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Sports
3 days ago
Nationals acquire Curtis Mead from White Sox in exchange for catcher Boston Smith

Mead, who was designated for assignment on Wednesday, was signed by Philadelphia as an international free agent in May 2018.

March Madness
Sports
3 days ago
Buzzer sounds nonstop for about 7 minutes, causing delay in Iowa-Illinois March Madness game

The game ultimately resumed with the big scoreboard still off.

Protestors gather outside that Illinois State Capitol on March 28 for the third in a series of nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations protesting the federal government. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Local
3 days ago
‘We need to show our solidarity,’: Springfield ‘No Kings’ protest attracts over 1,000

The protest is the third in a series of nonviolent demonstrations across the country.

The Fighting Illini men's basketball team celebrate their advancement to the Final Four after defeating Iowa Saturday night.
Sports
3 days ago
Illinois powers its way to its first Final Four in 21 years, beating Iowa 71-59

Illinois never led in the first half but took its first lead just after halftime.

Local
4 days ago
Photo exhibit captures Springfield’s Route 66 sites

The Pharmacy displays a dozen David Schwartz portraits.

Downtown Springfield with Capitol in the distance
Local
4 days ago
Lots of fun to be had in Springfield in April

Spring kicks off Springfield’s “busy” tourism season.

Sangamon County Fair
Entertainment
4 days ago
Sangamon County Fair hosts free ‘Thank You’ event Saturday

A non-perishable food donation enters you into a chance to win VIP grandstand tickets.

Lincoln Greens Golf Course is near Lake Springfield.
Local
4 days ago
Cause of death revealed in fatal Lincoln Greens accident

Daniel Crumrine died of “crush injuries,” said the Coroner.

Jimmy Clayton becomes the President and CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce April 1.
Business
4 days ago
New CEO of Illinois Chamber of Commerce named

Jimmy Clayton replaces Lou Sandoval, who left the chamber in November, 2025.

alcohol abuse
IL State News
4 days ago
Champaign imposes temporary alcohol restrictions ahead of Illini Elite Eight game

Mayor issues emergency order to promote public safety, limit glass containers, and restrict deliveries near campus.