Local
6 months ago
Southern Illinois lawmaker calls for special session on energy costs, grid reliability

Severin said the task force could listen to consumer concerns while addressing issues related to the performance and reliability of power generation and transmission.

UIS Athletics
Sports
6 months ago
UIS Tennis earns ITA academic awards

Twelve athletes achieved grade point averages of at least 3.5 during the academic year.

Crime
6 months ago
Crime of the Week: Arrest made in 2024 death of woman found on I-55, but public help still needed

A $5,000 reward is possible for any information that leads to additional arrests or convictions.

Springfield Fire Crews were on the scene Wednesday morning for a fire at the Sangamon Towers apartment complex.
Local
6 months ago
Fire causes damage to downtown apartment building

Officials say at least two people were hurt.

Education
6 months ago
Budzinski applauds release of $5.5 billion in withheld education funds

Following the letter, the administration first released $1.3 billion for 21st Century Community Learning Centers on July 21.

This home at 541 E. Black Ave. in Springfield is the former home of cereal heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post.
Local
6 months ago
Cereal heiress’ home could be landmarked

Marjorie Merriweather Post spent early years at 541 E. Black Ave.

Oliver Bayless suffered injuries during his birth in May, 2018, leading to his death the following February.
Local
6 months ago
Jury awards $17 million to Macon County family following death of infant son

The lawsuit was connected to care the mother received, and which allegedly led to the boy’s death

Springfield Police squad
Crime
6 months ago
Springfield Police targets retail theft in recent operation

Seven people were arrested between July 24 and July 25 at TJX-owned stores.

The Double Black Diamond Solar project, near Auburn.
Local
6 months ago
SSGA signs ‘Community Benefit Agreement’ with solar company

$5 million will be spent by Swift Current energy over the next 20 years for various community initiatives

Local
6 months ago
A year after Massey killing, a community takes stock

Springfield police say they already investigate potential new hires.