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Crime
1 year ago
Longest-serving state legislative leader exploited the public trust, prosecutors say

Madigan, Illinois’ House speaker for more than three decades and a former state Democratic Party chairman, is charged in a 23-count indictment with racketeering conspiracy, using interstate facilities in aid of bribery, wire fraud and attempted extortion.

Business
1 year ago
Workforce summit at LLCC highlights technical education and calls for more funding

Participants stressed the need to shift perceptions away from the belief that a four-year college degree is the only pathway to a well-paying job.

Sonya Massey in her kitchen on bodycam footage
Crime
1 year ago
“Justice delayed is justice denied”

Grayson pre-trial hearing pushed back six weeks

Local
2 years ago
Teen arrested… but no place to put him

The arrested boy met the criteria for incarceration, but there was no available placement throughout the state.

Local
2 years ago
The City of Springfield Announces Trick-or-Treating Hours for October 31

·         Parents and guardians, please accompany young children and ensure they are visible with reflective clothing or costumes.

Local
2 years ago
Massey Commission to hold first official hearing

Members of the public will have a chance to speak.

Mike Madigan
Crime
2 years ago
4 decades after rising to power and nearly 4 years since his fall, former Speaker Madigan goes to trial

Lengthy jury selection portends arduous trial for ousted Democratic powerbroker.

Lois Pulce
Obituaries
2 years ago
Lois Pulce

Lois Pulce 76, departed this life on Friday October 18, 2024 at her residence. […]

Tresa Jane McCann
Obituaries
2 years ago
Tresa Jane McCann

  Tresa Jane McCann, 61, of Springfield, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 […]

Kevin Ray Goatley
Obituaries
2 years ago
Kevin Ray Goatley

Kevin Ray Goatley, 63, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 at […]