Local
1 year ago
State wraps up case in challenge to assault weapons ban

Testimony rests on whether banned weapons are suited to military or civilian uses.

Local
1 year ago
Illinois’ top court says odor of burnt marijuana isn’t enough to search car

It is illegal to drive and smoke marijuana. But lawyers for the driver argued that the smell of burnt marijuana is not enough to believe a crime has occurred.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Education
1 year ago
University of Illinois System approves $8.3B operating budget for FY 2025

Increases in faculty, additional mental health resources and program enhancements are among budget priorities.

Local
1 year ago
Linemen show off their skills at the rodeo

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Around 1700 area high school students descended on […]

Local
1 year ago
Sangamon County Board approves Massey Commission amid spirited debate

Massey Commission officially formed while amendment to expand background checks for deputy applicants tabled.

Local
1 year ago
Sangamon County approves its first female sheriff

Crouch said she will enforce the assault weapons ban and will take a close look at hiring practices in the department.

Crime
1 year ago
Man arrested in Christian County for impersonating a police officer

Snow was arrested on charges of being a felon in possession of a weapon and impersonating a police officer.

Local
1 year ago
Gun expert says assault weapons ban ‘describes the most popular firearms I’m involved with’

Final witness for plaintiffs challenging Protect Illinois Communities Act takes the stand.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Senate Republicans again block Duckworth’s legislation to guarantee women’s rights to IVF

The Senate vote was Democrats’ latest attempt to force Republicans into a defensive stance on women’s health issues and highlight policy differences between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in the presidential race.