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Chicago White Sox's Munetaka Murakami bats during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres Sunday, May 3, 2026, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Sports
1 month ago
Nearly half of Munetaka Murakami’s hits have been homers. It takes a lot to sustain that

The 26-year-old infielder from Japan is tied with Aaron Judge for the major league lead with 13 home runs.

Weather
Local
1 month ago
A UIS professor researching water, heat, and the impacts on cities

Their research shows that shaded areas in urban environments can be up to 36 degrees cooler.

Veterans attend a ceremony at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield.
Local
1 month ago
Dozens gather to honor fallen veterans at Springfield cemetery

“I ask that you remember and sacrifice some suffering endured by their families and loved ones,” said a Gold Star family member.

Ambulance
Local
1 month ago
1 hurt in 2-vehicle crash in Sangamon County

Dust storm may be to blame.

Changes in federal eligibility rules for aid programs like SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, could create new budget pressures for Illinois school districts that serve large numbers of low-income students. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Local
1 month ago
Illinois State Board of Education wants to revamp how it counts low-income students

Number of families receiving federal benefits such as Medicaid and SNAP is declining.

State Sen. Adriene Johnson talks to Planned Parenthood Illinois Action lobbyist Michael Zirir during a Senate committee hearing on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Local
1 month ago
Senate committee passes bill to protect prescription info for trans, abortion patients

The bill would exclude certain prescriptions from a statewide database.

A demonstrator holds a sign reading, “We are NOT the gas company’s ATM!” at a protest held by consumer, environmental and community activists on Jan. 6, 2026. The group was criticizing Peoples Gas’ filing that sought to raise gas delivery rates in 2027. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
Business
1 month ago
Peoples Gas customers to see minor credits after settlement with AG’s office

The $125 million agreement is expected to credit customers $40-50 annually for the next three years.

Ambulance
Local
1 month ago
Springfield ambulance service in limbo, faces possibility of leaving city

Springfield Fire Chief Nick Zummo says the potential departure could impact how ambulance coverage is structured across the city.

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer stands in front of a dilapidated detention facility gate.
Crime
1 month ago
ICE agents arrest 4 in Shelbyville during ‘targeted enforcement’

“ICE remains committed to enforcing federal immigration laws and protecting public safety through targeted enforcement actions.”

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