Local
12 months ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Partly cloudy and dry

Temps will warm slightly to close to 50 on Saturday and 60 on Sunday.

Planned Parenthood procedure room in Springfield, IL
Health & Wellness
12 months ago
New federal lawsuit from conservative legal group challenges Illinois abortion protections

The lawsuit seeks to prevent the state from requiring insurers to cover abortion coverage by arguing that doing so violates the First Amendment and 14th Amendment rights of its plaintiffs.

Jussie Smollett
Crime
12 months ago
Jussie Smollett’s conviction in 2019 attack on himself is overturned

Smollett, who is Black and gay, told police in January 2019 that two men assaulted him in his downtown Chicago neighborhood, spouting slurs, tossing a noose around his neck, and yelling that he was in “MAGA country.”

Crime
12 months ago
Springfield woman indicted on first-degree murder charges for 2019 shooting

Police say the murder investigation required extensive department resources and involved collaboration with federal and state agencies.

Music 103.7 WDBR
12 months ago
WDBR TOP 5: Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have the biggest hit in the Capital City

Myles Smith’s “Stargazing” joins the Top 5 this week.

Lanphier High School sign
Crime
12 months ago
Two Lanphier High School students arrested after lunchroom fight, officer used taser to break up altercation

The two teens engaged in the physical altercation failed to stop after multiple commands from the officer.

Pet of the Week
12 months ago
Meet Axel – APL Dog of the Week

Thanks to a generous sponsorship, you can adopt Axel without any adoption fee-making it the perfect time to bring this sweet pup home.

Abuela - Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
12 months ago
Meet Abuela: APL Cat of the Week

She longs for a calm and tranquil home environment where she can feel safe and secure, away from the hustle and bustle of busy households.

Sample Illinois REAL ID
Local
12 months ago
REAL ID deadline approaching: Giannoulias hosting pop-up event at Capital Airport

As of the May 7, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security will require airline passengers to present a REAL ID to board a domestic flight or enter federal buildings such as military bases and federal courts.

Groundbreaking at Rochester High School for $27.7 million in academic and athletic improvements
Education
12 months ago
Rochester High School breaks ground on $27.7 million construction project

The initiative aims to improve academic and athletic facilities while also improving security on campus.