The ongoing drought means weeks of lake levels dropping across central Illinois, but the recent rain has been good news.

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Each week, hundreds of people launch their boats and soak up the sun on Lake Decatur. But having fun and following the rules have to go hand-in-hand. That’s where 12 Lake Patrol ...

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - For those prepping to brave the cold, Decatur's Polar Plunge will make its return this weekend. The plunge will take place at noon on Saturday, March 7, on Lake Decatur Beach.

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Lake Decatur’s water level is continuing to drop, and the City of Decatur is now implementing stricter water rationing measures. Central Illinois has seen below-average rainfall ...

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Decatur has provided information on road closures, parking rules and more ahead of the Hardy’s Race for the Lake event this weekend. The event, which takes place ...

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Sean Bowsher and Nikki Harnack joined WCIA’s Mitchell Rife to talk about the upcoming Hardy’s Race for the Lake event. Hardy’s Race for the Lake will take place from June 7-8 at ...

DECATUR — The city of Decatur is advising Lake Decatur dock owners to check and adjust their docks and boat hoists as necessary due to the lake level gradually decreasing as a result of below normal ...

Another round of Council Connections was held on Monday in Decatur. Concerned citizens shared their thoughts with city leaders on the effects of CO2, storage and Lake Decatur. Winter storm warning as ...

Affordable living meets lakeside charm in Decatur, Illinois. Explore parks, shows, dining, and easygoing streets without big-city costs.

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — In 2024, teenagers vandalized Decatur’s September 11th Memorial and stole an artifact that was ...