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Older man with glasses and a white beard stands inside a rustic eatery, hand on chest, with a weathered red sign behind him and outdoor picnic tables visible outside.
Local
4 weeks ago
Tom Irwin’s latest song is about the Mother Road

“Route 66 Runs Right through It All.”

Crispy bacon slices arranged in a red cast-iron skillet on a wooden table.
Local
4 weeks ago
We have a budget, and we also have Bacon Day

A resolution saluting Illinois pork producers passed on the next-to-last day of session.

United States forward Christian Pulisic, right, reacts after a missed a shot as Germany forward Leroy Sané celebrates during the first half of an international friendly soccer match in Chicago, Saturday, June 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Sports
4 weeks ago
Sané, Havertz score as Germany beats US 2-1, heads to World Cup with 9-game winning streak

The 16th-ranked United States has lost nine straight games to European opponents dating to 2022.

Hot-air balloons fly in Central Illinois.
Local
4 weeks ago
Balloon portion of Balloons Over 66 to return after brief cancellation

Balloons Over 66 announced Tuesday it would discontinue the portion due to a lack of “consistent support” and “financial backing” needed to fly the balloons.

Springfield first responders participate in a donut-eating contest hosted by the Salvation Army for National Donut Day.
Local
4 weeks 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
Local
1 month 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
1 month 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
Local
1 month 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.
Local
1 month 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)
Local
1 month 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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