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Matchbox Twenty
Local
2 days ago
Matchbox Twenty mishap at Illinois State Fair

Swinging microphone stand hits a band member in the head.

"Disney's The Lion King, Jr." from The Muni
Local
3 days ago
‘The Lion King, Jr.’ a big deal for The Muni, director

It’s the first fifth show of the season for The Muni, and more.

One of the marching bands in the Illinois State Fair "Miles of Smiles" Parade Thursday, August 13.
Illinois State Fair Guide
3 days ago
Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade winners announced

Awards were handed out in a number of categories.

Local
3 days ago
Japan comes to Springfield this summer

Japanese visit is just one of 10-15 “familiarization tours” a year.

This nearly 25-foot-tall Cozy Dog has been installed on the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
Local
3 days ago
The year of the Cozy Dog at the Illinois State Fair

“We are going to try and break the record for the most Cozy Dogs eaten simultaneously,” said Rebecca Clark, State Fair Manager.

Bunnie -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
4 days ago
Meet Bunny — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Irresistible, outgoing, and “a wonderful companion.”

A boy rides an e-bike in Santa Monica, Calif., Monday, Aug. 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
National
5 days ago
Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?

New Jersey and Illinois are among the states that have enacted statewide regulations recently, and Massachusetts is weighing measures.

America 250 Jacket
Local
6 days ago
Family represents Springfield and Illinois in unique ‘America 250’ competitions

Two members of the Lasnoski family were winners, even if victory wasn’t the goal.

The former Benedictine University campus in Springfield.
Local
7 days ago
Restoration work continues at former Ursuline Academy/Benedictine University campus in Springfield

Libri said the long-term vision for the school building includes an artisans’ space with studios for painters, sculptors and other artists, a coffee shop and two additional museum-type spaces.

Powerball
Local
7 days ago
UPDATE: $1 billion Powerball jackpot won with ticket bought in Illinois

Wednesday night’s $1 billion Powerball ticket was sold at a HyVee Fast & Fresh in Quincy. 

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