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2 weeks ago

‘Rookie of the Year’ star to be at Lucky Horseshoes’ ‘Legends Classic’

Thomas Ian Nicholas will both pitch and perform in his band.

2 weeks ago

New president selected for Lincoln Land Community College

Curt Oldfield is current president of Spoon River College, and will replace Charlotte Warren at Lincoln Land Community College.

2 weeks ago

Ald. Gregory calls Ald. Carlson a “clown” and a “racist”

Ald. Gregory says Blacks are left out as council gives Growth Alliance $250K.

2 weeks ago

Giannoulias launches e-bike safety awareness campaign, calls for legislative action regulating high-speed vehicles

The Democrat said the micromobility industry is booming, but the number of crashes and tragedies is also rising.

2 weeks ago

Coldest Februarys in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Februarys in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

2 weeks ago

Residents voice concerns as Moweaqua examines village overtime costs

"The way the ordinance reads, and the system are not matching," Chairman Beth Hayden said.

2 weeks ago

Diane Rutledge has passed away

Ex-District 186 superintendent was named First Citizen three months ago.

2 weeks ago

Deputy hospitalized after shooting in Peoria identified, suspect arrested

Larry Bell, 51, allegedly shot Deputy Jack Evans.

2 weeks ago

Two arrested after shooting in Taylorville

Shooting and standoff with Taylorville Police happened early Monday.

2 weeks ago

Child care funding freeze could worsen shortage in Illinois, providers say

Illinois already has too few providers and many rely on funding from federal programs.

2 weeks ago

District 186 prepares to ‘displace’ teachers

"Nobody's losing their job," says Gill.

2 weeks ago

Pritzker drops $5M to boost Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in Senate race

Krishnamoorthi gives $33,000 to immigrant advocacy groups after receiving controversial donation.

2 weeks ago

Election ’26: 4 Democrats seeking to replace Mendoza as Illinois comptroller

Candidates offer various approaches to job with some pledging bold legislative agenda.

2 weeks ago

Thousands travel to Illinois for abortion care, advocates say access still limited

The American Civil Liberties Union found that 1 in 4 people nationwide traveled to Illinois for abortion care.

2 weeks ago

American Heart Month highlights effects of alcohol on heart health

Heart disease remains the number one killer in the United States.

2 weeks ago

Celebrating the new superintendent

District 186 appoints Jordan by unanimous vote.

2 weeks ago

Lincoln Library celebrates its 140th birthday

Cake, history, and a time capsule from 1976 will be opened, all to celebrate the 140th birthday of the Springfield Public Library.

2 weeks ago

The Land of Lincoln Honor Flight will be coming up soon

Get your applications in soon so you can reserve your spot.

2 weeks ago

White Sox are counting on Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to add pop to their lineup

Chicago expects Murakami, who turns 26 on Monday, to deliver in a big way after signing a $34 million, two-year contract in late December.

2 weeks ago

Cavs acquire Ellis and Schroder in 3-team trade with Kings and Bulls, AP source says

A person familiar with the trade said Saturday night that the Chicago Bulls will get forward Dario Saric from Sacramento along with two second-round picks.

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