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3 days ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Local, Music, National

‘A home for hope’: Obama Presidential Center christened in grand opening ceremony

Former President Barack Obama speaks during the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center, Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jon Cherry)

The project, under construction on Chicago’s southside since 2021, will open its doors to the public on Friday.

4 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Music

Bus Stop is latest attempt for a downtown bar

Friends raising beer mugs in a toast at a bar or restaurant, foam on top and warm lighting in the background.

The building at Fifth and Monroe was most recently Whiskey Jack's.

6 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music

It’s time to get ‘All Shook Up’

It's time to get "All Shook Up" Out at The Muni this weekend! Stars of the show, Actor Madi Sweeney and Dancer Bri'ara McKinney stopped by the WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming performance!

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

Taylor Swift becomes the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36

Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night at age 36. "It was instinctual. No one taught me how to do it," she said of songwriting through a raspy voice she attributed to screaming along to the night's performances and Wednesday night's historic NBA game between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs.

2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, Farm, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Music

Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday

Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday with rides, livestock shows, and family entertainment.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

Tom Irwin’s latest song is about the Mother Road

Older man with glasses and a white beard stands inside a rustic eatery, hand on chest, with a weathered red sign behind him and outdoor picnic tables visible outside.

"Route 66 Runs Right through It All."

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands

A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Local, Music

‘Mamma Mia!’ takes the stage at The Muni

Performances the next two weekends at The Muni.

Lifestyle

29 minutes ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Step right up to the newest exhibit at the ALPLM

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Some of the artifacts tied to the history of the circus in Petersburg that will be on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

While Petersburg is tied to Abraham Lincoln history, it's also tied to circus history.

4 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, National, Sports

Best draft picks in Chicago Bulls history

Front view of the United Center exterior with tall colorful banners along the facade, a spacious parking lot, and green trees against a blue sky.

Stacker compiled a list of the best draft picks in Chicago Bulls history

1 day ago in Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local

Memorial therapist says simple steps help people stay active

Garrisson said setting realistic goals is key for people trying to become more active

3 days ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

Downtown Springfield becomes the starting line for the 2,300-mile long Great Race

The busy weekend kicked off with a downtown drone show celebrating Juneteenth and the arrival of the Great Race. Dahl called the event a success and credited cooperation among city, state and federal partners.

3 days ago in Agriculture, Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Sweet corn, stone fruit and strong opinions: What Instacart orders reveal about Illinois’ summer produce season

Halved peach with bright orange flesh and red pit on a metal platter, surrounded by whole peaches in a still life setting.

Instacart reports on how summer produce preferences in Illinois compare with the rest of the country.

4 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Music

Bus Stop is latest attempt for a downtown bar

The building at Fifth and Monroe was most recently Whiskey Jack's.

4 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

In the Shawnee: Alpha-gal syndrome poses threat to southern Illinoisans as tick population surges

A lone star tick crawls on southern Illinois University zoology professor Agustín Jiménez’s hand on April 13, 2026, in Thompson Woods in Carbondale, Illinois. (Photo by Riley Sembler)

The condition can trigger, among other things, severe allergic reactions to eating red meat.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Diablo — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Diablo -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

"A solid dude."

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29 minutes ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Step right up to the newest exhibit at the ALPLM

Fresh

While Petersburg is tied to Abraham Lincoln history, it's also tied to circus history.

3 days ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

Downtown Springfield becomes the starting line for the 2,300-mile long Great Race

3 days ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Local, Music, National

‘A home for hope’: Obama Presidential Center christened in grand opening ceremony

The project, under construction on Chicago’s southside since 2021, will open its doors to the public on Friday.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Former child actor Daveigh Chase, ‘The Ring’ villain and Lilo voice, dies at 35

Former child actor Daveigh Chase, known for her youthful voice in Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" and her villainous performance in the thriller "The Ring," has died. She was 35.

4 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Music

Bus Stop is latest attempt for a downtown bar

The building at Fifth and Monroe was most recently Whiskey Jack's.

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21 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Nokomis officer relieved from shift after reported incident, internal review underway

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The mayor says it was in reference to an incident at Casey's.

29 minutes ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Step right up to the newest exhibit at the ALPLM

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While Petersburg is tied to Abraham Lincoln history, it's also tied to circus history.

50 minutes ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Gas prices fall in Illinois over last week

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Springfield gas prices range from $3.73 to $3.89 a gallon, according to GasBuddy.

3 hours ago in Business, Local

Data center-related repeal; public still skeptical of Springfield council

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Commenter says "tech bro buikkuibaures" covet CWLP connections to the grid.

6 hours ago in IL State News, Local

2 dead, 5 hospitalized from severe weather in Jefferson County

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said three homes were destroyed after a tornado reportedly touched down in the northeastern part of Jefferson County.