WDBR's Sarah Smerz
Weekend Rundown
11 months ago
Looking for something fun and festive to do? Check out Smerz’s picks for the weekend!

From The Nutcracker to Zoo Lights, discover holiday events that are sure to get you in the festive spirit.

UIS Athletics
Sports
11 months ago
UIS track & field season set to kick off in Indianapolis in January

UIS track & field teams have finalized their 2025 schedules, featuring six indoor meets in January and February and five outdoor meets in March and April.

Illinois road construction
Lifestyle
11 months ago
How Illinois is spending federal infrastructure dollars

Truck Parking Club used White House data to analyze how Illinois is spending federal infrastructure dollars to invest in its communities.

Ballots in mail bins at Sangamon County Clerk's office on Nov. 19, 2024
Local
11 months ago
Discovery recount scheduled for Sangamon County Board District 25 race

The discovery recount allows candidates to inspect certain precincts to verify the accuracy of vote totals but does not change the certified results unless a court orders further action.

Crime
11 months ago
Team Massey awaits decision on Grayson detention

Massey’s dad: If the appellate judges believe Grayson’s no threat, maybe they should take him into their homes

Woman about to receive immunization
Health & Wellness
11 months ago
How RFK Jr.’s health proposals could affect Illinois

The federal health department nominee has a history of spreading false information, but he could find a partner in Illinois on food regulations

Doit From the Heart toy distribution and officer Moore
Local
11 months ago
Springfield officer’s annual toy drive aims to bring holiday cheer to 1,000 kids

The annual Doit From The Heart toy drive is part of Officer Moore’s year-round service to the community.

news
11 months ago
CWLP receives $2.9M federal funding for more lead service line replacement work

Community meeting scheduled for December 12 for Wards 2 and 3 Projects Planned.

Local
11 months ago
Boys and Girls Club gets a new “super-bus”

Mathis says the entire video was shot on a phone camera.

Crime Stoppers
Crime
11 months ago
Crime Stoppers seeking tips in Pleasant Plains gaming burglary

The suspects left in a minivan with noticeable damage on the passenger side.