New SFD firefighters
Local
1 year ago
14 new firefighters bolster Springfield’s ranks, ready to protect the Capital City

The new firefighters have completed emergency medical training, basic operations of firefighting, and advanced emergency medical training.

Lake Springfield
Local
1 year ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Sunny & Hot!

Temps in the upper 80s

Adams Street Fire
Business
1 year ago
Owner shares update for Adams St. buildings 2 months after massive fire

The 409/411 structure that houses Café Moxo and the apartments above will definitely be saved.

Durbin at DNC
Local
1 year ago
Illinois Democrats look to invest resources in swing states

Many believe abortion rights message will now sell in GOP territory

Education
1 year ago
U of I among the top schools with the greatest economic impact from international students

International students at the top three institutions account for $1.6 billion in economic impact.

Local
1 year ago
Most expensive homes for sale in Springfield

#1 lists for over $1 million

Lincoln and Mary statute near CVB visitor center
Business
1 year ago
Tourism in 2023 generated $601M, boosted jobs and tax revenue for Springfield

Tourism also funneled $18.8 million into local tax revenue and directly supported 5,000 jobs in the tourism and hospitality sector.

Education
1 year ago
Central Illinois school districts facing bus driver shortage

The Rochester School District is among the districts and are working to attract more applicants by offering initiatives and signing bonuses.