Jacob Albert
Sports
1 month ago
‘It’s a lifestyle’: Local runner tests his limits in ultramarathons

“It’s a lifestyle,” Albert said. “[People are] always telling me I’m crazy for how much I run.”

Meteorologist Nick Patrick joins the WAND Weather team, heard daily on WTAX.
Local
1 month ago
Veteran Meteorologist Nick Patrick joins WAND; forecasts to be heard on WTAX

Nick’s Patrick’s forecasts will be heard on Capitol Media Group radio stations, including WTAX.

Education
1 month ago
Law guaranteeing universal mental health screenings for IL youth, teens takes effect

Students in grades three through 12 will participate in screenings once per school year..

Resolutions
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Still thinking about resolutions? Expert says make them more attainable and not as big

A local doctor suggests going beyond the typical New Years resolutions.

The James Project
Local
1 month ago
Springfield woman shares her experience as a foster parent with the help of a local organization

“I had a lot of fears as a single person jumping into foster care, and then I realized that the impact I could make was greater than the fears I had,” Knight said. “I want the kids in our community to know that they are cared for and they are seen, and that is the mission I am on.”

Car crash
Local
1 month ago
Springfield aldermen concerned about traffic crashes and bad driving

Aldermen think speed and cell phones may be factors.

emergency lights shutterstock
Local
1 month ago
New Berlin man dead after crash near Virden

An investigation into the death of Brandon Pond, 30, continues.

Local
1 month ago
Victim in fatal Tuesday Springfield accident identified

An investigation into the crash continues.

Local
1 month ago
Improve your money habits by setting financial resolutions for 2026

Most financial resolutions fall into four categories: creating a budget, reducing debt, building up savings and improving credit scores.

Matt, Amy, and baby Theodore Barker after being the first family to give birth in Springfield in 2026. Well, Theodore had no comment.
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Oh baby! Meet the first newborn of 2026 in Springfield

Theodore Barker: Born 12:41 a.m. 1/1/2026. 8 pounds, 6 ounces, 20 inches long.

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