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DECATUR — Strong 35 mph winds passing through Decatur Wednesday evening are expected to slow down after midnight, the National Weather Service in Lincoln said.

Toys for Tots and the Salvation Army, supported by the Marine Corps Reserve, helped distribute thousands of Christmas toys for Macon County children Wednesday. Read more about the volunteers and the families that were helped at the link below.

DECATUR — Out of the thousands of toys spread out around the gym of the Salvation Army on Tuesday, Talisha Pillow of Decatur found the perfect gift for her 5-year-old daughter.

Drawing on the legacy of one of Decatur's most storied advocates for social justice, 2016 Citizen of the Year Jeanelle Norman spoke Tuesday to the ongoing fight for equality in public education and civil rights.

A look back at the life and legacy of Rev. Martin Mangan, beloved by many for his attention to social justice and involvement in the 1990s Staley lockouts.

The kidnapping and torture trial of Demariel Cunningham began on Tuesday with testimony from the victim and details about the purported motive in the incident.

Do you have extra holiday cash waiting in the state's unclaimed property database? Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging people to check.

Despite its challenges, the Decatur community has shown time and again that it has a tenacious spirit — and a generous heart.

There's a cold night ahead, according to the National Weather Service at Lincoln. Bundle up and take a look at some of our top stories of the day, including the arrest of a Decatur man on drug and gun charges,…

As a 93-year-old hospice patient, Georgia Leefers hadn’t had many opportunities to leave her room at Fair Havens Christian Home.That changed Monday, when she received a makeover with special surprises, lunch at a nice restaurant and, best of all, time…