IRONMAN
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Illinois to host its first IRONMAN triathlon thanks to tourism grant

The economic impact of the event is anticipated to be more than $45 million over three years.

kids social media
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
No substitute for parent’s guidance when it comes to social media and kids

The U.S. surgeon general says its dangers are out of hand, recommending warning labels – pop-ups, for example.

Photos
1 year ago
PHOTOS | More than 400 turned out to support the babies at HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital

St. John’s NICU treats over 600 Central Illinois preemies every year.

Culex Mosquito
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
West Nile Virus found in 13 Illinois counties; IDPH warns public to “Fight the Bite”

There were 119 human cases reported in 2023, up from 34 human cases in 2022.

Local
1 year ago
Jackie Joyner-Kersee visits Springfield to promote fitness

Kersee was joined by the CMS director, Raven DeVon, and around 30 CMS employees in front of the Lincoln Home.

Woman receiving mammogram
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Springfield cancer educator says progress is being made

Illinois is projected to see over 78,000 new cancer diagnoses in the state this year, according to the American Cancer Society.

Sen. Peters
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Illinois Senate passes Healthcare Protection Act, sends top priority back to House

A bipartisan group of Illinois senators passed the massive Healthcare Protection Act Thursday night. The legislation, a top priority for Gov. JB Pritzker, could curb predatory insurance practices and protect consumers.

Education
1 year ago
D-186 honors quick-thinking student

Seconds mattered for CACC teacher having a stroke