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Group of officials and supporters on the steps in front of a statue at a government building, giving a press conference for Restore LGDF.
Local
2 months ago
Mayors fight for funds

State continues to look their way to balance the budget.

(File) 38 Special will perform this year at the Illinois State Fair.
Local
2 months ago
38 Special to perform free concert at Illinois State Fair Grandstand

38 Special has brought their signature blast of guitar-driven southern rock to audiences around the world for over five decades.

Michelle Hanneken, right, speaks at a memorial service held at the Illinois State Police Memorial Wall Wednesday, May 6, while Illinois State Police Heritage Foundation Executive Director Jarod Ingebrigtsen listens.
Local
2 months ago
Stories of memories, and fate, at first-ever Illinois State Police Memorial Wall service

Also, plans are in the works for a new Memorial Park Visitor’s Center.

Woman with glasses and a beige blazer speaks at a podium, Illinois Senate lanyard visible in front of blue curtains.
Local
2 months ago
Senate GOP counters progressive message

Minority leader says Chicago mayor could do more.

2026 Levitt AMP Music Series
Local
2 months ago
Levitt AMP Springfield music series releases 2026 schedule. See the full lineup here

Food, live music, family fun, and more.

Getting diesel gasoline
Local
2 months ago
Diesel fuel surges over $6 per gallon as prices continue to skyrocket

Fuel remains one of the highest operating costs in the industry, only second to labor costs.

The man in this surveillance photo stole items from a local church.
Crime
2 months ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspect in church thefts

Man allegedly stole items from local church.

LEFT TO RIGHT: Jay Shanle, Downtown Springfield, Inc., Sangamon County Board Chair Andy Van Meter, Mayor Misty Buscher, State Sen. Doris Turner, State Rep. Mike Coffey
Local
2 months ago
Mayor vetoes STAR ordinance, gets blowback

Ald. Williams accuses Buscher of being dishonest; Ald. Notariano reiterates disapproval of proposed “unelected” tourism district board.

Shelf of assorted party-size snack bags on supermarket shelves, including Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos-style brands.
Local
2 months ago
Frito-Lay warehouse project on hold

McCrady says market for salty snacks is down.

Concession trailer labeled 'Vose Concessions' at an outdoor event with two men near the window, one in a gray hoodie and the other in a blue jacket holding a foil tray.
Local
2 months ago
100 Days Out: The Illinois State Fair countdown is on

IL State Fair food vendors give a taste of August.

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