4 days ago in Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘Girl Brunch’ combines fun, fundraising for BGCCIL

The organization is launching Girl Brunch, a "high-energy women's event" combining shopping, brunch, and a sing-along dance party.

4 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield man arrested on several child sexual assault charges

Jeremy S. Lafleur was arrested on March 19 on six counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child.

4 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Decatur man accused of using AI to produce explicit images of underage girl

The sworn statement said that the photos were modified using AI to make her appear fully nude. 

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

Meet Noodle — APL Cat of the Week

Noodle "turns into a total lovebug."

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Sally — APL Dog of the Week

Playful, and a "zest for life!"

4 days ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

University funding overhaul bill advances in House despite U of I opposition

Legislation would create a need-based formula for universities similar to one used for K-12 schools.

4 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Police shut down illegal dental office in Granite City operated by immigrants

The cash-only operation came to light after a patient complained about a root canal gone bad.

4 days ago in Business, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Junk fees, child torture, tipped wage proposals among bills to clear committee

More than 150 measures have moved thus far as House deadline approaches.

4 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Bulls guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith will miss the rest of the season because of injuries

The Bulls are 12th in the Eastern Conference at 29-43.

4 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Second baseman Nico Hoerner agrees to 6-year deal with Cubs, AP source says

Hoerner was a key performer last year as Chicago won 92 games and reached the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

4 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois clamps down on Houston for a 65-55 March Madness win to reach Elite Eight

Illinois gets the rebounding it needed.

4 days ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Local for-profit newspapers become not-for-profits next week

A number of print publications across the country are becoming not-for-profit entities.

4 days ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

4 days ago in Sports, Trending

Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

4 days ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

4 days ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

New leader for Downtown Springfield, Inc.

Jay Shanle has been interim executive director since February.

4 days ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, Food Scene, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Rising fertilizer costs could negatively effect local famers

If prices continue to rise, this could cause a problem in next year's growing season.

5 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Republican senators: Help businesses, keep our kids in IL

Their theme: Don't leave here. Live here!

5 days ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Man dead after ‘tragic accident’ at Springfield golf course

"It was a shocking piece of news -- terrible and shocking," said Chief Patrick Murphy.