → Read More
Fire leads to evacuation at Illini Union
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- The Illini Union was evacuated Thursday morning after a fire in the basement. → Read More
Open House & STEAM Night
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- One school is giving you the chance to see them in action. → Read More
Special guest at 42nd Annual Ag Day
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) -- A special visitor will be making an appearance at one community college Thursday. → Read More
Morning Rounds: STI Awareness Month
Dr. Deem was making the rounds this morning. He and Aaron discuss STI Awareness Month in today's segment. → Read More
Kitchen Confidence: Grilled Cheese Madness
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - Cooking coach Adam Wisnewski is bringing the madness to the WCIA kitchen. Check out what he is calling "Grilled Cheese Madness" in today's Kitchen Confidence. Grilled Cheese Madness! Menu Choose your ingredients for flavor and texture. Build a layered cheese experience with great bread. Find out what makes YOUR ultimate cheese sandwich. Here’s one of mine... Inspired by… → Read More
New MCORE closure for weekend
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- You should be on the lookout if you are driving on campus this weekend. → Read More
Food Facts: Twice-Baked Potatoes
Larry Williams was cooking up some healthy food this morning. Check out his twice-baked potatoes in today's segment. → Read More
Pet on the Set: Vader
Find out how you can adopt this furry friend. Meet Vader in today's Pet on the Set. → Read More