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Thanks to donors and the HSHS St. John's Hospital Foundation, parents of Children's Hospital patients got to "shop" for Christmas presents, many of which were in this conference room.

2 weeks ago

St. John’s Foundation doesn’t stop after Christmas

Giving helps make HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital technology -- and even Christmas -- possible for patients.

A tornado caused damage in Long Creek Sunday.

2 weeks ago

Potential tornadoes touch down in Macon County during volatile weather Sunday

At least two tornadoes in the area, followed by plummeting temperatures.

A screenshot of a video taken by the Wells family after Mercedes Wells gave birth to a baby, following being discharged from a hospital.

2 weeks ago

Mother’s traumatic labor experience sparks call for maternal health reform

Kelly's health bill would require all hospitals to have a safe labor discharge plan, among other things.

The Illinois State Capitol is pictured in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

2 weeks ago

New laws: Illinois expands job-protected leave for parents with newborns in NICU

Laws also address AI in hiring, workplace transparency, organ donation leave, more.

A van hit the Baskin Robbins at MacArthur Blvd. and Laurel Tuesday afternoon.

2 weeks ago

Baskin Robbins rebuilding on South MacArthur

A grand opening will be held in the Spring or Summer.

ECHL

2 weeks ago

Work stoppage halts ECHL, Bloomington Bison games

A strike notice was served earlier this week.

Springfield Police squad

2 weeks ago

Springfield resident arrested on drug, gun charges

Drugs, a gun, and cash allegedly found in the suspect's home.

Former U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, in green to the right in the photo, takes part in a beam signing ceremony for the new Sangamon County Transportation Center.

2 weeks ago

Republicans praise Davis on transportation center help; Davis says effort was bipartisan

Davis: "Extreme bipartisan support" is what made the project happen.

Legends Entertainment, near the new Scheels Sports Park, remains under construction.

2 weeks ago

Restaurants announced for Legends Entertainment Complex

Construction on the complex continues.

2 weeks ago

New Illinois laws bring major changes for workers, consumers, and businesses in 2026

From AI in hiring to healthcare coverage, new laws impact workers, consumers, and businesses.

A person fills out a Powerball lottery ticket on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)

2 weeks ago

Christmas Eve winner in Arkansas lands a $1.817 billion Powerball lottery jackpot

The prize followed 46 consecutive drawings in which no one matched all six numbers.

Flu

2 weeks ago

Health experts urge vaccination and staying home when sick as flu activity increases

“We notice nationwide that when there’s viral activity on the coasts, it will eventually find its way into every part of the area, which includes Central Illinois.”

Carjacking

2 weeks ago

ISP shares safety tips as vehicle hijackings remain a threat

"A car can be replaced. Your life cannot," Billingsley said. 

African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.

2 weeks ago

Kwanzaa brings communities together

African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.

2 weeks ago

U.S. Chamber of Commerce optimistic about small business outlook next year

According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, small businesses employ nearly half the entire American workforce.

Water leaks

3 weeks ago

Harristown receives $1 million to replace aging water lines

Work will begin likely next year.

An aerial look at a data center.

3 weeks ago

There’s more than one data center planned for the region

A data center project could be taken up by officials in Logan County in January -- same as the proposed CyrusOne project in Sangamon County.

Daniel Davis

3 weeks ago

Springfield man accused of having child porn

Daniel Davis, 48, remained jailed as of Wednesday afternoon.

Can you help identifying this man who set fire to Carter's Fish Market early Sunday?

3 weeks ago

Crime of the Week: Help identify suspect in weekend arson

$25K in damage done to Carter's Fish Market.

Powerball

3 weeks ago

Powerball jackpot reaches $1.7 billion for Wednesday drawing

Illinois players celebrate big wins while eyeing record-breaking holiday prize.

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