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3 weeks ago
Replacing Mendoza: Candidates vie to be state’s first new comptroller in a decade
Margaret Croke, Bryan Drew share different visions for office’s transparency, oversight.
3 weeks ago
Open house for prospective UIS students, families coming soon
The University of Illinois Springfield is hosting an open house for curious students interested in going to college.
3 weeks ago
Head Start preschools serve parents, too. Under Trump, advocates fear that will change
Last month, President Donald Trump’s administration proposed gutting Head Start regulations that spell out how programs must support families with financial, education or housing concerns.
3 weeks ago
Man found dead near Alma Mater Statue on U of I campus identified
Police said there is no threat to the campus community after the body was discovered early Monday morning.
3 weeks ago
Bailey hopes to keep Choate Mental Health Center open
Gov. Pritzker says Illinois should move away from state-owned developmental centers.
3 weeks ago
As early voting begins, officials seek to reassure public about election security, integrity
Mail balloting goes forward as normal after Trump’s failed attempt to federalize the process.
4 weeks ago
Harlem Globetrotters to return to Springfield
It's part of the Globetrotters' new "Rivalry Tour."
4 weeks ago
Greater Springfield Chamber CEO talks Shoes, Brews, & Biz and more
After a weekend of fun here in Springfield, from car shows to a Cozy Dog eating contest. Where does Springfield go from here?
4 weeks ago
Springfield nonprofit cuts ribbon on new building for women in recovery
Wooden It Be Lovely moves into former Temple Israel building.
4 weeks ago
Lights, camera, tax credits!
Illinois lawmakers give big boost to movie industry while academics claim the Hollywood giveaway is a bad deal for taxpayers.
4 weeks ago
Bobby Hauck out after 4 games as Illinois defensive coordinator; unit ranks near bottom in stats
Bielema had hired the former Montana head coach to replace Aaron Henry, who left to be co-defensive coordinator at Notre Dame.
4 weeks ago
Pritzker demands data center regulations during veto session
POWER Act failed to move before spring session ended.
4 weeks ago
This year’s International Route 66 Mother Road Festival was the biggest ever
Parts of 14 downtown blocks were closed for all the cars that participated.
4 weeks ago
Lesko, Turner square off in a debate Sunday and on the ballot Nov. 3
Lesko won't say who will get his vote for governor, while Turner enthusiastically backs incumbent Pritzker.
4 weeks ago
Appointed Sangamon County sheriff faces challenger
Democrat Bell, Republican Crouch debated Sunday.
4 weeks ago
Citizens admonish Sangamon Co mental health board
Citizens call for evening meetings and remind the board to remember the community's problems with race.
4 weeks ago
How much does memory care cost in Illinois?
A Place for Mom reports on memory care costs in Illinois and across the country.
4 weeks ago
Springfield Fire Department honors 3 firefighters with Hometown Hero Award
Driver engineer Devin Gilman and firefighters Pete Miller and Firefighter Nick Saccaro were recognized this week for their quick thinking, sound judgment and exceptional teamwork under extreme conditions.
4 weeks ago
25 years ablaze: SIU’s ‘Fire Dawgs’ inspires land management careers
More than 1,000 students have completed the program over the past quarter century.
