The contents of a time capsule discovered at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.
History
5 months ago
Taylorville Memorial Hospital cracks open time capsule for public viewing

The time capsule contains a history of the TMH’s precursor, St. Vincent Hospital, including photographs of the facility in 1940 and 1953.

Left to right: Jeff Rogers, Don Craven and Anna Brugmann.
Business
5 months ago
Illinois newsrooms receive $4 million from state through tax credits

A law passed in 2024 was designed, in part, to fill void created by news deserts.

Sports
5 months ago
Chicago Bears call on state legislature to pass bill and provide momentum for suburban stadium

The Bears have the plans drawn up for the indoor stadium but need a mega bill to pass in Springfield in October to supply momentum for the construction.

David Jordan is wanted by Illinois State and Gibson City Police.
Crime
5 months ago
Man wanted, accused of shooting at officers before house ended up on fire

David Jordan, 70, Gibson City, is accused of shooting two officers, after which his home ended up on fire.

Pool water
Local
5 months ago
Lake Mattoon beach closed over algal bloom

People are being told to avoid the water. 

Food Scene
5 months ago
And the Golden Abe goes to …

Fairgoers can still vote for “people’s choice.”

Agriculture
5 months ago
Battle of the beers at the Illinois State Fair

“For the past ten years, we went from about forty breweries to over 300 breweries,” said Ray Stout, executive director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild.

Former Democratic House Speaker Michael Madigan departs the Dirksen Federal Courthouse after receiving a 7 ½-year prison sentence on corruption charges on June 13, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Crime
5 months ago
Judge denies ex-Speaker Madigan’s request to remain out of prison during appeal

As an Oct. 13 prison report date gets closer, Madigan hires experienced appellate team.

Michelle Pankow is the new Illinois State Fire Marshal.
Local
5 months ago
Michele Pankow becomes first woman to be named Illinois State Fire Marshal

“It feels strange to say it, but it’s nice for sure,” Pankow said with a smile when asked about her new title.