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Springfield first responders participate in a donut-eating contest hosted by the Salvation Army for National Donut Day.
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3 months ago
Springfield first responders mark National Doughnut Day with doughnut-eating contest

The Salvation Army partners with first responders because tradition calls for feeding doughnuts to American heroes.

Route 66 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds
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3 months ago
It’s time to run Route 66

Tourism Chief, Scott Dahl, guest runner for the 5k, Dean Karnazes, and a part of the festivities, Alex Klymco all “ran” to the WTAX Morning Newswatch to tell Will Stevenson all about the fun!

IL State News
3 months ago
Bears Board of Directors vote to advance stadium project in Hammond, Indiana

A proposal in the Illinois state legislature was meant to provide incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in the state.

The Muni
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3 months ago
UPDATE: Actor permanently banned from ‘The Muni’ following sexual harassment investigation

The actor in question is being permanently banned, and The Muni wants anyone else who may have been a victim to contact the organization as soon as possible.

This trolley is used to provide tours of historic sites in Springfield that's part of the "History Comes Alive" program.
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3 months 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.

Pope Leo XIV speaks to Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican. Frerichs returned $8.65 of the Pope’s own money from the state’s unclaimed property system. (Photo courtesy of Treasurer Mike Frerichs’ Twitter account)
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3 months ago
Illinois treasurer’s gift to Pope Leo? $8.65 of pontiff’s own money

Robert Prevost had money in unclaimed property from closed PayPal account.

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3 months ago
Illinois bill limits how social media companies can target feeds to children

The measure passed with unanimous support in both chambers.

The Obama Presidential Center is seen Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
3 months 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
3 months 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.

The St. Patrick's Day parade in Springfield gives a check for $10,000 in proceeds to the Downtown Springfield Heritage Foundation, who is in turn giving the money to the new "My Heart's Downtown" initiative.
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3 months ago
From shamrocks to hearts: Where proceeds from the St. Patrick’s Day parade are going this year

“My Heart’s Downtown” says their efforts are already working.

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