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Decatur Police Chief Shane Brandel and Sheriff Jim Root discussed at a business luncheon how the no cash bail legislation and law enforcement strategies have impacted crime trends, with a focus on decreasing violent crime and operational improvements.

The 2025 St Teresa Mega Raffle begins, offering a $100,000 grand prize, with Byers & Co podcast featuring discussions on the raffle's impact on school programs and scholarships.

A brother and sister from Decatur were sentenced to 24 and 30 years in federal prison, respectively, for kidnapping a local businessman in 2022 and demanding a $400,000 ransom.

Brian R. Lewis of Decatur, Illinois, was sentenced to 63 months in prison for possession of child pornography, with a subsequent six years of supervised release and a mandate to pay restitution to victims.

The Macon County Sheriff's Office warns residents about increasingly sophisticated phone scams impersonating law enforcement to demand payments.

After over a decade, arrests were made in the 2011 murder of Caleb Witty in Decatur, with the court case against the suspects still unfolding.

Multiple law enforcement agencies conducted an operation at a downtown Decatur apartment, detaining at least two people and removing several boxes.

Illinois Republican lawmakers express concerns over a Democratic bill aiming to introduce state oversight for homeschooling, requiring parents to notify school districts and verify educational credentials.

Mardi Paws Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Decatur

The Humane Society of Decatur is hosting a Mardi Paws fundraiser featuring live music and snacks to support local animal welfare.

Alice in Wonderland Jr - A Journey Through Wonderland

Alice navigates the whimsical world of Wonderland in this vibrant retelling featuring beloved characters and music from the Disney classic.

All American Circus

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Decatur Civic Center — $20 Adults, $8 Children — Experience the thrill of the circus with fun for the whole family!