Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, speaks with a colleague in the Illinois House on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jade Aubrey)
IL State News
7 months ago
Lawmakers moving forward on public defender reform

Bill in the Illinois Senate would create a statewide public defender’s office.

Crime of the Week
Crime
7 months ago
Crime of the Week: Break-in at Long John Silver’s

The break-in occurred around 1 a.m. on April 6.

Luke - APL Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
7 months ago
Meet Luke – APL Cat of the Week

Luke may be almost a year old, but he’s still a kitten at heart! This playful little guy is full of energy and loves interactive fun—whether it’s chasing a wand toy or popping bubbles mid-air, Luke is always up for a game.

ACE - APL Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
7 months ago
Meet Ace – APL Dog of the Week

Meet Ace, the tennis ball-obsessed 2-year-old pit bull mix who’s ready to bring endless fun and love into your life!

Local
7 months ago
Springfield alderman critical of Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) At Tuesday night’s Springfield City Council meeting, several Alderman […]

MMR Vacine
Health & Wellness
7 months ago
IDPH launches measles simulator with local school vaccination data

Sandburg Elementary has lowest vaccination rate among District 186 schools, according to IDPH data. See vaccination rates of schools throughout the state.

Old prescription bottles in medicine cabinet
Local
7 months ago
Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office hosts Drug Take Back Day

The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office is teaming up with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.

Crime
7 months ago
Bicyclist injured after being hit by stolen ambulance in Springfield

The ambulance, according to the police, was stolen from the ambulance bay at HSHS St. John’s Hospital. 

Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D- Glen Ellyn, speaks to a House colleague shortly after making a speech on April 11, 2025, in favor of her bill creating new homeschool oversight in Illinois. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Education
7 months ago
Homeschool bill stalls in Illinois House, but sponsor says it’s still alive

The bill’s future is uncertain as it draws fierce opposition from homeschool families, a threat against its sponsor prompting a police investigation and shaky support from Democrats.

Local
7 months ago
Springfield Fire Chief Ed Canny announces May retirement

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW)—Springfield Fire Chief Edward Canny and Mayor Misty Buscher announced […]