Music
2 hours ago in Business, Education, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, Music, National
Saga Communications, University of Florida, announce ‘landmark’ partnership
Partnership expands commercial sales, strengthens student opportunities, and advances the future of local broadcasting
6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees’ legacy and D’Angelo
On Friday, Hill will bring her Diaspora Calling! festival to the U.K. for the first time, marking 10 years since its inaugural edition in Brooklyn. The event, hosted by Dave Chappelle and featuring performances by Erykah Badu, YG Marley, Zion Marley, Giggs, Fireboy DML and other artists, will be held at The National Bowl in nearby Milton Keynes.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Pray for Hayes live in Chatham this weekend
Pray for Hayes is a big music festival taking place in Chatham this weekend
1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Know before you go to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand
The following measures have been put in place to protect all fairgoers.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Space for music on late-night TV has dwindled. New media seeks to offer an alternative
When CBS ended "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" earlier this year, it also shuttered the program's robust music offerings — a major blow for artists whose television platform was already dwindling.
3 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Music, National
Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical and will take a break from the public eye
Grande's next concert is Monday in Chicago.
3 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Symphony at Motorheads?
Things to do include the usual and the unusual.
7 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.
Lifestyle
1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Pray for Hayes live in Chatham this weekend
Pray for Hayes is a big music festival taking place in Chatham this weekend
1 day ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National
Springfield, Illinois mid-year housing market review
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on the housing marking in 2026 in Springfield, IL.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Know before you go to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand
The following measures have been put in place to protect all fairgoers.
1 day ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Dana-Thomas House has volunteer opportunities
An open house is Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies
Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West
Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies
Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.
3 days ago in Automotive Repair Expert, Lifestyle, Local
Why more Springfield drivers are choosing Law Automotive for complete vehicle care
Springfield-area drivers count on Law Automotive.
Entertainment News
2 hours ago in Business, Education, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, Music, National
Saga Communications, University of Florida, announce ‘landmark’ partnership
Partnership expands commercial sales, strengthens student opportunities, and advances the future of local broadcasting
6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees’ legacy and D’Angelo
On Friday, Hill will bring her Diaspora Calling! festival to the U.K. for the first time, marking 10 years since its inaugural edition in Brooklyn. The event, hosted by Dave Chappelle and featuring performances by Erykah Badu, YG Marley, Zion Marley, Giggs, Fireboy DML and other artists, will be held at The National Bowl in nearby Milton Keynes.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Pray for Hayes live in Chatham this weekend
Pray for Hayes is a big music festival taking place in Chatham this weekend
1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Know before you go to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand
The following measures have been put in place to protect all fairgoers.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Space for music on late-night TV has dwindled. New media seeks to offer an alternative
When CBS ended "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" earlier this year, it also shuttered the program's robust music offerings — a major blow for artists whose television platform was already dwindling.
Local News from Capitol City Now
60 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Ammons commission gets started
The first main order of business is to check with the U.S. attorney.
2 hours ago in Business, Education, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, Music, National
Saga Communications, University of Florida, announce ‘landmark’ partnership
Partnership expands commercial sales, strengthens student opportunities, and advances the future of local broadcasting
6 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local
Teachers prepare new school building after tornado damages Meridian Elementary
Major painted a mural in a new space in the school that said: "Good Things Happen Here." It stands as a reminder that even though students will be in the school for one year, that year will be important.
Man charged with aggravated battery of a child after infant dies in Christian County
An investigation found that the fall could not have caused all the injuries.
7 hours ago in Local
Alderman spars with Springfield Mayor over cannabis grants and who’s in charge
Discussion centered around the city's Cannabis Grant Program.
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Ariana Grande on decision to withdraw from the public eye: ‘Not a reactive or impulsive thing’
Ariana Grande chose to "clear the air about a few things" during her concert Monday night, following the news that she will be taking a break from being in the public eye after the conclusion of her "Eternal Sunshine" tour.