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From left, Southern Illinois University System President Dan Mahony, along with Chicago State University President “Z” Scott, Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule, and Western Illinois University President Kristi Mindrup testify before a Senate committee in favor of a bill creating a new funding formula for the state’s public universities. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Education
2 months ago
U of I System will be raising tuition for 2026

Freshman admitted to the Fall of 2026 academic year will see slightly higher tuitions than those from last year.

Budget Cuts
Business
2 months ago
City Council discusses the budget for the next fiscal year

The next fiscal year’s budget is undergoing hearings, the final hearing prior to decision is next week on January 22

Elderly Man Sick with the Flu
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Memorial Health Hospitals notice a surge in Influenza cases

Influenza cases have been on the rise since Thanksgiving.

An improvement in your mindset could lead to being successful at fitness.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Expert: The pathway to a healthier you begins in the mind

Mental Health Specialist, Cheri Harrison, explains how to build and maintain healthy habits, starting with your mind state.

Education
2 months ago
U of I President to step down in 2027

University of Illinois Systems President, Tim Killeen, to step down in 2027

Lincoln Land Community College Professional Development Institute
Education
3 months ago
LLCC launches Professional Development Institute

Lincoln Land Community College now offers a variety of professional development programs.

McKenna Vereeke, Miss Capital City
Local
3 months ago
Miss Capital City is looking to become Miss Illinois

McKenna Vereeke wants to be Miss Illinois and also a psychiatrist.

Sports
3 months ago
Some Cardinals players will make special appearance at UIS

The 2026 Cardinals Caravan will be at the upcoming UIS game on Saturday, Jan 17.

Local
3 months ago
Fun times for tourists and locals in Springfield begin January 3

Amy Beadle from Visit Springfield has a fun list of activities beginning in January.

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza's office
Local
3 months ago
Comptroller says 2025 successes include pre-paid pensions and higher credit ratings for the State of Illinois

Susana Mendoza, IL State Comptroller, spoke on pre-paid pension payments and higher credit ratings for IL.