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Dancers in traditional regalia perform at the fourth annual Native American Summit at the Illinois Capitol on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
IL State News
2 weeks ago
Culture and policy combine at Native American Summit

The event promotes Native issues and connects people to lawmakers.

Sports
2 weeks ago
White Sox activate outfielder Austin Hays from the 10-day injured list

Venable said he plans to ease Hays back into the lineup “to make sure he’s in a good spot.”

Sports
2 weeks ago
The mighty NL Central is the majors’ only division with 5 winning teams

The NL Central and NL West each had a composite record of 80-61, followed by the AL East at 73-69.

A McDonald's restaurant is visible Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Business
2 weeks ago
McDonald’s is the latest fast food chain to offer fancier drinks

McDonald’s said visual appeal — think bright colors and foams — and drinks as a form of self-expression are increasingly important to customers.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspect in Springfield hit-and-run, injuring pedestrian

Accident happened Saturday night, and the pedestrian is recovering.

Left-turn arrow painted on dark asphalt with surrounding lane markings in the background
Local
2 weeks ago
Notorious intersection could become less so

Lawrence Ave will be widened from MacArthur to Walnut.

This Sangamon Mass Transit Bus, named "Buddy," has been decorated to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Route 66.
Local
2 weeks ago
Meet ‘Buddy’, SMTD’s new Route 66-themed bus

“Buddy” will be at many Route 66 events around Springfield.

Springfield Public School Superintendent Jennifer Gill is joined by local leaders, Gov. JB Pritzker, and local student athletes Tuesday, April 28, at the ribbon-cutting for the new Scheels Sports Park.
Local
2 weeks ago
Play ball! Ribbon cut on new Scheels Sports Park

“Illinois is doing something genuinely special, and Springfield is at the heart of it.”

Man in a navy jacket speaks to reporters outside a medical clinic, microphones in front labeled Capitol City Now.
Local
2 weeks ago
Pritzker talks ISU strike, accused lawmaker, and Bears proposal during Springfield appearance

Pritzker: Bears don’t like “amusement tax” in the legislation.

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