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Will Stevenson

Will is the host of the WTAX Morning Newswatch, and is also the Editor-in-Chief of CapitolCityNow.com. He has won numerous awards from the Illinois News Broadcasters Association, Illinois Associated Press, and Illinois Broadcasters Association for his work over the past nearly 25 years. He has more than three decades of experience as a broadcaster.

Maria Genovese (left) and Daniel Gregg were arrested September 18 after allegedly breaking into, and causing damage at, Viper Mine.
Crime
9 months ago
New drone helps catch two people accused of breaking into Viper Mine

Viper Mine recently closed, but had $80,000 in damage done to it from the suspected break-in.

Police lights
Local
9 months ago
UPDATE: Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle in Springfield

Not many details about the accident have been released.

Former Governor Jim Edgar's funeral was at Central Baptist Church in Springfield.
Local
9 months ago
A bipartisan showing at Former Gov. Jim Edgar’s funeral, just the way he would have wanted

Stang called Edgar “a truly remarkable individual”  — sentiments echoed by the political leaders and family members who spoke.

Chatham Jaycees Oktoberfest
Fall Guide
10 months ago
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Chatham

Everything you’d expect from Oktoberfest…right down to lederhosen!

Crime
10 months ago
Man arrested for knife incident involving woman at Walgreens

Malcolm Hill, 35, was arrested on charges of aggravated battery, unlawful use of a weapon, and aggravated assault.  Court records indicate Hill also faces a misdemeanor battery charge.

Gov. JB Pritzker is pictured in Chicago on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
10 months ago
Pritzker to MSNBC: Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel is ‘dangerous’

“Everybody should be saying that ABC should reverse their decision,” said Pritzker. 

Education
10 months ago
Head of SIU Med to retire next year

Dr. Jerry Kruse will retire “on or about August 31, 2026.”

Pillsbury Plant in Springfield, IL
History
10 months ago
Pillsbury demolition begins Thursday at 10am — for real this time

“The big crane and wrecking ball are ready to go!”

Members of the public and members of the Massey Commission discussed some of the commission's recommendations Monday night in small groups.
Local
10 months ago
Recommendations from Massey Commission on economic disparities, mental health, remembering past bad acts

Some recommendations surrounded improved economic development, improved crisis response, and a commemorative plaque, among others.

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