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The Salvation Army building in Springfield on Clear Lake Ave.

3 weeks ago

Donut Day happens Friday, brings awareness to Salvation Army

A donut eating contest supporting the Salvation Army is scheduled for Friday, June 5.

Illinois currently has 18 members in the College Football Hall of Fame, including Dana Howard (2018) and Moe Gardner (2022).

3 weeks ago

Illinois greats Kevin Hardy and Simeon Rice on 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Former Fighting Illini stars could join 18 others already enshrined in the hall.

Military veteran with disability meeting with psychologist for therapy session, rehabilitation and PTSD symptoms healing. Therapist counseling soldier in wheelchair, listening, writing notes

3 weeks ago

Illinois veteran’s agency promotes PTSD awareness and treatment resources

Department releases public service announcements during PTSD Awareness Month to encourage veterans and others to seek help.

Man in a suit sits at a wooden desk in a formal government chamber, while colleagues chat in the background near an American flag.

3 weeks ago

McClure reviews legislative session

Rx bill is among his accomplishments.

FILE-A Springfield Fire truck.

3 weeks ago

Downtown Springfield apartment fire under investigation

Authorities say they were able to keep the apartment fire from spreading.

Car crash

3 weeks ago

‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ ramps up for teen drivers

According to AAA statistics, nearly one-third of all teen driving deaths in 2024 occurred between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Members of the Springfield NAACP and "The Outlet" speak to the District 186 School Board Monday night.

3 weeks ago

‘The Outlet’ to take over Springfield alternative expulsion program from NAACP

It's being described as a way to get expelled students back on a path to graduation.

Ambulance

3 weeks ago

UPDATE: Man dead after motorcycle versus truck accident in Springfield

An accident near downtown Springfield killed a 77-year-old man.

Supporters of the rideshare union bill celebrate in the Senate gallery after the bill passed on the floor. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert.)

3 weeks ago

Rideshare drivers could unionize in Illinois under bill passed by General Assembly

Drivers say they want better wages, an ability to set rules and to address punishments.

Politician at podium giving press conference with group of officials behind him in a formal government chamber, cameras recording nearby. Silence, flag and painting in background.

3 weeks ago

Pritzker touts wins; reporters ask about Bears instead

Stadium authority bill lacked support in House; budget came together amid "extraordinary uncertainty.”

Sen Elgie Sims, D-Chicago, debates Sen. Dave Syverson, R-Cherry Valley, on the Senate floor before the chamber approved the fiscal year 2027 budget. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Schools to get funding increase, but less than some had urged

Budget fully funds 10th year of EBF; restores property tax relief grants.

Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, argues for the Reproductive Health Privacy Act, which would protect Illinois abortion patients from out-of-state retaliation, on the floor of the House on Sunday, May 31, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Lawmakers pass bill to shield abortion information from digital medical records

The measure seeks to protect abortion patients in Illinois from out-of-state retaliation.

Sen. Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago, speaks on the floor on Thursday, May 28. Villanueva led negotiations on this bill for several years. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert.)

3 weeks ago

Property tax debt sale reform will allow homeowners to keep more of their equity

Illinois lawmakers pass bill to bring state into compliance with 2023 Supreme Court decision.

Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, and Sen. Ram Villivalam, D-Chicago, speak at a rally for the POWER Act, a bill regulating data centers, about the bill’s next steps after the session ends. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

3 weeks ago

POWER Act data center regulation didn’t move forward this spring

As measure falters, sponsors call for halting tax credit that was passed in 2019.

Soldier Field

3 weeks ago

Chicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives

"We will provide an update when we have a decision to share,” the team said in its statement.

3 weeks ago

McCrady talks tourism and data center project

Ryan McCrady, CEO of The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance stopped by The WTAX Morning NewsWatch

People decorated their cars with messages highlighting the history of Black Lives Matter before taking part in a procession through the city.

3 weeks ago

Annual Black Lives Matter procession continues tradition of advocacy and unity

People decorated their cars with messages highlighting the history of Black Lives Matter before taking part in a procession through the city.

Tick Walking on Human Skin Seeking Place to Feed on Blood

3 weeks ago

Health officials warn central IL residents to watch out for ticks this summer

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, ticks can spread illnesses including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, alpha-gal syndrome and ehrlichiosis.

The former Sangamo Club in downtown Springfield is about to have a new owner.

3 weeks ago

Former Sangamo Club could become housing –SBJ

Asking price for the former Sangamo Club was around $600,000.

Man in a dark suit and light blue polka-dot tie speaks at a microphone in a formal chamber.

3 weeks ago

Illinois lawmakers fail to pass Bears bill despite goal line push

Senate approves bill aimed at addressing concerns, but House punts the issue.

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