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1 week ago
Lawsuit leads to release of federal funding for EV chargers in Illinois
Attorney general sued for release of grant funding allocated by Biden-era law.
1 week ago
Clinton woman killed in DeWitt County crash identified
Schmidt was pronounced dead at the scene at 9:05 p.m.
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Beni Harmony: WICS is trying to silence me
"Thank you for pushing the story out there and telling the truth. That's all Charlie would have wanted."
1 week ago
Pillsbury demolition begins Thursday at 10am — for real this time
"The big crane and wrecking ball are ready to go!"
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Sally Turner named Legislator of the Year by organization
IACVAC cited Turner's legislative work, particularly Senate Bill 39 which made veteran housing more affordable, that improves the lives of veterans statewide, according to the release.
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‘We are not backing down’: Feds ramp up immigration raids in Chicago area
President renews speculation on sending National Guard to the city as well
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Drivers urged to slow down and stay alert during harvest
Drivers can expect to see more farm equipment traveling between the fields in the weeks ahead.
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Oversight panel objects to new Illinois prison mail policy
Lawmakers accuse DOC of moving too slowly, poor communications.
1 week ago
First West Nile-Related Death reported in Cook County
Lab testing has confirmed that West Nile virus was a factor in the resident's death.
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How to make CapitolCityNow your preferred news source on Google (step-by-step)
Google now lets you pick favorite news sites, so their stories show up more often in Top stories and a “From your sources” section. Here’s the fastest way to add CapitolCityNow.
1 week ago
Our Region Our Vision Future Growth Plan survey
You can help shape the future of the area.
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Springfield Police in the hot seat again this week at City Council
At issue is the alleged anti-police behavior of Coalition member and Intricate Minds founder Tiara Standage toward police during a September 2024 protest.
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There are no problems at the Sangamon County Jail right now, despite internet rumors
Internet postings suggested problems that county officials say don't exist.
1 week ago
Recommendations from Massey Commission on economic disparities, mental health, remembering past bad acts
Some recommendations surrounded improved economic development, improved crisis response, and a commemorative plaque, among others.
1 week ago
How are school fights supposed to be handled, like the one that got a District 186 admin put on leave?
Chris Hampsey was put on administrative leave.
1 week ago
Crouch signs ’10 Shared Principles’ with NAACP
"I am proud to sign these principles alongside the NAACP as a pledge to work hand-in-hand with our community to continue building confidence in how we serve.”
1 week ago
Flu season is upon us
The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is offering flu vaccines starting September 23, at their main Springfield location at 2833 South Grand Avenue East.
1 week ago
As ICE and DHS enter Chicago, Pritzker says Trump is ‘losing it’
"You can't take anything that he says seriously," said Pritzker, to reporters in Oak Park Tuesday.
1 week ago
Decatur City Manager announces resignation
No reason was given for Gleason's pending departure.
1 week ago
Massey Commission shares final recommendations for change following Sonya’s death
Police-related recommendations, and improved race relations, were heavy on the committee's minds Monday night.