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1 week ago in Business, Crime, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
New laws: Illinois’ grocery tax to end, aquifer protections begin
Bills regulating reservation apps, single-use plastics to take effect Jan. 1
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Fun times for tourists and locals in Springfield begin January 3
Amy Beadle from Visit Springfield has a fun list of activities beginning in January.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Donelan looks forward to budget process
Gregory says someone else should get a chance to chair budget hearings.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
New Year’s Eve tradition: First Night Springfield
Arts celebration throughout downtown Wednesday afternoon and evening.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Long Creek family rebuilding after EF-2 tornado rips off roof
"My son was standing in the hallway and screamed, 'Mom!' extremely loud. Half of the roof [was] already off the house," Futrell said.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, ZZZ App Top Stories
Father, son restore iconic piece of country music history
"I just fell in love with it — just the story, the provenance behind this car," Mike said.
2 weeks ago in Crime, Food Scene, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Oysters, crab and $400,000 worth of lobster meat stolen in New England
Lobster meat destined for Costco stores in Illinois and Minnesota was stolen by a fraudulent trucking company, according to the broker who arranged the pickup.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois beats Tennessee in the Music City Bowl to keep Big Ten undefeated this bowl season
“We don’t have to read about other years anymore," Bielema said. “I think people usually either read about history or write history, and this group’s writing history and I think we’ll continue to do that.”
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Fatal Tuesday afternoon crash investigated
The victim's name is not yet being released.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
The 20 most competitive housing markets in Illinois
Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the most competitive housing markets in Illinois, and Springfield is among them.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois Secretary of State warns residents about phishing scam
Scams sent via text message; ILSOS doesn't send text messages, except appointment reminders.
2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local
New public health laws set to take effect in 2026
Maternal health and overdoses are among the areas covered.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Staunton restaurant owner headed for deportation
Attorney says attempts to stay deportation action rejected .
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Trump administration sues Illinois over state law limiting federal immigration actions
State law allows residents to sue federal agents who violate their constitutional rights.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Southern Illinois player wins $250,000 iLottery jackpot after accidental purchase
Johnston City woman's mistake leads to life-changing win on Illinois Lottery's Magnificent Multiplier game.
2 weeks ago in Sports
In the NBA, 2025 might go down as the year of the injured. Nikola Jokic joined that club at the end
Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton is going to miss the entire season because of the torn Achilles he suffered in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Boston's Jayson Tatum — who hopes otherwise — might also miss the whole season after tearing his Achilles in the playoffs last spring.
2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Farm, Holiday Guide, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? Here’s some alternatives to the landfill
According to the Nature Conservancy, some 10 million live Christmas trees end up in landfills every year.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Chevy Chase is under the spotlight in a new documentary, warts and all — and he’s OK with it
Insulting the director who is making a documentary about you might not be the most diplomatic of choices. Then again, Chevy Chase has never been very diplomatic.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Bears defense tries to rebound after struggling against 49ers
The Bears try to avenge a 52-21 loss they had in Week 2 at Detroit against the Lions (8-8), who have lost three straight.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Out with the old: With 2026 nigh, here’s some wide-ranging intel on managing transitions
It's that time — December's waning days, when we prepare to turn the calendar page. Many Americans take stock, review goals accomplished and unmet, ponder hopes and plans. How's our health? What's up with our money? What about the country? Will the coming year look like the departing one year, or be something entirely different? Are we ready?
