Local
1 year ago
State wraps up case in challenge to assault weapons ban

Testimony rests on whether banned weapons are suited to military or civilian uses.

Local
1 year ago
Illinois’ top court says odor of burnt marijuana isn’t enough to search car

It is illegal to drive and smoke marijuana. But lawyers for the driver argued that the smell of burnt marijuana is not enough to believe a crime has occurred.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Education
1 year ago
University of Illinois System approves $8.3B operating budget for FY 2025

Increases in faculty, additional mental health resources and program enhancements are among budget priorities.

Local
1 year ago
Linemen show off their skills at the rodeo

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Around 1700 area high school students descended on […]

Local
1 year ago
Sangamon County Board approves Massey Commission amid spirited debate

Massey Commission officially formed while amendment to expand background checks for deputy applicants tabled.

David Ellis Frick
Obituaries
1 year ago
David Ellis Frick

David Ellis Frick was born on September 14, 1937, in Wilmington, Delaware. Cremation will […]

Lauren M. Engelke – Smith
Obituaries
1 year ago
Lauren M. Engelke – Smith

Lauren M. Engelke – Smith, 46, of Springfield, died at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, […]

James "Cory" Burton
Obituaries
1 year ago
James “Cory” Burton

James “Cory” Burton 38, departed this life Tuesday September 17, 2024 at his residence. […]

Marie Gerard
Obituaries
1 year ago
Marie Gerard

Marie Gerard 61, departed this life on Monday September 9, 2024 at her residence. […]

Local
1 year ago
Sangamon County approves its first female sheriff

Crouch said she will enforce the assault weapons ban and will take a close look at hiring practices in the department.