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James Eiskant
Crime
11 months ago
Taylorville man sent to prison for abusing disabled teen, violating probation

Because of the guilty plea, James Eiskant was re-sentenced in two other cases as well.

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions during a news conference Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
11 months ago
Guard not needed in Chicago, Pritzker tells AP during tour of city to counter Trump’s crime claims

Trump and Pritzker, eyed as a possible 2028 presidential contender, have traded insults for days over a supposed plan that could deploy the National Guard to Chicago and Baltimore, as the administration has done in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.

President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House, Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
IL State News
11 months ago
Trump administration asks military base outside Chicago for support on immigration operations

Details about the administration’s plans for Chicago remain scarce.

FILE - The Walgreens logo on a pharmacy and retail store, Aug. 13, 2025, in Newton, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Business
11 months ago
Sycamore Partners finishes deal to take drugstore chain Walgreens private

Walgreens had announced in March that it agreed to be acquired by Sycamore Partners in a deal valued at around $10 billion.

Flock safety police law enforcement license plate reader setup outside to help catch vehicle speeders.
Local
11 months ago
Hundreds of police departments use camera company accused of breaking state law, Springfield included

Giannoulias alleges Flock Safety improperly shared data with federal border officials.

Robin Roberts Stadium
Local
11 months ago
Park Board approves transfer of Robin Roberts Stadium back to city

The Lucky Horseshoes want to be able to add things like storm drainage and artificial turf, so, they say, more games and more events can be held at the stadium.

This vehicle was recently seen at Lake Springfield.
Crime
11 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspects in damage, theft at Lake Springfield Marina

Gas tanks among other things were stolen from the marina.

Christobal Santana
Crime
11 months ago
Man convicted of attempted murder of Illinois State Trooper in Springfield

Christobal Santana can now be sent to Chicago for a murder trial there.

UIS Men's Soccer
Sports
11 months ago
UIS Men’s Soccer ranked 8th in GLVC coaches’ poll for Fall 2025 season

This preseason ranking positions the Prairie Stars on track for a GLVC Tournament berth, which would mark their ninth consecutive appearance.