Lifestyle
2 days ago
How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too
Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.
2 days ago
Common car noises and what they might be indicating
Figuring out the issue can prevent further damage.
3 days ago
Springfield museum celebrates 100 years of Route 66
The museum and restaurant opened eight years ago, transforming what was once a condemned Stuckey’s restaurant into an international attraction.
4 days ago
Weight loss – small steps, whole foods, and getting support can make a big difference
Developing one habit at a time and making small changes can help goals become long term success.
5 days ago
Girl Scout cookie sales are officially underway — including this year’s new flavor
Order online, or find a cookie seller in your area!
6 days ago
My Heart’s Downtown is designed to make you fall in love with Downtown Springfield all over again
My Heart's Downtown is a family-friendly event to celebrate local businesses and bring people back to Downtown Springfield.
6 days ago
Logan County receives $465k grant for Route 66 tourism
The grant is part of the City of Lincoln and Logan County's plan to beef up Route 66 attractions ahead of the 2026 tourism season.
1 week ago
February is ‘Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month’
Studie show 1 in 3 teens are victims of dating abuse and violence and aren't even aware.
1 week ago
‘Passport to Illinois’ now available as America’s 250’s birthday begins
56 areas and pieces of history are featured -- including Springfield.
1 week ago
Route 66 Centennial celebrations officially underway
Springfield is getting a share of $4 million in grants to help fund Route 66 100th anniversary celebrations.
1 week ago
Country star Bailey Zimmerman, an Illinois native, to perform at Illinois State Fair
The fair announced Tuesday that Bailey Zimmerman will be the headlining grandstand act on "Ag Day" at the fair.
1 week ago
What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections
It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.
1 week ago
Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate
Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.
1 week ago
Meet ‘Present’ & ‘Yesterday’ — Meow Mobile Cats of the Week
"...fabulously friendly brothers" -- two orange cats!
1 week ago
Meet Enzo — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
Enzo has been at the shelter for awhile and is ready for a permanent home!
1 week ago
Hottest Februarys in Illinois since 1895
Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Februarys in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information
1 week ago
How manufactured housing prices have changed in Illinois
Freddie Mac crunched the numbers on how manufactured housing prices have changed in Illinois.
2 weeks ago
Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns
Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.
2 weeks ago
With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners
McDonald's is based in Illinois.
