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Military veteran with disability meeting with psychologist for therapy session, rehabilitation and PTSD symptoms healing. Therapist counseling soldier in wheelchair, listening, writing notes
Local
1 month ago
Illinois veteran’s agency promotes PTSD awareness and treatment resources

Department releases public service announcements during PTSD Awareness Month to encourage veterans and others to seek help.

Chumley -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Chumley — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Friendly and affectionate, and learning to play!

Olaf -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Olaf — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

“A big bundle of joy” is ready for adoption or fostering!

Pope Leo XIV waves as he leaves after his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)
IL State News
1 month ago
‘Love my woke pope’: Why Leo’s first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

History’s first U.S.-born pope has demonstrated a willingness to embrace aspects of contemporary culture.

Car crash
Local
1 month ago
‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ ramps up for teen drivers

According to AAA statistics, nearly one-third of all teen driving deaths in 2024 occurred between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, argues for the Reproductive Health Privacy Act, which would protect Illinois abortion patients from out-of-state retaliation, on the floor of the House on Sunday, May 31, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
1 month ago
Lawmakers pass bill to shield abortion information from digital medical records

The measure seeks to protect abortion patients in Illinois from out-of-state retaliation.

Soldier Field
Sports
1 month ago
Chicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives

“We will provide an update when we have a decision to share,” the team said in its statement.

Tick Walking on Human Skin Seeking Place to Feed on Blood
Local
1 month ago
Health officials warn central IL residents to watch out for ticks this summer

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, ticks can spread illnesses including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, alpha-gal syndrome and ehrlichiosis.

The former Sangamo Club in downtown Springfield is about to have a new owner.
Local
1 month ago
Former Sangamo Club could become housing –SBJ

Asking price for the former Sangamo Club was around $600,000.

Illinois State Museum
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
1 month ago
Route 66 exhibit opens at Illinois State Museum

Museum officials said the collection includes a variety of Route 66 memorabilia, such as vintage souvenirs, neon signs, fiberglass advertising figures and Burma-Shave signs.

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