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Flock safety police law enforcement license plate reader setup outside to help catch vehicle speeders.
Local
10 months ago
Hundreds of police departments use camera company accused of breaking state law, Springfield included

Giannoulias alleges Flock Safety improperly shared data with federal border officials.

Robin Roberts Stadium
Local
10 months ago
Park Board approves transfer of Robin Roberts Stadium back to city

The Lucky Horseshoes want to be able to add things like storm drainage and artificial turf, so, they say, more games and more events can be held at the stadium.

This vehicle was recently seen at Lake Springfield.
Crime
10 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspects in damage, theft at Lake Springfield Marina

Gas tanks among other things were stolen from the marina.

Christobal Santana
Crime
10 months ago
Man convicted of attempted murder of Illinois State Trooper in Springfield

Christobal Santana can now be sent to Chicago for a murder trial there.

UIS Men's Soccer
Sports
10 months ago
UIS Men’s Soccer ranked 8th in GLVC coaches’ poll for Fall 2025 season

This preseason ranking positions the Prairie Stars on track for a GLVC Tournament berth, which would mark their ninth consecutive appearance.

UIS Men's Cross Country
Sports
10 months ago
UIS Men’s Cross Country positioned third in GLVC preseason poll

The GLVC preseason coaches’ poll is a significant indicator of how teams are perceived within the conference, providing insight into the competitive landscape ahead of the season.

UIS Women's Cross Country
Sports
10 months ago
UIS Women’s Cross Country ranked 3rd in GLVC preseason poll

In the 2024 season, UIS achieved a fourth-place finish at the GLVC Championship and placed 13th at the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker speaks at a news conference in a Chicago water taxi Monday, Aug. 25, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
National
10 months ago
Democratic governors look to derail Trump’s plan to send National Guard to Chicago and other cities

Pritzker aides agreed Democrats have a chance to emphasize public safety policy choices.

Pedestrians cross a street in front of a CTA station in Chicago, Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Crime
10 months ago
Trump’s threat to deploy troops to Chicago sparks fear and defiance in a city on edge

Trump has long singled out Chicago, making it a recurring theme on the campaign trail in both 2016 and 2024.