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Farming
Agriculture
5 months ago
The 1887 law that powers modern agricultural science at U of I

As ACES continues to evolve, its mission is to provide science-backed solutions to the world’s pressing challenges.

A classic home
History
6 months ago
Counties with the most pre-war homes in Illinois

Stacker ranked the counties with the most pre-war homes in Illinois using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Hispanic Women of Springfield
Local
6 months ago
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the 11th annual Hispanic heritage festival

September 15th through October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month.

Education
6 months ago
UI prof’s book mines the drama of WWII

Despite the national unity and shared sacrifice, “There are plenty of soldiers who want to just go home, who desert.”

springfield skyline shutterstock
Local
6 months ago
Visit Springfield shares upcoming local events

Guests can watch the reenactment of the Lincolns’ wedding at St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Local
6 months ago
Route 66 Mother Road Festival road closures

Closures to take note of in downtown Springfield

Former Governor Jim Edgar's funeral was at Central Baptist Church in Springfield.
Local
7 months ago
A bipartisan showing at Former Gov. Jim Edgar’s funeral, just the way he would have wanted

Stang called Edgar “a truly remarkable individual”  — sentiments echoed by the political leaders and family members who spoke.

The wrecking ball continues demolition of a smokestack at the former Pillsbury Plant.
History
7 months ago
The beginning of the end: Smokestack comes down as first part of Pillsbury demolition begins

The Pillsbury factory, once a bustling center of food production, played a crucial role in the city’s industrial history.

Pillsbury Plant in Springfield, IL
History
7 months ago
Pillsbury demolition begins Thursday at 10am — for real this time

“The big crane and wrecking ball are ready to go!”

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