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Route 66 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds
Local
2 hours ago
It’s time to run Route 66

Tourism Chief, Scott Dahl, guest runner for the 5k, Dean Karnazes, and a part of the festivities, Alex Klymco all “ran” to the WTAX Morning Newswatch to tell Will Stevenson all about the fun!

Local
11 hours ago
Woman dead after Springfield accident Thursday

The collision occurred near the intersection of South 7th Street and East Laurel.

Man in a navy suit delivers a speech at a wooden podium, with an American flag to the left and a blue curtain backdrop.
IL State News
24 hours ago
Alexi’s e-bike legislation passes

The goal is not only safety, but also for laws to keep up.

This trolley is used to provide tours of historic sites in Springfield that's part of the "History Comes Alive" program.
Local
1 day ago
‘History Comes Alive’ returns to Springfield for 17th season

One of Springfield’s signature summer programs is back for its 17th year, bringing the city’s rich history to life through interactive tours, performances and educational experiences.

Pope Leo XIV speaks to Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican. Frerichs returned $8.65 of the Pope’s own money from the state’s unclaimed property system. (Photo courtesy of Treasurer Mike Frerichs’ Twitter account)
Local
1 day ago
Illinois treasurer’s gift to Pope Leo? $8.65 of pontiff’s own money

Robert Prevost had money in unclaimed property from closed PayPal account.

Gregory Gilmore is the new U.S. Attorney for the Central District of Illinois.
Local
1 day ago
New U.S. Attorney for Springfield, Central Illinois sworn in

Gregory Gilmore was given his oath Monday.

Titianna Ammons
Crime
1 day ago
Former Champaign Co. board member indicted by federal grand jury for COVID unemployment benefit fraud

Ammons is the daughter of State Representative Carol Ammons and Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons.

Hand for drinking water to live through drought, Concept drought and crisis environment.
Local
1 day ago
Climate trends contributing to more severe drought conditions across Illinois

“Poor planning of water resources can actually generate more frequent drought conditions,” Ford said.

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