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The Illinois State Police Honor Guard takes part in the funeral for Former Gov. Jim Edgar.
Local
7 months ago
Gov. Jim Edgar is remembered by his children and grandchildren

The Illinois Governor was apparently quite the foodie.

Jeff Dunham, and probably Walter, will perform at the Bank of Springfield Center April 11, 2026.
Entertainment
7 months ago
Another comedia, and a performance for the kids, the latest to announce dates at BOS

Both Jeff Dunham and Elmo will soon take turns on the BOS Center stage.

Left to Right: Joyce Nardulli, Mallory Wescott, Robert Carter, Tami Silverman
Education
7 months ago
Four UIS alumni honored for achievements

The four were recognized during what is UIS’ Homecoming Week.

Maria Genovese (left) and Daniel Gregg were arrested September 18 after allegedly breaking into, and causing damage at, Viper Mine.
Crime
7 months ago
New drone helps catch two people accused of breaking into Viper Mine

Viper Mine recently closed, but had $80,000 in damage done to it from the suspected break-in.

Education
7 months ago
Anger over lack of ASL curriculum

Suitable candidates have not applied, says Gill.

Entertainment
7 months ago
‘Ebertfest’ leaves Champaign-Urbana after 26 years

“For 26 wonderful years, Ebertfest created a unique space for audiences, filmmakers, and critics to come together and explore the power of movies.”

An industrial-scale battery storage facility at G&W Electric in Bolingbrook, which was installed in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)
IL State News
7 months ago
Nuclear power, battery storage funding at center of energy policy debate

Lawmakers could vote on legislation in October veto session.

Police lights
Local
7 months ago
UPDATE: Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle in Springfield

Not many details about the accident have been released.

Wheat field in LaSalle County, Illinois as the sun sets.
Local
7 months ago
Volunteer Opportunity in Macon County

Walk through prairie habitats at the Friends Creek Conservation Area to gather seeds from native wildflowers.

Former Governor Jim Edgar's funeral was at Central Baptist Church in Springfield.
Local
7 months ago
A bipartisan showing at Former Gov. Jim Edgar’s funeral, just the way he would have wanted

Stang called Edgar “a truly remarkable individual”  — sentiments echoed by the political leaders and family members who spoke.