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Local
1 year ago
Sheriff releases video showing staff’s resuscitation efforts on unresponsive inmate

“The released video confirms that all appropriate actions were taken by correctional staff.” – Sheriff Paula Crouch

President Donald Trump shakes hands with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
National
1 year ago
Trump’s transportation department cancels new review step that could’ve slowed state projects

The rescinded requirement sparked concern that some payments for roads, bridges and transit would be delayed or even halted due to policy differences.

John Lord
Crime
1 year ago
Springfield man found guilty of sexually assaulting 6-year-old

The girl was six years old at the time of the investigation.

Getman
Crime
1 year ago
New York duo arrested in Springfield for attempted murder plot targeting woman’s father

Emily E. Getman, 21, and Dylan A. Romer, 29, were taken into custody near Sangamon Avenue and Dirksen Parkway.

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Local
1 year ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Sunny and cooler

Cooler for Saturday and Sunday

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks with reporters during a news conference at University of Chicago Medicine Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
1 year ago
Pritzker says federal funds still being withheld; warns of further spending cuts

770K Illinoisans could lose health coverage under GOP federal budget plan.

Jolene - APL Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Jolene – APL Cat of the Week

This laid-back kitty is easygoing, and she loves to relax and watch the world go by.

Zeke - APL Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Zeke – APL Dog of the Week

Zeke is a 2-year-old retriever-lab mix with a heart full of energy and a personality that shines!

UIS Athletics
Sports
1 year ago
This Week in UIS Athletics

This week’s home highlights include basketball’s final pair of conference doubleheaders, featuring Student Life Night on Thursday and Senior Day on Saturday. Softball also hosts the 2025 Springfield Invite, its annual home tournament.

Crime Stoppers
Crime
1 year ago
Springfield police seek woman accused of using stolen credit cards for $7,000 in purchases

On Feb. 7, officers received a report of a stolen wallet and $7,000 in fraudulent credit card charges.