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STARSHIP will perform Nov. 11 in Springfield as part of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Statewide Conference and Centennial Celebration at Route 66 Motorheads.
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
1 week ago
STARSHIP to perform at Springfield Route 66 event

“We Built This City” for a Route 66 celebration.

IL State News
1 week ago
Hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

HoneyBaked Ham says it wants to locate in Springfield.
Local
1 week ago
‘One of America’s most beloved legacy brands’ is looking at locating in Springfield

HoneyBaked Ham is looking at opening more locations in a number of states, including Illinois.

A player from the Joliet Slammers gives away a foul ball to spectators at the kickoff baseball game on April 30 at the Old Joliet Prison. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Julia Levy)
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
1 week ago
Big House Ballgame at Old Joliet Prison kicks off Route 66 festivities

The Joliet Slammers played the Gateway Grizzlies before fans celebrating Illinois and Hollywood history.

State of Illinois flag
IL State News
1 week ago
Illinois earns top emergency preparedness ranking, jumping from middle to high performance tier

Illinois has earned a top-tier emergency preparedness ranking from Trust for America’s Health, jumping from the middle performance category in 2025 to high performance in 2026.

Kids and others play basketball on a court newly installed at the Boys and Girls Club location at 15th and Monroe.
Local
1 week ago
New basketball court at Boys and Girls Clubs location means more than just play

Local officials cut a ribbon Monday on a new basketball court at the club location near 15th and Monroe.

Gray tabby cat with green eyes lounging on a purple perforated basket against a white textured wall.
Pet of the Week
2 weeks ago
Meet Carter — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Carter is a “certified lap cat.”

Streak -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 weeks ago
Meet Streak — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Streak hasn’t been lucky with adoptions. Maybe he will be with you!