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Tick Walking on Human Skin Seeking Place to Feed on Blood
Local
1 month ago
Health officials warn central IL residents to watch out for ticks this summer

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, ticks can spread illnesses including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, alpha-gal syndrome and ehrlichiosis.

The former Sangamo Club in downtown Springfield is about to have a new owner.
Local
1 month ago
Former Sangamo Club could become housing –SBJ

Asking price for the former Sangamo Club was around $600,000.

Man in a dark suit and light blue polka-dot tie speaks at a microphone in a formal chamber.
Local
1 month ago
Illinois lawmakers fail to pass Bears bill despite goal line push

Senate approves bill aimed at addressing concerns, but House punts the issue.

House Democrats surround Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, as they vote on the fiscal year 2027 budget in the early hours of June 1, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Local
1 month ago
Session slog ends in $56B budget, new taxes on social media companies, crypto, fantasy sports

Gas tax increase suspended while new taxes on businesses plug revenue hole.

Excited Chicago Bears fan in an orange jersey and beanie throws up a Bears glove while holding a beer at the stadium in celebration.
Local
1 month ago
Hope remains, but time is short, for a Bears bill

A budget bill awaits debate and vote.

Illinois State Museum
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
1 month ago
Route 66 exhibit opens at Illinois State Museum

Museum officials said the collection includes a variety of Route 66 memorabilia, such as vintage souvenirs, neon signs, fiberglass advertising figures and Burma-Shave signs.

Local
1 month ago
Fun all around Springfield is on its way in June

Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield Stopped by The WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss all these amazing events.

State Rep. Barbara Flynn Currie, speaking on the Illinois House floor.
Local
1 month ago
Honoring ‘The Notorious BFC’

Much still undone at the Capitol.

Two college basketball players sprint toward the hoop during a fast break; Illinois in orange and FGCU in blue facing off on a crowded court.
Sports
1 month ago
Stojakovic returns to Illinois after withdrawing from NBA Draft

Illini wing gives Illinois another major boost heading into 2026-27 season.

The make and series are displayed on the side of a 1956 International Harvester S-130 pickup truck in Mason, Ill., Sunday, May 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Holly Meyer)
History
1 month ago
In farm country, an old American pickup truck becomes more than a workhorse

Pickups were made for work. Until the first purpose-built ones rolled off American assembly lines in the early 20th century, people DIY-ed their own.

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