Jesse Blades was arrested on burglary and other charges -- found by Sangamon Co. sheriff's deputies using a new drone.
Crime
6 days ago
County makes second arrest in one week using new drone

See footage here of the arrest using a drone.

Can you identify this suspect in a recent burglary in Springfield?
Crime
1 week ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed solving recent Springfield burglary

The burglary happened Sept. 16 at Prairie Telecom.

Maria Genovese (left) and Daniel Gregg were arrested September 18 after allegedly breaking into, and causing damage at, Viper Mine.
Crime
1 week ago
New drone helps catch two people accused of breaking into Viper Mine

Viper Mine recently closed, but had $80,000 in damage done to it from the suspected break-in.

Police scene tape
Crime
2 weeks ago
Multiple arrets made in Taylorville/Assumption narcotics investigation

A joint effort between the Taylorville and Assumption police departments has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of crucial evidence.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Man arrested for knife incident involving woman at Walgreens

Malcolm Hill, 35, was arrested on charges of aggravated battery, unlawful use of a weapon, and aggravated assault.  Court records indicate Hill also faces a misdemeanor battery charge.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Pretrial Fairness Act: Illinois Democrats, Republicans mark 2 years without cash bail

GOP leaders said there are elements of this law that swing the pendulum of the justice system in favor of defendants.

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) vehicle is parked in front of an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
IL State News
2 weeks ago
As immigration arrests spike in Chicago, activists escalate tactics to fight back

“We will not back down,” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted Thursday on X, recirculating dramatic footage of arrests at a suburban Chicago home days earlier.

This vehicle was seen at the location of a recent Springfield shooting.
Crime
2 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed solving Springfield shooting

Looking for suspects in August 4 shooting.

Kristi Noem
IL State News
2 weeks ago
‘We are not backing down’: Feds ramp up immigration raids in Chicago area

President renews speculation on sending National Guard to the city as well

Springfield Police Department shield
Local
2 weeks ago
Springfield Police in the hot seat again this week at City Council

At issue is the alleged anti-police behavior of Coalition member and Intricate Minds founder Tiara Standage toward police during a September 2024 protest.