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Local
1 month ago
Two years after Sonya Massey’s death, new network pushes for lasting change

The newly formed Massey Community Action Network will focus on implementing the commission’s calls to action while bringing together community organizations, local leaders and public agencies to advocate for policy changes.

An Illinois American Water tower pictured in Bolingbrook. (Capitol News Illinois file photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
1 month ago
Utility watchdog warns of rising water rates as regulators consider requests

Rate hike filings come as the state’s major water utilities seek merger.

George E. Johnson Sr. founded the Johnson Products which became the first black-owned corporation to be listed on the American Stock Exchange in 1971.
IL State News
1 month ago
George E. Johnson Sr., founder of a pioneering Black hair care business, dies at 99

Johnson and his late wife and high school sweetheart, Joan, started Johnson Products in 1954 on Chicago’s South Side after securing a $250 loan.

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard checks the overhead scoreboard after scoring a power-play goal against the Colorado Avalanche in the first period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Sports
1 month ago
Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to miss start of the season after shoulder surgery

Team physician Michael Terry said Bedard is expected “to make a full recovery in an approximate timeline of four months.”

A ribbon was cut Wednesday, July 8, 2026, on the Illinois Department of Transportation's new Materials Testing and Research Center in Springfield.
IL State News
1 month ago
IDOT opens new home for Materials Testing and Research Center in Springfield

The new $63 million facility replaces an older, smaller facility.

State Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana) spoke at a rally for striking University of Springfield faculty union members Wednesday, April 8.
Crime
1 month ago
Illinois State Representative from Champaign indicted, accused of wire fraud, lying to FBI

The Ammons couple is accused of getting state grants for organizations, then profiting from them.

A Springfield firefighter stands watch at a fire at Mervis Recycling, 1100 S. 9th, Springfield.
Local
1 month ago
Fire continues at recycling plant near downtown Springfield

A cause has not been officially disclosed.

Vintage signs and artifacts line the walls and floors of Ace Sign Company.
Local
1 month ago
Memories of the Mother Road at Ace Sign Co. Rt. 66 Museum

The Ace Sign Co., and Route 66 Museum, is now housed inside an old 1952 Sears Warehouse.

Alderman Shawn Gregory, Ward 2, speaks at the July 7, 2026 Springfield City Council meeting.
Local
1 month ago
Springfield City Council approves Flock license plate reader contract, with changes

More council discussion about what data can and can’t be used, saved, or accessed by Flock.

"Alice by Heart"
Local
1 month ago
‘Alice in Wonderland’…in England…in World War II

‘Alice by Heart’ is being performed by Active and Creative Teen Theatre (ACTT).

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