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Flock safety police law enforcement license plate reader setup outside to help catch vehicle speeders.
Crime
7 hours ago
Springfield city council may extend contract for license plate readers

“It’s a very impactful tool,” said Behl. “One of the most impactful tools that we have.”

A vote-by-mail drop box is pictured in Sangamon County, blocks away from the Illinois State Capitol. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Crime
23 hours ago
Vermilion County woman sentenced for voting twice in federal election

Brenda Knuth, 61, was sentenced on June 26 to 3 years probation and ordered to pay a $2,500 fine. 

U.S. Attorney Gregory Gilmore holds Maisy, his office's new therapy dog.
Local
1 day ago
New facility dog helps victims in federal cases across central Illinois

“Testifying in court and being interviewed regarding a crime can be very traumatic and stressful,” Gilmore said. “Studies have shown that a facility dog can lower the stress level of victims and witnesses.”

The Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
2 days ago
Cocktails-to-go, new state agency among laws taking effect July 1

14 new laws will begin with new fiscal year.

Night crime scene
Local
2 days ago
Domestic violence fatality numbers trend down

Numbers go up and down, but ICADV leader says the effects are “enduring and widespread.”

Chatham school bus
Local
3 days ago
Bill increasing fine for drivers ignoring school bus safety arms awaits Pritzker’s signature

This plan would create a uniform $300 fine for the first offense and $1,000 for a second or subsequent violation.

Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln will not be rebuilt under the state’s prison rebuild plan. Instead, two prisons will be built in Crest Hill. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Campbell)
Local
3 days ago
New Illinois law bans unnecessary fees for IDOC mail

The law states committed people and their correspondents can not be charged any fee for mail and scanning services exceeding the standard postage rate.

The body of Michael Satterfield, 66, was found in the area of this construction on North Grand Avenue East in Springfield.
Local
5 days ago
Springfield victim’s next of kin located

Authorities appealed to the public after they were unable to find Michael Satterfield’s relatives.

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