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Health
Local
2 months ago
IL bill could create IDPH health misinformation response unit, offer public health literacy grants

The proposal also calls on the Illinois State Board of Education to work with the Department of Public Health to create guidance for schools to teach health literacy in comprehensive health courses.

A Springfield Figure Skating Club member takes to the ice at the Nelson Center.
Sports
2 months ago
Before sunrise, Springfield Figure Skating Club chases big dreams on the ice

The Springfield Figure Skating Club is hosting its showcase, “Spotlight On Ice: Hits and Heroes,” next month.

U of I
Local
2 months ago
Two businesses partnered with U of I receive state funding through Innovation Voucher Program

Awardees in 2025 span industries including artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, health and life sciences, clean energy, food and agriculture innovation, and advanced materials.

The Illinois Community College System headquarters is pictured in downtown Springfield. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Reece Dower)
Local
2 months ago
State looks to expand manufacturing training at community colleges

Latest round of grants could dedicate $24 million to 6 downstate campuses.

Horace Mann sign at Springfield, IL headquarters
Local
2 months ago
Horace Mann Q4 earnings snapshot

The provider of auto and homeowners’ insurance for teachers and other educators posted revenue of $434.8 million in the period.

Curt Oldfield will be the next president of Lincoln Land Community College.
Local
2 months ago
New president selected for Lincoln Land Community College

Curt Oldfield is current president of Spoon River College, and will replace Charlotte Warren at Lincoln Land Community College.

Local
2 months ago
Diane Rutledge has passed away

Ex-District 186 superintendent was named First Citizen three months ago.

Pamela Franks is a home child care provider in Springfield who relies on money from federal child care and family services programs that are under threat from the Trump administration. (photo submitted by SEIU Healthcare Illinois via Capitol News Illinois)
Local
2 months ago
Child care funding freeze could worsen shortage in Illinois, providers say

Illinois already has too few providers and many rely on funding from federal programs.

Local
2 months ago
District 186 prepares to ‘displace’ teachers

“Nobody’s losing their job,” says Gill.

Local
2 months ago
Celebrating the new superintendent

District 186 appoints Jordan by unanimous vote.

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