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Downtown Springfield with Capitol in the distance
Local
4 weeks ago
Business moves in and around downtown

The Railyard changes hands, books replace flowers, and Bus Stop moves across the street.

A data center in Elk Grove Village is pictured. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
IL State News
4 weeks ago
Report: New data centers could create more than 120K Illinois jobs, though mostly temporary

Energy, environmental advocates remain skeptical data centers will provide significant, lasting benefits.

Man at a podium giving a formal speech with a state seal on the lectern and two men in suits behind him.
IL State News
4 weeks ago
NFL’s Goodell meets with Illinois governor as the Bears continue pursuit of new stadium

“Timely action is essential as the Bears work to find a long-term stadium solution for the club and their fans,” the league said.

Illinois pumpkin farm
Local
4 weeks ago
Pumpkin patches and apple orchards ready for busy fall season

Cooler weather brings more visitors as fall season continues.

Hartford, Connecticut - February 1, 2025: Fans place bets at a Fanatics Sportsbook at the XL Center in the Connecticut state capital city of Hartford.
Local
1 month ago
Illinois GOP lawmakers want five new betting and digital-related fees repealed

Five new “taxes” are part of the state budget, and five new bills would repeal them.

Energy assistance
Local
1 month ago
LIHEAP applications open for the year on Oct. 1

Officials say funding will last through the winter, but demand is expected to rise.

Local
1 month ago
See how Illinois ranks for auto mechanic pay

Way.com reports on auto mechanic pay in Illinois and across the country.

Sen. Graciela Guzmán, D-Chicago, speaks at a Sept. 29, 2026, news conference at Chicago City Hall. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
IL State News
1 month ago
Not ‘one more cent’: Chicago-area elected officials rally against Peoples Gas rate hike

City alderman and state lawmakers decried ‘outrageous’ shareholder profit rate and sought reforms to pipe retirement program.

Corn Crop September, 2024
Local
1 month ago
Corn yields may be lower in 2026 thanks to rain, summer heat

Nice weather allowed for early planting, followed by rain and heat later on.

Local
1 month ago
Springfield city council again hears from landlords

Cannabis grants and clean energy transition are also among subjects at council meeting.

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