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The Chicks sang at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in 2024.
Entertainment
2 weeks ago
The Chicks to headline Illinois State Fair grandstand

The Chicks will play the next to the last day of the fair.

Grief in children
Local
2 weeks ago
Children’s Grief Camp in Springfield next month

The camp, hosted by Staab Funeral Home, has been held for more than a decade.

Talker
Pet of the Week
2 weeks ago
Meet Talker — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

He came to the shelter injured, but Talker is recovering nicely.

The Town & Country Shopping Center on MacArthur Blvd. has a new owner.
Local
2 weeks ago
New life for Town and Country?

MacArthur Blvd. strip mall has been sold. Also: Burgers!

Miss America Cassie Donegan visits the Old State Capitol in Springfield Friday afternoon.
Local
2 weeks ago
There she is! Miss America visits Springfield

“Pageantry within the world of Miss America is it’s a life changer. And it changes the trajectory for many.” 

This undated photo shows James "Jimmy" Gracey, left, with his aunt Beth Marren O'Reilly.
IL State News
3 weeks ago
The body of an American student who went missing in Barcelona has been found, police in Spain say

Gracey never returned to the room he was renting with friends, according to family members who live in the suburb of Elmhurst, about 19 miles (31 kilometers) west of Chicago.

Mental health
Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
Sangamon County voters approve new tax increase for mental health board

Murphy explained that the mental health board would act as a centralized organization that helps coordinate groups and providers in the Sangamon County area.

Local
3 weeks ago
Phoenix Center: Rumors of our death are greatly exaggerated

Commenter at council says LGBTQ center is under threat.