U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin at SMTD news conference to celebrate federal grant for new diesel-hybrid and natural gas buses on July 17, 2024.
Local
1 year ago
Durbin re-elected as Democratic Whip for leadership in 119th Congress

Senate Democrats also re-elected Sen. Chuck Schumer as their party leader.

Sean Pritchard
Business
1 year ago
Pritchard joins Springfield’s Office of Planning and Economic Development

Springfield, ILĀ  (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The City of Springfield has a new professional […]

Local
1 year ago
A 70-year tradition of giving to children in need

Springfield Fire Dept members were on hand to help out.

Pickleball players
Local
1 year ago
Springfield hosts Route 66 PPA Challenger, offering amateur pickleball players a pro opportunity

The Springfield stop will be one of over a dozen tour stops in 2025.

O'Lantern & Brandy
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet O’Lantern & Brandy – Meow Mobile & Friends of SCAC Pets of the Week

During December, dog adoptions are only $25! Cat adoptions are also $25 thanks to Meow Mobile subsidizing adoption fees.

Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Isaac & Hera – APL Pets of the Week

Isaac and Hera are ready to bring joy and companionship into your home this holiday season.

IDFPR (LEAD): The Chicago offices of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Business
1 year ago
Illinois rolls out first phase of plan to modernize professional licensing

State regulators start with clinical psychologists, music therapists and nail technicians

Val Yazell
Business
1 year ago
Springfield planning and economic development director to retire

“Serving the City of Springfield has been one of the greatest honors of my career.” – Val Yazell

Frank Lesko sworn in as Sangamon County Recorder
Local
1 year ago
Frank Lesko sworn in Monday and plans to hold both positions until election process is complete

Lesko said he will not be collecting any salary or benefits from Sangamon County if he is required to continue both positions based on decisions beyond his control.