Will Stevenson

WTAX Morning Newswatch Host & CapitolCityNow.com Editor-in-Chief

The downtown Springfield Christmas tree was officially illuminated Wednesday night.
Local
3 months ago
This tree is lit: Downtown Christmas tree is on for the holidays

There are more lights on this year’s tree.

The University of Illinois Springfield unveils jerseys for the new women's flag football program, that will start in 2027.
Sports
3 months ago
Women’s flag football coming to UIS

The first season will be in 2027.

A press conference was held Wednesday at Navy Pier in Chicago to outline how Illinois will mark America's 250th birthday.
History
3 months ago
Plans in the works for Illinois to mark America’s 250th birthday

History, art, natural beauty, and more will be part of the state celebration.

property tax
Education
3 months ago
District 186 Board approves property tax levy request

The request, and resulting increase, is tied to an increase in the Consumer Price Index.

Education
3 months ago
Dist. 186 in early talks about building elementary school at UIS, consolidating three schools

Nothing is final, but the move would involve consolidating three elementary schools on the south side into one facility.

Prairie Farms fat free milk
IL State News
3 months ago
Prairie Farms recalls fat free milk over cleaning agent concern

The milk was sold in parts of Illinois and Wisconsin, but not likely in Springfield.

FILE-A Springfield Fire truck.
Local
3 months ago
Three rescued from central Springfield apartment fire

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

More than 8.5 inches of snow fell in the Springfield area by Sunday morning.
Local
3 months ago
UPDATE: Up to ten inches of snow fell in parts of Springfield area Saturday

More than 8.5 inches in Springfield, 10 inches in Jacksonville.

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