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Susan Boone
Local
1 year ago
Former Sangamon County Coroner Susan Boone dies at 76

Boone served as coroner for many years but resigned amid controversy in 2011.

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan leaves the Dirksen Federal Courthouse after the first day of his corruption trial on Oct. 22, 2024. Madigan indicated he will testify in his own defense on Tuesday. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Crime
1 year ago
Madigan to take witness stand in his corruption trial

Unexpected move could lengthen longtime House speaker’s case by weeks.

Rochester Rockets signs
Education
1 year ago
Rochester superintendent placed on administrative leave amid investigation

WAND TV reports receiving a letter Monday afternoon stating Rochester Superintendent Dan W. Cox has been placed under investigation.

Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Bisquick – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week

Bisquick is around 2 years old and a big love bug and all-around awesome guy.

Dog of the Week - Tina
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Tina – Our Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Tina has the unfortunate distinction of being the longest resident currently living in a kennel at Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center.

Route 66 near Illinois Capitol
National
1 year ago
I drove all 2,448 miles of Route 66. What I wish I had known before starting

Most of the original route through Illinois has been preserved, and the state has poured resources into historic Route 66 signs, informational way stations and roadside attractions.

Police lights
Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE: Springfield man dies from gunshot wounds after 50+ shots fired at vehicle

Smith died from multiple gunshot wounds shortly after arriving at HSHS St. John’s Hospital. A female was also shot during the incident.

A survey photo shows the damage to an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville following an EF3 tornado on Dec. 10, 2021. (Photo provided by the National Weather Service)
IL State News
1 year ago
Task force recommends tornado shelters in warehouse following deadly 2021 storm

Six people were killed when an EF3 tornado with 150 mph winds struck an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville on Dec. 10, 2021.

woman outside in the cold
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
What cold weather does to the body and how to protect yourself this winter

Health experts warn extreme cold – or even prolonged exposure to normal winter temperatures – can affect the heart, the brain and other vital organs.

Snow Emergency sign
Local
1 year ago
Snow Emergency extended for Springfield

Residents are required to remove all parked vehicles and avoid parking on designated snow emergency routes to ensure crews can efficiently clear the streets.