Scales of justice
Crime
11 months ago
Springfield man charged with threatening president Biden, other officials

Jacob Sterr, 36, allegedly made the threats on X late last month.

Local
11 months ago
SIU School of Medicine’s annual “Shoes That Fit” event at Enos Elementary School

Around 20 students received a new pair of shoes today.

Gold Star Christmas Tree at ALPLM
Local
11 months ago
Gold Star Christmas tree a symbol of “life, love and hope” at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

The tree was decorated by Gold Star Families with personalized ornaments commemorating each Illinois hero who lost their life in combat.

Clyde Bunch
Local
11 months ago
Longest-serving Sangamon County Board member Clyde Bunch dies at 88

“He was the board’s living link to its past who never lost his focus on providing for the future.”
– Sangamon County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter

Assault rifle
Local
11 months ago
Appeals court keeps Illinois’ assault weapons ban in place

7th Circuit blocks, for now, lower court’s order that held the law unconstitutional.

Cereal rye cover crop
Agriculture
11 months ago
Illinois agriculture program offers savings for cover crops

The program offers a discount of up to $5 per acre on crop insurance for cover crops planted in fall 2024 and insured in 2025.

Arthur - Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
11 months ago
Meet Arthur – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week

Big orange tabbies are known all over the world for being snuggly, lovable sweethearts, and Arthur is no exception.

Local
11 months ago
Holiday Happenings: Check out fun & festive activities for the holidays

Check out our guide for holiday events that will get you in the festive spirit!

Road closed sign
Local
11 months ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Ninth Street closure for water main repairs

The affected lanes will remain closed until road surface repairs are completed.