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One bite. No cure. The tick-borne disease that turns meat lovers into vegetarians - whether they like it or not. Photo credit: Depositphotos.
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Tick-borne diseases skyrocket. Protect yourself before it’s too late

Lone star ticks, once considered a Southern problem, have now expanded into the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest.

Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, speaks with a colleague in the Illinois House on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jade Aubrey)
IL State News
1 year ago
Lawmakers moving forward on public defender reform

Bill in the Illinois Senate would create a statewide public defender’s office.

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

Luke may be almost a year old, but he’s still a kitten at heart! This playful little guy is full of energy and loves interactive fun—whether it’s chasing a wand toy or popping bubbles mid-air, Luke is always up for a game.

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

Meet Ace, the tennis ball-obsessed 2-year-old pit bull mix who’s ready to bring endless fun and love into your life!

Crime
1 year ago
Bicyclist injured after being hit by stolen ambulance in Springfield

The ambulance, according to the police, was stolen from the ambulance bay at HSHS St. John’s Hospital. 

Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D- Glen Ellyn, speaks to a House colleague shortly after making a speech on April 11, 2025, in favor of her bill creating new homeschool oversight in Illinois. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Education
1 year ago
Homeschool bill stalls in Illinois House, but sponsor says it’s still alive

The bill’s future is uncertain as it draws fierce opposition from homeschool families, a threat against its sponsor prompting a police investigation and shaky support from Democrats.

Galinda
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Galinda – Our Friends of SCACAC Dog of the Week

Galinda is a sweet natured, easy going girl who is about two years old.

Rick Woldenberg, CEO of Learning Resources, an educational toy company whose products are manufactured in China, stands at a warehouse in Vernon Hills, Ill., Friday, April 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Business
1 year ago
Trump’s China tariff shocks US importers. One Illinois CEO calls it ‘end of days’

Woldenberg reckons that will push Learning Resource’s tariff bill from $2.3 million last year to $100.2 million in 2025.

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Local
1 year ago
Pay it forward with CWLP

You can make a payment as a gift to cover all or part of a customer’s CWLP bill.

Things to Do in Springfield
Local
1 year ago
WEEKEND RUNDOWN: Things to do in Springfield this weekend!

Looking for something to do this weekend in Springfield? From theater and live music to flowers and Easter eggs, we’ve got you covered.