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2 weeks ago

Big Ten leaders approve a rule limiting schools’ involvement in setting up third-party NIL deals

The Senate passed the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act by a wide margin Sept. 28 and it now awaits a vote in the House of Representatives, which is scheduled to reconvene Nov. 9.

2 weeks ago

The type of lung cancer the Pope had can be treated here in Springfield

the awareness to the health of your lungs is necessary

2 weeks ago

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying credit card thief

On October 14, two women had their wallets stolen while shopping in Springfield.

2 weeks ago

Lincoln Land Community College swears in new therapy dog ‘Pawfficer’

Everest will help provide comfort, reduce stress and connect with students and staff on campus.

2 weeks ago

Final countdown for Illinois governor’s race

Bailey family stops in Springfield, Pritzker picks up endorsements.

2 weeks ago

ICE is reportedly in Springfield

A naturalized citizen says he has his passport on him.

2 weeks ago

Another Springfield cop faces DUI charge

Lt. Charles Peters is charged.

2 weeks ago

Ground ceremonially broken on $16M Sangamon County building remodel/expansion

The expansion will allow for more services and a better workflow.

2 weeks ago

Bailey’s ‘Blueprint for Victory’ brings campaign toward the end

GOP nominee for governor says voter turnout was a big problem for him in 2022.

2 weeks ago

Lieutenant Governor candidate Mitchell: I’m not your average Chicago politician

Mitchell says he'd be more public-facing as lieutenant governor, than he was as deputy governor.

2 weeks ago

McCarty, Josh Langfelder are final-day filers in Springfield

Ex-city budget chief seeks mayor's office; ex-county recorder runs for clerk.

2 weeks ago

Arrest made in Sunday night blaze

Several citations had previously been issued to the occupant of the residence over the past six months related to illegal burning.

2 weeks ago

State says it will keep 25 mental health beds at Choate, expand regional jobs

While IDHS backs off full closure, Southern Illinois lawmakers call the plan 'inadequate'.

2 weeks ago

Budzinski: Checks and balances are needed for Trump administration

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Nikki Budzinski is looking for another term as Illinois’ 13th District Congresswoman in next…

2 weeks ago

Mike Murphy talks about upcoming events with the chamber

With the events continuing all around Springfield. The Chamber continues the fun

2 weeks ago

Rural Springfield resident arrested on child porn-related charges

According to court records, Gregory A. McDonald, 36, faces six felony counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material. 

2 weeks ago

IL Lottery reports another jackpot year

The year was Number One in sales and Number Four in net income to the state.

2 weeks ago

Bret Bielema’s father passed away

"I was grateful to go see him on Thursday night and Friday morning of this past week and spend a memorable last time with him."

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