Serenity is the Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week.
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Serenity — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Serenity has been featured before, and is still looking for a good home!

IL State News
2 months ago
Duckworth on National Guard in Chicago, and U.N. Ambassador pick

“Let’s make it clear:  the President of the United States essentially just declared war on a major city in his own nation,” Duckworth told CBS. 

History
2 months ago
New director for Oak Ridge Cemetery

The Springfield City Council will vote Sept. 16 on the nomination of Cory Brown.

Local
2 months ago
Turner files bill to create utility rebate program for middle class Illinoisans struggling with rising energy bills

Turner’s bill could create a home utility rebate program for families who earn too much to qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program but are still hurt by rising energy costs.

Students at Lincoln Magnet School in Springfield talk at a recent school board meeting about their Governor's Hometown Award.
Education
2 months ago
Springfield students win ‘Governor’s Hometown Award’ for special service project

From talking about fishing, to helping seniors learn about phishing.

Darleen Hall worships during a service at New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
IL State News
2 months ago
Chicago churches urge calm resistance ahead of expected federal intervention

“You need to start telling people about your whereabouts, so you don’t disappear,” Hatch said during Sunday services at New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church.

Police watch during the 2025 Pilsen Mexican Independence Day parade Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
IL State News
2 months ago
Potential federal intervention poses challenges for Chicago police on the ground

Chicago officials repeatedly reaffirmed the city’s so-called sanctuary policies that have been place for four decades.

Crime scene tape
Crime
2 months ago
Champaign man arrested after knife attack injures three first responders

Champaign Police officers arrived within minutes and found two firefighters and one paramedic suffering from serious stab wounds.

Powerball
IL State News
2 months ago
Powerball jackpot soars to $1.7 billion as Illinois players win big

In Wednesday night’s drawing, an Illinois Lottery player from Aurora claimed a $1 million prize after matching five numbers.

Tavy is the Animal Protective League Cat of the Week!
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Tavy — APL Cat of the Week

Tavy is mellow and loves a warm blanket!

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