Charlie Radman, a corn and soybean farmer, stands for a photo on the land his family has owned since 1899, near Randolph, Minn., Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Vancleave)
Agriculture
3 weeks ago
Trump wants to keep farmers happy with cash. They’re still worried about the future

“It’s a bridge. It’s not the ultimate solution we’re looking for,” said Charlie Radman, a fourth-generation farmer who grows corn and soybeans on the land his family has owned near Randolph, Minnesota, since 1899.

The Sangamon County Board met Tuesday, December 11.
Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
County Board approves sales tax-related referendum for mental health funding

If you spend $100 on items excluding groceries, you would pay an extra 50 cents, if the referendum is approved.

Rudy -- Animal Protective League Dog of the Week
Local
3 weeks ago
Animal Protective League sets Tree of Lights for December 13

Pay tribute and share memories to those remembered at this heartwarming ceremony.

Jason Wright
Crime
3 weeks ago
Taylorville man pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges

According to Taylorville PD, they waited to release information due to the “fluid nature of the investigation.”

Unemployment
IL State News
3 weeks ago
Illinois unemployment rates virtually unchanged

A recent report shows Illinois unemployment rates have begun to stabilize.

A demonstration trailer shows how quickly a fire can flare up in a home -- in this case, due to a candle being near a Christmas tree and presents.
Local
3 weeks ago
Officials: Candles, cooking among top reasons for holiday fires

Candles can cause fires, and cause them to spread quickly.

The Scheel's Sports Done, from June, 2025
Local
3 weeks ago
Scheels Sports Complex hosting free event

If you’ve been wanting a sneak peek of the dome, this is the weekend!

United Way of Central Illinois
Local
3 weeks ago
United Way of Central Illinois addressing key issues

These priorities reflect what residents want most: programs that create lasting change!

Local
3 weeks ago
City anticipates new digs for water, traffic / streets

Aldermen will vote on large-scale developments along Clear Lake Avenue in a week.

Crime
3 weeks ago
Teen pleads guilty to murder as other teen is set for court date

The second suspect in the case will be in court Thursday.

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