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3 weeks ago
‘One of America’s most beloved legacy brands’ is looking at locating in Springfield
HoneyBaked Ham is looking at opening more locations in a number of states, including Illinois.
3 weeks ago
‘More than just a road’: Illinois communities celebrate Route 66’s centennial (WITH PHOTOS)
Museums, diners and roadside attractions spruce up as the ‘Mother Road’ turns 100.
3 weeks ago
Remembering the fallen
One line-of-duty death is still one too many, says fire marshal spokesman.
3 weeks ago
Illinois earns top emergency preparedness ranking, jumping from middle to high performance tier
Illinois has earned a top-tier emergency preparedness ranking from Trust for America's Health, jumping from the middle performance category in 2025 to high performance in 2026.
3 weeks ago
New basketball court at Boys and Girls Clubs location means more than just play
Local officials cut a ribbon Monday on a new basketball court at the club location near 15th and Monroe.
3 weeks ago
“Rolling Laughs” hits the road this weekend
"Rolling Laughs" is the new mobile open mic venue!
3 weeks ago
As Illinoisans lose federal food assistance, independent grocers face debt, store closure
Without SNAP benefits, recipients could lose spending power, hurting local businesses.
3 weeks ago
How do data centers benefit the places where they’re built? Local mayors give mixed reviews
From taxes and community investment to water and energy depletion, data centers are a polarizing force.
3 weeks ago
Springfield police chief emphasizes wellness
A new gym, nutrition classes, and even yoga are part of it.
3 weeks ago
Shootout ends in suspect hospitalized, explosion near Peoria
During the incident, police said an explosion happened and a fire started in the unit the suspect was shooting from.
3 weeks ago
This kind of smoke alarm is not enough
A bill would outlaw the sale of detectors which do not have a sealed ten-year battery.
3 weeks ago
Goodbye, downtown Springfield parking meters
The parking meters being removed haven't had to be paid since 2020.
3 weeks ago
Free skin cancer screenings coming to Springfield
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but health experts say it is also one of the most preventable.
3 weeks ago
Buscher launches re-election campaign
Big Labor gives mayor big start toward re-election.
4 weeks ago
Ridgely Elementary students honored in Illinois State Fair postcard contest
Students at Ridgely Elementary School were recognized during a special assembly celebrating young artists selected in the annual Illinois State Fair Postcard Contest.
4 weeks ago
IL House GOP continues to talk property taxes
Rep Ugaste: Mega project bill shows Gov. Pritzker, legislative Dems are starting to catch on.
4 weeks ago
UIUC postpones finals and assignments amid widespread Canvas cybersecurity breach
University among thousands affected as vendor investigates data exposure impacting student access to coursework.
