Local
1 year ago
Local brewery launches special beer to aid Hurricane Helene relief in North Carolina

For every pint of Appalachia Strong IPA sold, $1 will be donated to relief efforts and the Conn family will match each donation.

History
1 year ago
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library celebrates 20 years

The celebration will continue in the spring commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum.

Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE: Arrest made in Sunday’s deadly shooting near 17th and Cook

Springfield man faces three counts of first-degree murder.

Crime
1 year ago
Three arrested in Springfield shooting

A 39-year-old Springfield man was found with multiple gunshot wounds to his lower body.

Local
1 year ago
In final public transit hearing, downstate operators join chorus for more state funding

Lawmakers are scheduled to return to Springfield in November for a brief fall veto session, but passage of transit reform is unlikely to happen before the spring legislative session begins in January.

History
1 year ago
Lowriding is more than just cars. It’s about family and culture for Mexican Americans

Lowriding has experienced a boom, as evidenced by an increase in car shows and conventions nationwide.

History
1 year ago
ALPLM celebrating 20 years

The library section of ALPLM opened in October 2004, offering researchers access to rare books, letters, photos, and historic documents.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Illinois apple farmer sees decreased harvest after cicadas

One Illinois farmer said his yield has dropped by about 60% since last year.

Agriculture
1 year ago
RFK Jr. suggests he’ll have a significant role on agriculture and health policy if Trump is elected

“When Donald Trump gets me inside the building I’m standing outside of right now, it won’t be this way anymore. American agriculture will come roaring back, and so will American health.”