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Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Massey’s death underscores state delay in launching mental health response program

Law aimed at helping people experiencing crisis was originally set to go live in 2022.

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Crime
2 years ago
Sister of murder suspect arrested in McClinton shooting case

Daniels was arrested for conspiracy to commit murder and aggravated battery.

Reed
Crime
2 years ago
Man accused of murdering DCFS worker found guilty, but mentally ill

Diedre Silas was killed while making a home visit in Thayer in 2022.

Crime
2 years ago
Multiple people struck by car near 5th and North Grand early Thursday morning; driver arrested

The vehicle ran over the legs of a woman who had been sitting on the sidewalk.

Local
2 years ago
How about a new flag?

Alexi: “Time for a brush-up”

Doris Turner
Local
2 years ago
Downtown YMCA to dedicate gymnasium in honor of Sen. Doris Turner

The “Doris Turner Gymnasium” recognizes Turner’s support and efforts in securing funding for the YMCA building.

SPD grads
Local
2 years ago
16 new Springfield Police Department recruits graduate from law enforcement academy

They will now complete five weeks of additional training at the SPD Academy.

Local
2 years ago
As Illinois receives praise for its cannabis equity efforts, stakeholders still working on system’s flaws

New entrants to marijuana market still struggle against entrenched businesses.

Reed
Crime
2 years ago
Benjamin Reed pleads insanity for murder of DCFS worker

Various psychiatrists had diagnosed Reed with major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, cannabis abuse, nicotine dependency, and a personality disorder with antisocial and borderline traits.