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United Way of Central Illinois
Local
1 week ago
United Way invests $1.3M in central Illinois programs to support families

The organization has guaranteed funding for the next three years, giving programs long-term support to expand services.

Singer performing on a colorful neon-lit stage in a sparkling blue sequined dress, holding a glittery microphone.
Local
1 week ago
Ticket bots, ‘predatory’ loans are in Pritzker’s crosshairs

Governor wants to make it easier for “families to just enjoy a night out.”

A scene from the 2025 Memorial Health Championship
Local
1 week ago
Memorial Health Championship in full swing in Springfield

Organizers are also offering additional attractions beyond golf, including food trucks, the Scheels Fan Zone and Family Fun Day on Saturday, which features a superhero theme for children and families.

A man spends the last three dollars in his pocket playing a bar slot machine in downstate Golconda on June 4, and then leaves. (Credit: Julia Rendleman for Capitol News Illinois)
IL State News
1 week ago
Addicted to gambling in Illinois: ‘Someone has decided they can make money off you’

People in Illinois lost more than $7.7 billion gambling last year. As lawmakers increasingly bet on gambling to pay the state’s bills, they have only spare change to treat compulsive gamblers.

United Way of Central Illinois
Local
2 weeks ago
Ride Route 66 for a good cause this weekend

A motorcycle and Jeep ride along Route 66 helps the United Way of Central Illinois.

IL State News
2 weeks ago
Chinese supercomputer displaces US machines as world’s fastest for first time since 2017

El Capitan, at the U.S. government’s Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California, now ranks second, ahead of two other U.S. supercomputers at national laboratories in Tennessee and Illinois.

A steak-eating competition was held Tuesday in Springfield.
Local
2 weeks ago
Route 66 Road Trip Caravan brings high-steaks challenge to Springfield

Three men in Springfield were challenged to eat 4.5 pounds of steak, shrimp, a baked potato, salad and a roll — all in one hour.

Local
2 weeks ago
Illinois junk fees ban arrives on Pritzker’s desk

Sponsors said junk fees cost an average family of four $3,200 annually.

Two real estate agents in gray suits stand outside a modern house with a 'For Sale' sign, discussing the property.
Local
2 weeks ago
How long does it take to buy a house in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how long it takes to buy a house in 2026 in Springfield, IL.

Baseball field with infield dirt, green grass, and empty stands under a clear blue sky, viewed from the dugout area behind a chain-link fence.
Local
2 weeks ago
Lucky Horseshoes welcome legends and pro baseball women

Legends Game 5 took place this past Saturday Night! Live from Robin Roberts Stadium. Stars of tomorrow got to meet the stars of yesterday right on the ball field. Former Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinal players took the field with Lucky Horseshoe players and the newly announced Women’s Pro Baseball League.