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UIS
Education
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Springfield Police Department welcomes new K-9 Duke

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

Education
1 year ago
Many eyes on home school bill

Sponsor: IL now has no regulations of home schooling

Pet of the Week
1 year 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
1 year ago
Meet Spuds – APL Dog of the Week

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

Local
1 year 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
1 year ago
“Four Tops” brief IL Chamber

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

prom dresses on rack
Local
1 year 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
1 year ago
SEVERE WEATHER: Wind Advisory & Red Flag Warning in effect

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