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Severe weather
National
2 weeks ago
Fast-moving storms batter the Midwest, flooding streets and stranding commuters

“The greatest area of concern is across central Missouri into southern Illinois and into southeast Missouri,” Evan Bentley, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, said on X.

Blue police barrier with white stencil text: 'POLICE LINE - DO NOT CROSS' and 'CHICAGO POLICE DEPT'; police cars in background indicating a crime scene or checkpoint.
Crime
2 weeks ago
Suspect in shooting of 2 Chicago officers allegedly pulled handgun from under blanket at hospital

“This shooting was a stark and heartbreaking reminder of the dangers our officers face all too often on this job,” the superintendent said.

severe weather
Local
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Monday morning storms cause little damage in Springfield area; Round 2 possible with Tornado Watch in effect

Gusty winds, some downed trees and power lines, and large hail was reported.

An Illinois State Police car is pictured outside the Illinois Capitol in Springfield during an event in 2022. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
2 weeks ago
Autopsy conducted on man who died after being hit by ISP squad car

Charles Henderson died from “multiple blunt force injuries.”

Washington, D.C.
Local
2 weeks ago
Chamber, SSGA go to Washington

The CEO Of the Greater Chamber of Commerce, Mike Murphy was on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss the Community Fly-in to Washington DC and other tops in the community.

Local
2 weeks ago
Route 66 anniversary, other events throughout May

Get your kicks on RT 66…Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield was on The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming RT66 100th Anniversary Events that are happening right here in the capitol city…

Night crime scene
Crime
2 weeks ago
Clinton man in custody; wife was beaten to death

Nicholas Smith, 35, is accused.

Wooden letter tiles spell the word 'TRUANCY' on a dark textured background.
Local
2 weeks ago
Local schools combat truancy

Sangamon County truancy court returns.

SPC Risk
Local
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: National Weather Service: Severe weather possible Monday throughout almost all of Illinois

How strong a second round of storms is Monday depends on the first round of storms, says forecasters.

Bruno -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
3 weeks ago
Meet Bruno — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Friendly and social, Bruno gives lots of kisses!

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