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Man in a dark suit and blue tie speaks at a podium with a sign reading 'Investing in Our Capital City' in Springfield, Illinois, flanked by flags and lockers in the background.

3 hours ago

Pritzker to tour storm damage

The governor is frustrated with FEMA and adds Trump is not credible on Chicago violence.

Baseball field with infield dirt, green grass, and empty stands under a clear blue sky, viewed from the dugout area behind a chain-link fence.

7 hours ago

Lucky Horseshoes welcome legends and pro baseball women

Legends Game 5 took place this past Saturday Night! Live from Robin Roberts Stadium. Stars of tomorrow got to meet the stars of yesterday right on the ball field. Former Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinal players took the field with Lucky Horseshoe players and the newly announced Women's Pro Baseball League.

A Nokomis Police squad car.

7 hours ago

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

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

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.

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Step right up to the newest exhibit at the ALPLM

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

8 hours ago

Gas prices fall in Illinois over last week

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

A data center.

10 hours ago

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

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

Storm clouds over Springfield, IL.

12 hours ago

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.

Aerial view of a large building complex with parking lots and surrounding trees.

13 hours ago

Southeast fieldhouse coming soon to District 186 construction calendar

The three Springfield public high schools will share the fieldhouse.

2 days ago

Memorial therapist says simple steps help people stay active

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

Seven tornadoes hit western and central Illinois Wednesday, June 17, according to the National Weather Service in Lincon, as seen on this map.

2 days ago

NWS: Second tornado in Springfield in a week last Wednesday, one of seven in region

Tornadoes also reported in Blue Mound, Pawnee, elsewhere.

Diesel fuel nozzle inserted into a yellow van's fuel tank at a station

3 days ago

Springfield schools business manager: When bidding out bus fuel, it’s all about the markup

The sellers' profit margins are really what are up for bid.

"The Great Race"

3 days ago

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.

Back-to-school scene: yellow school bus with books, an apple, clock, and pencils on top against a teal background.

3 days ago

Registration for next school year in Springfield already underway

District 186 talks registration and supplies.

A scene at the station where SNAP users can swipe their EBT card for Link Match vouchers at the Logan Square Farmers Market in Chicago (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Molly A. Wallace)

3 days ago

Federal cuts are hitting Illinois food assistance recipients — and the farmers who feed them

Changes to SNAP eligibility are cutting benefits for hundreds of thousands of Illinois residents and hurting small farmers who support them.

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

4 days ago

‘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.

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

4 days ago

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

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

Meridian Elementary School in Blue Mound suffered damage in Wednesday's severe weather.

4 days ago

Severe storm causes extensive damage to elementary school

As rain continued after the roof was damaged, water poured into the building.

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

4 days ago

Bus Stop is latest attempt for a downtown bar

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

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)

4 days ago

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

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

The Dirksen Federal Courthouse in Chicago. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

4 days ago

‘No one can credibly investigate themselves’: Now-cleared ‘Broadview Six’ protesters request special prosecutor

DOJ commits to paying former defendants’ attorneys’ fees as case fallout continues.

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