UIS
Education
10 months ago
University of Illinois Springfield expands in-state tuition program for out-of-state students

UIS undergraduate students from the newly added counties will see a nearly 50% reduction in tuition.

The colonnade at UIS
Education
10 months ago
Agreement reached for non-tenure track faculty at UIS

The deal was struck after a 10-hour bargaining session Tuesday and an all-day negotiation Wednesday, narrowly avoiding a planned strike.

Officer Reidy and K-9 Duke
Local
10 months ago
Springfield Police Department welcomes new K-9 Duke

Duke is a dual-purpose canine undergoing training in narcotics detection and suspect apprehension.

Education
10 months ago
Many eyes on home school bill

Sponsor: IL now has no regulations of home schooling

Pet of the Week
10 months ago
Meet Harriett – APL Cat of the Week

Harriett came to the APL with her three kittens. She was a wonderful mom and is now ready for a home of her own.

Pet of the Week
10 months ago
Meet Spuds – APL Dog of the Week

Spuds loves to play and run, but he’s also known for his affectionate snuggles.

Local
10 months ago
Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site to receive $8M for improvements

Lincoln’s New Salem, one of 56 state historic sites managed by IDNR, attracted 374,418 visitors in 2024 and 359,950 visitors in 2023. 

IL State News
10 months ago
“Four Tops” brief IL Chamber

Is this the year Illinois applies a sales tax to services?

prom dresses on rack
Local
10 months ago
Springfield nonprofit helps hundreds of girls attend prom with free dress giveaway

The organization realized some girls weren’t going to prom because a dress was financially out of reach.

Radar
Local
10 months ago
SEVERE WEATHER: Wind Advisory & Red Flag Warning in effect

Strong winds and dry conditions are expected across the region today.