Springfield's National Tourism Week
Reported by: Jenny Gastwirth
Saturday, May 10, 2008 @2:59pm CST
Springfield is celebrating National Tourism Week (May 10-18) to showcase the many sites and attractions visitors can enjoy.
Charleston Recycle Day
Reported by: Glenn Wilson / WCIA 3 News
Thursday, May 8, 2008 @4:17pm CST
The city wants residents to get a jump on spring cleaning
MDA Camp Petition
Reported by: Matt Franzblau/WCIA-3 News
Thursday, May 8, 2008 @1:49pm CST
Use This Link To Sign Or See The Petition
Online Feedback
Reported by: Amber Jenne/WCIA-3
Monday, April 28, 2008 @3:33pm CST
In Danville, there's no more waiting on hold.







CareTrak Mobile Locator
Reported by: Tinisha Shade WCIA 3
Saturday, April 26, 2008 @8:02pm CST
A small group in Decatur is asking for your help to raise money for those who suffer from memory impairments.

Mahomets New Alert System
Reported by: Sarah Danenhower / WCIA 3
Tuesday, April 22, 2008 @3:03pm CST
Mahomet luanches a public website and text message notification system to alert residents of dangerous weather.
Contact Shafer
Monday, April 21, 2008 @11:43am CST

Medication Drop-Off
Saturday, April 19, 2008 @7:23pm CST
Carle Foundation Hospital is doing its part to help the environment by tking up your old medications
The goal is to keep the chemicals out of landfills and water supplies.
"No Boundaries Hip Charm" Recall
Reported by: Betty Simpson/WCIA-3 News
Friday, April 18, 2008 @5:00pm CST
"No Boundaries Hip Charm" Recall
Circus Highlights
Friday, April 18, 2008 @7:44am CST
Lions And Tigers And Bears.. On My...
The Big Top Is Going Up At Assembly Hall Today.
But It Takes A Couple Truck Fulls To Make It All Come To Life.
Jason Gibson... Production Manager For The Ringling Brothers Barnum And Bailey Circus Is Here.


Austin Cloyd Community Day of Service
Reported by: Jenny Gastwirth WCIA 3
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 @5:13pm CST
Former Centennial High School student Austin Cloyd was one of 32 people gunned down last year at Virginia Tech. This weekend her fellow students are remembering her legacy and they want you to take part.
Hyundai Sonata Recall
Reported by: Nancy Foreman/WCIA 3 News
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 @11:29pm CST
Nearly 400,000 Hyundai Sonata's are recalled due to a problem with passenger side air bag.

Memory Bears
Reported by: Cortney Hall
Saturday, April 12, 2008 @6:57pm CST
People in Champaign have found a creative new way to remember their loved ones.
They're taking old clothes from family who've passed away and turning it into something they can hold on to.

Fight Chronic Disease
Reported by: Sarah Danenhower / WCIA3
Thursday, April 10, 2008 @4:08pm CST
To learn more information about the effects of Chronis Disease...

Danville Street Repair
Reported by: Sarah Danenhower / WCIA3
Wednesday, April 9, 2008 @4:08pm CST
City of Danville would like you to report on the problems on the streets.
Report On Your Potholes
Reported by: Sarah Danenhower / WCIA3
Wednesday, April 9, 2008 @4:02pm CST
If you live in Mahomet, make sure you report on those potholes in your neighborhood.
Beer Recall
Reported by: Betty Simpson/WCIA-3 News
Wednesday, April 9, 2008 @12:00pm CST
Beer Recall
Coffee for Troops
Reported by: Jenny Gastwirth WCIA 3
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 @8:43pm CST
The Starbucks in Urbana is making a difference overseas one cup at a time.
New Website To Make Things Easier For You
Reported by: Sarah Danenhower / WCIA3
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 @2:51pm CST
There is a new website available to find information about your doctors.
Amtrak Schedule Changes
Reported by: Jenny Gastwirth WCIA 3
Monday, April 7, 2008 @10:20pm CST
Amtrak passengers are getting hit with temporary delays as Canadian National Railway works on tracks.
Spring Yard Waste Collection
Reported by: Sarah Danenhower / WCIA3
Monday, April 7, 2008 @2:56pm CST
The City of Champaign 2008 Spring Yard Waste Collection has been scheduled and will start this weekend.
Parkland Town Hall Meeting
Reported by: Betty Simpson/WCIA-3 News
Thursday, April 3, 2008 @12:00pm CST
Parkland Town Hall Meeting
ATA Airlines Files Bankruptcy
Thursday, April 3, 2008 @7:29am CST
ATA Airlines has ceased all flights as it files for bankruptcy, apologizing to its customers for the airline's "sudden shutdown," according to a company statement released Thursday.

