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A flock of birds flies past the dome of the Illinois Capitol in Springfield on Oct. 30, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
8 months ago
Events throughout March in Springfield for residents and tourists alike

The Railyard opens, and there’s a parade!

Lincoln Library - Springfield's Public Library
Local
8 months ago
More Black History Month activities at Lincoln Library

February is Black History Month.

Local
8 months ago
How much does it cost to buy a house in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how much it costs to buy a home in Springfield, IL.

Bates -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
8 months ago
Meet Bates — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Just look at that smile on Bates!

Gerald and Poppy -- Meow Mobile Cats of the Week
Pet of the Week
8 months ago
Meet Gerald and Poppy — Meow Mobile Cats of the Week

Siblings that came to the shelter together want to go home together.

Lola -- Animal Protective League Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
8 months ago
Meet Lola — APL Cat of the Week

A sweet, “quiet beauty.”

Dusty -- Animal Protective League Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
8 months ago
Meet Dusty — APL Dog of the Week

Dusty is a “true cuddlebug.”

A ribbon was cut Saturday, Feb. 21, on the new Duey Gym at Springfield High School, one of several new additions now open.
Local
8 months ago
Two new gyms, a new cafeteria, and new band and choir rooms: The first big renovations to Springfield High School are complete

More construction work is still being done at SHS.

An artist's rendering of some of the plans to renovate the Illinois Theatre.
Local
8 months ago
Jacksonville Center for the Arts decides not to purchase Illinois Theatre

The center has not met an $8.9 million fundraising goal.

Carlos Ortega speaks to the Springfield Rotary Club.
Local
9 months ago
Ortega no longer DSI executive director

DSI said the departure was a mutual decision.

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