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2 weeks ago

City may seek voters’ opinion on landlord registry

Also: Redpath taken to hospital mid-meeting.

2 weeks ago

UIS Visual Art Gallery hosts silent auction to mark 50 years

The U.I.S. is celebrating its visual art gallery's 50th year with an online silent auction. The in-person exhibition will be December 1 to December 4

2 weeks ago

Don’t cry: Women’s pro baseball announcement here soon

New league, Lucky Horseshoes parent will visit ALPLM Nov. 17.

2 weeks ago

Bailey to stay in governor’s race following family tragedy

The decision came after ‘a lot of prayer and reflection,’ Bailey told his supporters.

3 weeks ago

Want something fun to do this weekend? Head down to White Oaks Mall from 10 to 1 this Saturday November 15 to have a blast

The Springfield Salvation Army is hosting an epic event for the whole family at White Oaks Mall Saturday from 10am to 1pm

3 weeks ago

Veterans Day parade

Attending the parade is "a little bit that we can do."

3 weeks ago

Durbin jumps onto Senate GOP-led compromise

Duckworth dislikes the deal.

3 weeks ago

The Marines: 250 years strong

"The strength of the Marine Corps is the Marine. The strength of the Marine is the Marine Corps."

3 weeks ago

A faster way to take care of all of your DMV needs is coming to back to town Friday, November 14

City of Springfield Employee? Don't have time to get to a DMV appointment? Mobile DMV returns on Friday, November 14th 2025

3 weeks ago

Hungry? The Catholic Charities and their St. John’s Breadline has you covered

If you or your family are scared of when and where your next meal will come from, then head on down to St. Johns Breadline and fear no more!

3 weeks ago

Expanded role for Rochester’s Hawkins

David Hawkins will be principal of both junior and senior high schools after Jeff Reed's retirement.

3 weeks ago

State officials urge residents to prepare for winter hazards

IEMA-OHS and National Weather Service highlight safety steps during Winter Weather Preparedness Week.

3 weeks ago

History-making senator recounts career

Carol Moseley Braun has written a book, "Trailblazer."

3 weeks ago

Gun, drug arrest

Robert Kemp, 55,, faces charges.

3 weeks ago

Moeller on SNAP, Medicaid

State is trying to help, but House health approps chair says it's all easier said than done.

3 weeks ago

RSV? What is it, who does it affect and how do you treat it?

Does the kiddo have a cough? It may be an infection of the lower respiratory system. Time to go to the pediatrician and get the little one feeling better

3 weeks ago

A smashing time

Work off some frustration, help next year's crop.

3 weeks ago

Botulism hits Illinois babies

ByHeart formula recalled.

3 weeks ago

Suspect from Springfield arrested for possession of narcotics and firearms

An investigation involving narcotic drugs, and firearms resulted in an arrest in Springfield.

3 weeks ago

Elephants, clowns, and BIG fun at the Ansar Shrine Circus

Family fun and a community backed weekend at the Ansar Shrine Circus.

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