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4 weeks ago
Springfield schools praise new state school evaluation model

Scott says the state’s new evaluation model is based more on specific criteria, and that any improvement could be recognized.

Memorial Health
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4 weeks ago
Menopause event aims to go ‘beyond the scale’

The event is part of the center’s ongoing “Beyond the Scale” series and will feature two regional medical experts specializing in menopause care.

Artificial intelligence
Local
1 month ago
Not written with AI, District 186 working on student/staff AI use policy

“We know that we are really just wanting use AI as a tool to elevate our learning, not replace our learning.”

This trolley is used to provide tours of historic sites in Springfield that's part of the "History Comes Alive" program.
Local
1 month ago
‘History Comes Alive’ returns to Springfield for 17th season

One of Springfield’s signature summer programs is back for its 17th year, bringing the city’s rich history to life through interactive tours, performances and educational experiences.

Framed parchment with dense handwritten text displayed on a wall/gallery setting.
Local
1 month ago
New exhibit examines post-Civil War America

“The Second American Revolution” is at the ALPLM Friday through Jan. 17.

The Obama Presidential Center is seen Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
1 month ago
Inside Obama’s presidential museum opening this month: The cost, the books and a beehive

A look at the numbers behind the former President Barack Obama’s presidential museum.

Statues of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)
IL State News
1 month ago
With Oval Office replica and skyline views of Chicago, Obama’s new museum is political and personal

Here’s a closer look at the top attractions of the campus that is expected to draw as many as 1 million visitors annually.

Most public school students in Illinois will no longer be allowed to use their cell phones in school next year under legislation that Gov. JB Pritzker says he intends to sign. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)
Local
1 month ago
Cell-phone ban, loosening foreign language requirements among education bills to pass

Lawmakers expand in-state tuition, amend child care licensing.

Mike Zimmers, who passed away in 2022.
Local
1 month ago
Springfield alternative education program to be renamed after Zimmers

It was announced that when the Douglas Alternative Program moves to Lawrence, it will be renamed the “J. Michael Zimmers Academy.”

This massive video board is being installed at University of Illinois' Memorial Stadium.
IL State News
1 month ago
Alumni continue to push back against Gies Memorial Stadium renaming

“The University of Illinois dedicated their proposed stadium as a memorial to the soldiers, sailors and marines of the state of Illinois,” Reick said.