Rhea -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
4 weeks ago
Meet Rhea — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

We recently featured Rhea’s mother, Wren.

Kathy Salvi speaks to supporters at the 2022 Illinois State Fair in Springfield as a candidate for U.S. Senate. Salvi was elected chair of the Illinois Republican Party in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
4 weeks ago
Which Republicans are seeking statewide office in 2026? So far, hardly any

Politicians set to gather at State Fair this week, unofficially kicking off 2026 election season.

2024 Illinois State Fair Grandstand Avenue
Local
4 weeks ago
State Fair announces Twilight Parade winners

Many Springfield-based winners of Twilight Parade awards.

Duke -- the Animal Protective League Dog of the Week!
Pet of the Week
4 weeks ago
Meet Duke — APL Dog of the Week

Affectionate, and may be a bit of a loner, but still a good boy!

The contents of a time capsule discovered at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.
History
4 weeks ago
Taylorville Memorial Hospital cracks open time capsule for public viewing

The time capsule contains a history of the TMH’s precursor, St. Vincent Hospital, including photographs of the facility in 1940 and 1953.

Left to right: Jeff Rogers, Don Craven and Anna Brugmann.
Business
4 weeks ago
Illinois newsrooms receive $4 million from state through tax credits

A law passed in 2024 was designed, in part, to fill void created by news deserts.

Sports
4 weeks ago
Chicago Bears call on state legislature to pass bill and provide momentum for suburban stadium

The Bears have the plans drawn up for the indoor stadium but need a mega bill to pass in Springfield in October to supply momentum for the construction.

Former Democratic House Speaker Michael Madigan departs the Dirksen Federal Courthouse after receiving a 7 ½-year prison sentence on corruption charges on June 13, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Crime
4 weeks ago
Judge denies ex-Speaker Madigan’s request to remain out of prison during appeal

As an Oct. 13 prison report date gets closer, Madigan hires experienced appellate team.

Michelle Pankow is the new Illinois State Fire Marshal.
Local
4 weeks ago
Michele Pankow becomes first woman to be named Illinois State Fire Marshal

“It feels strange to say it, but it’s nice for sure,” Pankow said with a smile when asked about her new title.

Kristi Noem
IL State News
4 weeks ago
DHS Secretary Noem defends ICE tactics in second Illinois visit

Many cities or states who don’t cooperate with ICE say that it discourages immigrants who’ve been victims of crimes or witnesses from coming forward.

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