Decatur has a rich history as an Illinois city, and Krekel’s has been part of that history for a substantial portion of it. Visiting Krekel’s gives you insight into real Illinois life, the kind of ...

According to a recent Neighbors Bank study, pricey property taxes and homeowners insurance are significantly contributing to increasing monthly housing expenses in the U.S., leaving many Americans ...

The storms also produced exceptionally large hail. One 6-inch diameter hailstone measured in Kankakee, Illinois, may be considered for a new state record.

A traveling museum highlighting the stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) has made a stop in Decatur, giving residents a chance to learn more ...

A national Air Force exhibit is making a stop in Macon County, and they’re bringing their movie theater that has shown ...

A severe weather storm system barreled through the Midwest overnight Tuesday, producing at least three tornadoes in Indiana, according to the National Weather Service. The tornadoes caused significant ...

Officials say several tornadoes have torn through parts of Illinois and Indiana, downing trees and power lines in an area south of Chicago and overwhelming the 911 center with emergency calls.

The National Weather Service has cancelled its tornado watch for central Illinois. Thunderstorms continue to roll through ...

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Louis Barry Schelling Jr., 81, of Worden, died at 9:49 a.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Cedarhurst Senior Living Center in Bethalto. Private burial will be held at a later date at Holy Sepulchre ...

You know that feeling when you realize you’ve been ignoring something wonderful that’s been right under your nose the whole time? That’s exactly what’s happening with Decatur, Illinois, a city that ...

With the win, East St. Louis (30-4) earned its ninth trip to the state finals and second in three years. The Flyers placed third in 2023. They won their only championship in 2019. They will face ...