Jane Cochran

Editor in Chief

Camp Compass
Education
1 year ago
Compass for Kids receives national recognition for summer learning program

The camp, a partnership with District 186 and the United Way of Central Illinois, has over 1,000 campers enrolled this summer.

Local
1 year ago
Dawson man found dead in structure fire

A 63-year-old man from Dawson was pronounced dead after being found in a structure fire on Walnut Street, according to Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon.

Humphrey's Market
Food Scene
1 year ago
Neighborhood grocer has been a cherished part of Springfield community for over 90 years

What began as a modest home with a storefront on Springfield’s east side in the 1930s has grown to span nearly a full city block at South 15th Street and East Laurel Street.  

New LHS location
Education
1 year ago
Lutheran High School to build new school off Chatham Road

Lutheran High School has announced plans to purchase land from Cherry Hills Church for a new school.

Homicide on Post Oak Court
Crime
1 year ago
Autopsy results released for couple found in Post Oak Court home

Renee Terry and Robert Terry, Jr. were found deceased in their home Thursday morning.

Downtown Springfield with Capitol in the distance
Local
1 year ago
Weekend Weather Outlook: Sunny and Hot

It’s shaping up to be a hot and sunny weekend in Central Illinois

Morris Day
Entertainment
1 year ago
Morris Day to perform free concert in Springfield for Juneteenth Celebration

The lead singer of The Time is known for hits like “The Bird” and “Jungle Love”. He also appeared in Prince’s movie “Purple Rain”. 

Homicide on Post Oak Court
Crime
1 year ago
Homicide investigation underway as two are found dead in west side Springfield home

Springfield police have initiated a homicide investigation after a man and woman were found deceased at a home in the 1800 block of Post Oak Court.

Mobile DMV
Local
1 year ago
Illinois DMV is hitting the road with mobile units

The first Mobile DMV will launch in Chicago this month and three more units will start holding events across the state later this summer.

Carbon capture 10 MW Large Pilot carbon capture project at CWLP's Dallman Unit 4.
Business
1 year ago
Ribbon cutting at CWLP carbon capture project a sign of progress

One of the world’s largest carbon capture pilots is getting closer to beginning operation in Springfield.

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