HSHS and Memorial signs
Local
1 year ago
Local Health Care Organizations Implement Strategies to Combat Nursing Shortage

Local health care organizations are implementing measures to attract and retain nursing professionals in Central Illinois while sparking interest in the younger generation.

WW2 Armor Tanks
Local
1 year ago
Historic WWII tanks to showcase their power at Morgan County Fair’s Salute the Troops

The Salute the Troops event will honor veterans and current service members and feature WW2 Armor tanks

Gov. Pritzker
National
1 year ago
Pritzker to meet with Biden, Dem governors concerned about president’s campaign

Meeting comes after calls for Biden to step down as Democratic candidate.

Terrence Shannon, Jr.
Sports
1 year ago
Timberwolves welcome Terrence Shannon Jr. after his trying final year at Illinois

Shannon landed with the Minnesota Timberwolves in a place that sure looks like an ideal fit.

The Illinois State Capitol is pictured in Springfield.
Local
1 year ago
State ends fiscal year with nearly $5B cash on hand 

Leaders say record balances drive investment revenue, ensure vendors are paid on time.

Crime Stoppers
Local
1 year ago
Shots fired is the Crime Stoppers Crime of the Week

Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department reference a shots fired call that occurred in the 1600 block of E. Edwards in Springfield.

Millikin President Jim Reynolds
Education
1 year ago
Millikin University President announces retirement

Reynolds plan to step aside June 30, 2025

Capital City Clash
Local
1 year ago
Capital City Clash wrestling event at Robin Roberts Stadium to feature wrestlers from 5 global promotions

Come September, the action at Robin Roberts Stadium will be professional wrestling, not baseball.

4th of July sparklers and flag
Local
1 year ago
4th of July weekend weather outlook

Rain and storms in the forecast.