The house on right, behind the excavator, was hit by the excavator Tuesday evening.
Local
2 months ago
UPDATE: Police investigating after person uses excavator to knock down half a house in Petersburg

An excavator parked at the home was used to tear down half the home.

IL State News
2 months ago
Illinois State Police goes from “F” to “A” on supporting human trafficking victims

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The Illinois State Police has announced that Illinois […]

Law enforcement standoff with protesters outside an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
IL State News
2 months ago
Excessive force allegations will be the focus of a Chicago court hearing

The preliminary injunction hearing stems from a lawsuit filed by news outlets and protesters who say agents have used too much force, including tear gas, during demonstrations.

Bradford House and Autravion Haley
Crime
2 months ago
Two Springfield residents jailed for 2024 Bloomington Biaggi’s burglary

At least two suspects wearing masks, gloves and dark clothing robbed the business, with one suspect showing and using a gun during the crime.

Senior U.S. Border Patrol official Greg Bovino speaks to Associated Press reporters during an interview Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, in Rosemont, Ill. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
2 months ago
Border Patrol official behind Chicago immigration crackdown defends tactics as Trump cheers

“We’re what I call now sanctuary busters,” he said. “There are no sanctuaries. There will be no sanctuaries.”

Protesters gather outside an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
IL State News
2 months ago
Judge hears testimony about crowded cells and overflowing toilets at Chicago-area immigration site

“I don’t want anyone else to live what I lived through,” said Felipe Agustin Zamacona, 47, an Amazon driver and Mexican immigrant who has lived in the U.S. for decades.

A demonstrator holds a sign reading "STOP BEATING PEOPLE" near a line of law enforcement as protesters gather outside an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
IL State News
2 months ago
Judge to hear arguments as advocates sue feds over conditions at Chicago-area ICE facility

As attorneys representing the federal government asked for more time to prepare, the plaintiffs’ lawyers called the situation in the west Chicago suburb of Broadview a “human rights emergency.”

Scam Alert
Local
2 months ago
Springfield police warn of donation scam targeting shoppers on the west side

Scammers claim to be raising money for Boys and Girls Clubs.

Peter Cadigan and Peggy Finley appear in Sangamon County Circuit Court.
Crime
2 months ago
Springfield EMTs accused in Earl Moore Jr. death won’t face trial until 2026

Both the prosecution and defense agreed to a potential May 11, 2026, trial date.

Danville High School
IL State News
2 months ago
Danville School District 118 dismisses students early following anonymous threat

District officials ensure families will be updated as more information becomes available after early dismissal on Monday morning.

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