Local
1 year ago
UPDATED: Lesko responds to alleged “paper play”

Sources: Move documents, generate cash, hire a friend
Clerk / recorder denies it all

1908 Race Riot sculptures in downtown Springfield and sign marking official Race Riot site.
Local
1 year ago
Biden adds to the nation’s list of national monuments during his term. There’s an appetite for more

Springfield’s 1908 Race Riot site is among the sites President Biden designated as national monuments during his term.

Local
1 year ago
Rookies with a Cause: Pack-a-Police Car Toy Drive!

Bring new, unwrapped toys, clothing, and essential items to the designated drop-off event

Local
1 year ago
Pearl Harbor 83rd anniversary commemoration

The attack on Pearl Harbor resulted in the loss of 2,403 lives.

Sean Grayson
Crime
1 year ago
Grayson’s emergency motion seeking pretrial release denied by IL Supreme Court

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s objection to the emergency motion stated the circuit court’s findings were wrongly rejected by the appellate court and provide compelling reasons for staying Grayson’s release until the Supreme Court has had the opportunity to review them.

Crime tape with gun and ammo
Crime
1 year ago
Springfield receives DOJ grant to help combat violent crime

SPD and SCSO received the largest of the grants given to Central Illinois law enforcement agencies.

Lincoln Library - Springfield's Public Library
Local
1 year ago
Springfield praises security, police for quick response at public library

Security and Springfield Police handle altercation at Lincoln Library.

Local
1 year ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Expect sunshine on Saturday and possible showers on Sunday

Expect pleasant temps with plenty of sun on Saturday.

Ballots in mail bins at Sangamon County Clerk's office on Nov. 19, 2024
Local
1 year ago
Discovery recount scheduled for Sangamon County Board District 25 race

The discovery recount allows candidates to inspect certain precincts to verify the accuracy of vote totals but does not change the certified results unless a court orders further action.

Crime
1 year ago
Team Massey awaits decision on Grayson detention

Massey’s dad: If the appellate judges believe Grayson’s no threat, maybe they should take him into their homes