IL State News
3 weeks ago
Bears, hemp on JB’s mind

“It is a shame on legislators and on this state that we are not already doing something about” regulating intoxicating hemp, Pritzker said.

Ozzie Smith
Sports
3 weeks ago
Cardinals Hall of Famer to visit Springfield for stadium fundraiser

Proceeds will help pay for needed stadium improvements.

FILE - Chicago Cubs' Anthony Rizzo celebrates at third base after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday, July 25, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, File)
Sports
3 weeks ago
Anthony Rizzo will retire as a Chicago Cub and become a team ambassador

“Anthony Rizzo was the face of one of the most successful eras in Chicago Cubs history, and we are so excited he will be a part of our organization for many years to come,” Cubs executive chairman Tom Ricketts said in a statement.

University of Illinois's Memorial Stadium
Sports
3 weeks ago
Why a donor gave $100 million, a record, to U of I Athletics program

“U of I had a profound impact on Larry. He has always been generous with his time, but now he is generous with his money too for the athletic department.”

Memorial Stadium at the University of Illinois.
Sports
3 weeks ago
University of Illinois renames Memorial Stadium to Gies Memorial Stadium after record $100 million gift

Gies’ contribution honors his late father, U.S. Army veteran Larry Gies Sr., and aims to preserve the legacy of military sacrifice.

The Harlem Globetrotters will play in Springfield Jan. 8, 2026.
Local
3 weeks ago
Harlem Globetrotters return to Springfield in January

The Bank of Springfield Center (BOS) says as part of their 100th anniversary tour, the Harlem Globetrotters will play here January 8.

Soldier Field
Sports
3 weeks ago
Bears president all but shuts door on team staying in city, says ‘future home’ in Arlington Heights

“Moving outside of the city of Chicago is not a decision we reached easily,” Warren said.

Sports
3 weeks ago
Illinois Football climbs to No. 9 in AP Poll after dominant win at Duke

The Illini jumped two spots in the AP poll and three in the Coaches Poll following a commanding 45-19 road victory over Duke.

Janet Gooch is the Chancellor of the University of Illinois Springfield.
Local
4 weeks ago
UIS chancellor named to special NCAA committee

The university says in a news release Janet Gooch will serve on the NCAA Committee on Access, Opportunity, and Impact.

Grant Park in Chicago hosted three NASCAR Cup Series races that were partially funded by grants from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Ben Szalinski)
Sports
4 weeks ago
Illinois’ tourism push includes millions for NASCAR events

Metro East race sponsorship is part of $44M Enjoy Illinois campaign