 
	
	Things to do in Springfield this weekend: See Lynch’s pick and more!
 
	
	The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is one of the top three public institutions for international students.
 
	
	Each open house will focus on a different department and offer resources for the community.
 
	
	A popular cafe in Springfield is changing hands and getting a new name rooted in Springfield’s history.
 
	
	Lone star ticks, once considered a Southern problem, have now expanded into the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest.
 
	
	Bill in the Illinois Senate would create a statewide public defender’s office.
 
	
	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.
 
	
	Meet Ace, the tennis ball-obsessed 2-year-old pit bull mix who’s ready to bring endless fun and love into your life!
 
	
	The ambulance, according to the police, was stolen from the ambulance bay at HSHS St. John’s Hospital.
 
	
	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.