History
1 year ago
Race riot site could be national monument

Biden administration in town to hear testimony

WDBR Top 5
Music
1 year ago
WDBR Top 5

Here are the five hottest songs in the Capital City this week from 103.7 WDBR

Warehouse fire in Illiopolis
Local
1 year ago
Fire destroys building near Illiopolis

The district estimates that 200,000 gallons of water were used to fight the fire.

James Beard Award - entry
Food Scene
1 year ago
An eclectic mix of restaurants/chefs are vying for the coveted James Beard Awards in Chicago

More than 100 restaurants are finalists in 22 categories for the culinary world’s equivalent of the Oscars

Sun shining over field
Local
1 year ago
Workweek weather: Lots of sun with high temps in 80s and 90s midweek

Lots of sun this week with a chance for rain on Friday. Midweek temps will climb into the upper 80s and 90s.

AHA Heart Walk
Photos
1 year ago
American Heart Association’s Springfield Heart and Stroke Walk

It was a time to walk in memory or in honor of a loved one with heart disease and to support the American Heart Association

Spencer Campbell, plant clinic manager at the Morton Arboretum, answers questions about cicadas in front of a netted tree. Campbell emphasized it is important to choose proper material when netting trees vulnerable to cicadas.
Local
1 year ago
Time running out to net and protect young plants from cicada-related damage

Insect researchers are also seeking help from ‘civilian scientists’ to document cicadas statewide.

Crime
1 year ago
Warrant issued for suspect in shooting death in Jacksonville

A warrant has been issued for a suspect in the shooting death of Trenton Jackson

Cottage - APL Pet of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Pet of the Week – Meet APL’s Cottage

She thrives on exploring her surroundings and engaging in lively chats with her human companions.

Lake Springfield
Local
1 year ago
Weekend weather outlook for Springfield

Expect a nice start to the weekend with sunshine Friday afternoon and a high of 83