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Maduro is taken to a US courthouse for his first appearance on drug trafficking charges

Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to make his first appearance Monday in an American courtroom on the narco-terrorism charges the Trump administration used to justify capturing him and bringing him to New York.

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Illinois State plays Montana State seeking 1st FCS title after historic playoff run

Tommy Rittenhouse is capping his career with his best play. He has thrown for 3,257 yards, completing 64% of his passes.

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Hybrid technology could be coming to SPI

Solar farm is an asset.

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Finding joy through words: mother, son share hope in ‘Adventures of Neo’ series

Dawson told WAND News that the series was born out of a dark time shortly after Neo’s diagnosis.

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‘It’s a lifestyle’: Local runner tests his limits in ultramarathons

"It's a lifestyle," Albert said. "[People are] always telling me I'm crazy for how much I run."

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Veteran Meteorologist Nick Patrick joins WAND; forecasts to be heard on WTAX

Nick's Patrick's forecasts will be heard on Capitol Media Group radio stations, including WTAX.

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Law guaranteeing universal mental health screenings for IL youth, teens takes effect

Students in grades three through 12 will participate in screenings once per school year..

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Still thinking about resolutions? Expert says make them more attainable and not as big

A local doctor suggests going beyond the typical New Years resolutions.

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Springfield woman shares her experience as a foster parent with the help of a local organization

"I had a lot of fears as a single person jumping into foster care, and then I realized that the impact I could make was greater than the fears I had," Knight said. "I want the kids in our community to know that they are cared for and they are seen, and that is the mission I am on."

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Springfield aldermen concerned about traffic crashes and bad driving

Aldermen think speed and cell phones may be factors.

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New Berlin man dead after crash near Virden

An investigation into the death of Brandon Pond, 30, continues.

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Victim in fatal Tuesday Springfield accident identified

An investigation into the crash continues.

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Improve your money habits by setting financial resolutions for 2026

Most financial resolutions fall into four categories: creating a budget, reducing debt, building up savings and improving credit scores.

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Oh baby! Meet the first newborn of 2026 in Springfield

Theodore Barker: Born 12:41 a.m. 1/1/2026. 8 pounds, 6 ounces, 20 inches long.

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Illinois maternal mortality report finds rise in pregnancy-related deaths

Black women were more than twice as likely as white women to die from a pregnancy-related condition.

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‘Springfield Wrapped’ — Resident recaps year to Springfield City Council

Citizen recaps highs and lows of 2025.

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New laws: Illinois education measures focus on immigrant rights, AI in the classroom

Measures that provide legal protections for students, guidelines for schools take effect Jan. 1.

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Dry January challenge encourages health reset for the new year

A month of sobriety offers physical and mental benefits, with tips to help participants succeed.

2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Farm, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

USDA announces commodity payment rates for Farmer Bridge Assistance Program

FBA payments are based on planted acres in 2025, Economic Research Service cost of production, and the World Agriculture Supply and Demand Estimate Report.

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Family displaced after house fire in DeWitt County; public donations requested

Blaze spreads quickly due to high winds; no injuries reported—GoFundMe set up to assist family.