Customers who purchased tickets from ATA using a credit card should contact their credit card provider directly for more information about how to obtain a refund for unused tickets, ATA said. Customers who purchased tickets from Southwest Airlines for flights operated by ATA should contact Southwest at (800) 308-5037 for more information.

"It's Not Extra Attention... It's Stalking."
Reported by: Jenny Gastwirth WCIA 3
Monday, March 31, 2008 @9:08pm CST
In a few weeks, some groups on campus are holding a workshop for women called "It's not extra attention.. it's stalking." They want to get women armed with information.

Money Smart Week 2008
Reported by: Jenny Gastwirth WCIA 3
Sunday, March 30, 2008 @8:15pm CST
Local banks, businesses and schools will offer a weeks worth of free classes to help consumers learn how to manage their personal finances.
Water Grants
Thursday, March 27, 2008 @3:04pm CST
Illinois American Water wants to give you money to help make our water better.
Density #2
Wednesday, March 26, 2008 @7:52am CST
Teaching Lab Specalist And R.E.A.C.T. Program Director From The U Of I Jesse Miller shows us a lava lamp demonstration in density.

Density #1
Wednesday, March 26, 2008 @7:51am CST
Teaching Lab Specalist And R.E.A.C.T. Program Director From The U Of I Jesse Miller shows us a Coke vs. Diet Coke experiment in density.
E-mail Scam Targets Busey Customers
Reported by: Glenn Wilson / WCIA 3 News
Monday, March 24, 2008 @8:35pm CST
An e-mail scam is trying to get your credit card numbers.
Power Bill Help
Reported by: Nancy Foreman / WCIA 3 News
Monday, March 24, 2008 @7:18pm CST
Ameren plans to disconnect customers behind on their bills.
Tax Relief
Reported by: Betty Simpson/WCIA-3 News
Monday, March 24, 2008 @12:30pm CST
Tax Relief for Iroquois & Livinston Flood Victims
Virtual Easter Eggs
Friday, March 21, 2008 @4:29am CST
Dye Your Easter Eggs Without the Mess
Online Auction for Homes
Thursday, March 20, 2008 @10:19pm CST
A new website is selling new homes on the auction block.
Toxic Toys
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 @4:41pm CST
Illinois PIRG Organization studies the level of Phtalates in toys.
The organization found about half of kids toys contain this chemical that's said to be dangerous.
Tax Return
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 @3:25pm CST
As part of the President's economic stimulus plan the IRS is making it easy for you to figure out when you are getting your tax rebate.
Cathode Ray Tubes
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 @7:27am CST
Jesse Miller, U of I Teaching Lab Specialist shows us cathode ray tubes and tells us how technology has evolved.
Fluorescent lightbulbs
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 @7:08am CST
Jesse Miller, U of I Teaching Lab Specialist shows us the science behind fluorescent lightbulbs.
Workplace Ergonomics
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 @7:07am CST
Dr. Clint Jackson of Jackson Chiropractic tells us how to combat injuries caused by too much time spent sitting at a desk.
FEMA Flood Help
Tuesday, March 18, 2008 @7:11am CST
Central Illinois experienced first hand the devestating effects of flooding with all the snow fall this winter.
Some people in Watseka without flood insurance lost everything.
David Maurstad, FEMA's Flood Insurance Administrator
tells us more.