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1 month ago
Reaction to lawmakers’ inaction on downtown bill

Mayor hopes bill moves by year’s end.

The Salvation Army building in Springfield on Clear Lake Ave.
Local
1 month ago
Donut Day happens Friday, brings awareness to Salvation Army

A donut eating contest supporting the Salvation Army is scheduled for Friday, June 5.

Illinois currently has 18 members in the College Football Hall of Fame, including Dana Howard (2018) and Moe Gardner (2022).
Sports
1 month ago
Illinois greats Kevin Hardy and Simeon Rice on 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Former Fighting Illini stars could join 18 others already enshrined in the hall.

Military veteran with disability meeting with psychologist for therapy session, rehabilitation and PTSD symptoms healing. Therapist counseling soldier in wheelchair, listening, writing notes
Local
1 month ago
Illinois veteran’s agency promotes PTSD awareness and treatment resources

Department releases public service announcements during PTSD Awareness Month to encourage veterans and others to seek help.

Chumley -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Chumley — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Friendly and affectionate, and learning to play!

Olaf -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Olaf — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

“A big bundle of joy” is ready for adoption or fostering!

Man in a suit sits at a wooden desk in a formal government chamber, while colleagues chat in the background near an American flag.
Local
1 month ago
McClure reviews legislative session

Rx bill is among his accomplishments.

FILE-A Springfield Fire truck.
Local
1 month ago
Downtown Springfield apartment fire under investigation

Authorities say they were able to keep the apartment fire from spreading.

Car crash
Local
1 month ago
‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ ramps up for teen drivers

According to AAA statistics, nearly one-third of all teen driving deaths in 2024 occurred between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Members of the Springfield NAACP and "The Outlet" speak to the District 186 School Board Monday night.
Local
1 month ago
‘The Outlet’ to take over Springfield alternative expulsion program from NAACP

It’s being described as a way to get expelled students back on a path to graduation.

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