A new data center owned by CyrusOne is being built in Aurora. The Texas-based CyrusOne received state backing for the project in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
9 months ago
Lawmakers seek ways to prevent data centers from straining Illinois’ power grids

Rapid expansion of AI sparks worries over environmental goals, electricity rate spikes.

Business
9 months ago
Illinois, United Kingdom strengthen trade agreement

Guv. British consul general express pride

Local
9 months ago
Downtown Springfield, Inc. looks for community input

One attendee says the focus need to be on the Arts, Cuisine and Entertainment or ACE.

Business
9 months ago
Tariffs, deportation occupy Governor Pritzker’s mind in Mexico

Application of tariffs simply haphazard, he says

Springfield Clinic main campus
Business
10 months ago
Springfield Clinic announces layoffs amid financial challenges

The company would not disclose what positions were impacted or at what locations.

WICS
Business
10 months ago
WICS-TV among 5 stations sold to Rincon Broadcasting

Purchase price is set at $29.4 million for the group of stations.

Hyundai cars on lot
Business
10 months ago
Springfield car dealer weighs in on tariffs: Higher prices, fewer deals

Green Hyundai General Manager Mike Quimby voiced concern about the potential strain on automakers and consumers alike.

Food Scene
10 months ago
Arrowroot Coffee Lounge to open in former Recycled Records space

For Jacob Dinardo, the vision goes beyond just serving great coffee—he hopes Arrowroot Coffee Lounge becomes a community gathering place.

Made in Illinois
IL State News
10 months ago
Mel-O-Cream and BUNN products among nominees for the Coolest Things Made in Illinois

More than 250 unique Illinois products are competing to advance to Top 16.

Business
10 months ago
Chamber seeks nominations for Small Business Awards

Deadline to submit a nomination is Mar. 31.

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