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Local
2 months ago
Reaction to lawmakers’ inaction on downtown bill

Mayor hopes bill moves by year’s end.

The Salvation Army building in Springfield on Clear Lake Ave.
Local
2 months ago
Donut Day happens Friday, brings awareness to Salvation Army

A donut eating contest supporting the Salvation Army is scheduled for Friday, June 5.

Illinois currently has 18 members in the College Football Hall of Fame, including Dana Howard (2018) and Moe Gardner (2022).
Sports
2 months ago
Illinois greats Kevin Hardy and Simeon Rice on 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Former Fighting Illini stars could join 18 others already enshrined in the hall.

Military veteran with disability meeting with psychologist for therapy session, rehabilitation and PTSD symptoms healing. Therapist counseling soldier in wheelchair, listening, writing notes
Local
2 months ago
Illinois veteran’s agency promotes PTSD awareness and treatment resources

Department releases public service announcements during PTSD Awareness Month to encourage veterans and others to seek help.

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

Friendly and affectionate, and learning to play!

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

“A big bundle of joy” is ready for adoption or fostering!

Man in a suit sits at a wooden desk in a formal government chamber, while colleagues chat in the background near an American flag.
Local
2 months ago
McClure reviews legislative session

Rx bill is among his accomplishments.

Chicago Blackhawks
Sports
2 months ago
Lightning acquire rights to forward prospect in a trade with the Blackhawks

The 20-year-old Pridham was selected by Chicago in the third round of the 2024 draft.

Pope Leo XIV waves as he leaves after his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)
IL State News
2 months ago
‘Love my woke pope’: Why Leo’s first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

History’s first U.S.-born pope has demonstrated a willingness to embrace aspects of contemporary culture.

FILE-A Springfield Fire truck.
Local
2 months ago
Downtown Springfield apartment fire under investigation

Authorities say they were able to keep the apartment fire from spreading.

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