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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. 

1 week ago

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!"

1 week ago

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. 

1 week ago

‘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

1 week ago

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.

1 week ago

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.

1 week ago

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.

1 week ago

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.

1 week ago

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

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.

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