Food Scene
12 months ago
Winners announced for 2024 Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge

Over 240 people participated, including “super voters” who dined at three or more participating restaurants.

Local
12 months ago
Amtrak Launches New Chicago-to-Miami Route as Rail Travel Gains Momentum

The “Floridian” runs daily, hauling passengers across 2,076 miles in just under two days.

Local
12 months ago
UPDATE: 11th Street fire contained; three people inside at time of fire

The property was abandoned at the time of the fire.

Local
12 months ago
Quinn: Soak the rich!

Ex-guv celebrates referendum victory

Local
12 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: A rainy start to the week

Temps cool down with highs in the 40s midweek

Local
12 months ago
Illinois Democrats brace for second Trump administration amid return to Springfield

Leaders ponder options ahead of Jan. 20 inauguration.

Local
12 months ago
Two children trapped in a well saved by the Taylorville Fire Dept.

A teenager and a toddler were trapped.

Local
12 months ago
Empower All Abilities Conference

This year’s keynote speaker was Jordan Toma. The national motivational speaker, youth advocate, entrepreneur, and author, shared his story of perseverance with attendees.

Sangamon County Complex
Local
12 months ago
Department of Justice investigates possible discrimination in Sangamon County

The DOJ requested training materials, hiring practices, use-of-force data, records on the Massey case, and policies on mental health crises and discrimination.

Crime
12 months ago
Springfield man jailed after carjacking ends in crash on North Grand Ave.

SPD reports the incident started with a man being robbed at gunpoint on N. 7th St.