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North Grand Avenue East is closed between 9th and 11th Street due to road construction.
Local
2 months ago
Man found dead near Springfield road construction site

An autopsy is planned for later Thursday.

Former President Joe Biden, from left, former President Barack Obama, former President George W. Bush, and former President Bill Clinton, pose for a photo ahead of the dedication ceremony at the Obama Presidential Center, Thursday, June 17, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, Pool)
IL State News
2 months ago
Springsteen, Bono and Stevie Wonder will help the Obamas open their presidential museum

President Donald Trump is not among the announced guests. He called the $850 million center a “total disaster” in a social media post in February.

Terrence Jordan, selected as the next Superintendent of District 186 pending board approval, speaks to reporters Friday afternoon.
Local
2 months ago
New D-186 superintendent is ready for his close-up

Terrance Jordan succeeds Jennifer Gill.

Hand of Fate Brewing Company in Petersburg sustained damage following severe weather Wednesday, June 17.
Local
2 months ago
UPDATE: More damage following more severe weather throughout Illinois

Areas from one corner of Illinois to the other reported storm damage.

Diablo -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Diablo — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

“A solid dude.”

Illiana - Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Illiana — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Shy, but lovely!

TROXELL logo in bold navy letters with a teal X in the center
Local
2 months ago
Springfield insurance agency acquires another agency

Troxell says they are growing “intentionally.”

Darrian Stephenson (left) and Christopher Dibello
Crime
2 months ago
Two arrested for April Springfield shooting

April shooting caused damage to two homes and a car.

This person is wanted for a May 1 robbery in Southern View.
Crime
2 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying Southern View robbery suspect

Your tip could lead to an arrest, and a reward for you.

Advocates rally for greater data center regulations at the Capitol in April 2026. Ultimately, lawmakers adjourned their spring session without taking action on the bill known as the POWER Act. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Local
2 months ago
Lawmakers, stakeholders are ready for summer of data center negotiations

No plans are set, but everyone’s ready to sit down at the table.

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