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5 months ago

Dial-a-Carol brings holiday cheer to the University of Illinois students and community

Since its inception in the 1960s, Dial-A-Carol has seen students from all over the world dialing in to request their favorite holiday songs.

Local

5 months ago

Commerce Commission says ‘winter disconnection rule’ in effect

Power cannot be disconnected between December 1 and March 31, says the ICC.

Agriculture

5 months ago

Pork Producers make food bank donation for holidays

More than fifty tons of processed pork will help make the season bright.

Local

5 months ago

Gold Star Christmas tree revealed

Illinois’ Gold Star Christmas tree is lit.

This house near 6th and Cedar Streets in Springfield was destroyed by fire.

Local

5 months ago

House ‘total loss’ following Monday morning fire

The home was vacant. A cause was not disclosed.

Holiday Guide

5 months ago

6 tips to help you handle your first holiday party

Here are some pointers those new to holiday hosting can employ to simplify the process and enjoy the holidays a little more.

Holiday Guide

5 months ago

Officials urge fire-safe decorating as holiday season begins

With hundreds of decoration-related fires reported annually, experts share simple steps to keep homes festive and safe.

A lottery ticket might be a better gift than socks.

Holiday Guide

5 months ago

Survey reveals what Illinoisans really want — and don’t want — this holiday season

One of the biggest takeaways is that re-gifting appears to be more accepted than ever.

Ceili Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

Pet of the Week

5 months ago

Meet Ceili — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

A “sweet senior girl” who loves attention!

Pet of the Week

5 months ago

Meet Crackles — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

A rare “snuggletooth tiger”!

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Local

9 hours ago

Downtown Springfield filled with celebration during PrideFest 2026

“It brings a gathering place to the community,” Geist said. “Sometimes in smaller areas, it can be hard to see all the pride around here, but having a festival for it, it’s just one big gathering place.”

Local

4 hours ago

Jacksonville businesses lose power after storms snap utility pole, potential funnel cloud spotted

NWS: Funnel cloud spotted east of Jacksonville.

IL State News

5 hours ago

Tech giants sued over ‘stealing’ voices of well-known journalists, voice actors to train AI

The 9 Class actions filed under Illinois’ strongest-in-nation biometric data privacy law.

Local

8 hours ago

Springfield hospitals honors healthcare workers during Healthcare Week

Healthcare workers across the Springfield area are being recognized this week as hospitals celebrate Healthcare Week and the people who keep medical systems running around the clock.

Sports

5 hours ago

Cardinals manager Marmol buys tickets for fans to continue shirtless revelry at Busch Stadium

“Last night’s atmosphere was electric. Let’s run it back this weekend,” Marmol said in a social media post. “I’ll buy tickets for fans who want to sit in the right field Loge and bring the energy.”