Local
7 months ago
City of Springfield to host open houses to connect with community

Each open house will focus on a different department and offer resources for the community.

Wheat field in LaSalle County, Illinois as the sun sets.
Agriculture
7 months ago
Illinois wheat producers vote to start a new check-off program

Illinois is the 11th largest wheat producer in the nation.

Congresswoman Budzinski
Local
7 months ago
Budzinski hears from residents at Chatham town hall meeting

Budzinski pledged to fight cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and veterans’ benefits. She said many towns in her district depend on these programs, with some seeing 60% to 70% of residents relying on Medicaid.

Wm. Van's Cafe
Food Scene
7 months ago
UPDATED: Wm. Van’s Cafe will not be changing ownership

A popular cafe in Springfield is changing hands and getting a new name rooted in Springfield’s history.

One bite. No cure. The tick-borne disease that turns meat lovers into vegetarians - whether they like it or not. Photo credit: Depositphotos.
Health & Wellness
7 months ago
Tick-borne diseases skyrocket. Protect yourself before it’s too late

Lone star ticks, once considered a Southern problem, have now expanded into the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest.

Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, speaks with a colleague in the Illinois House on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jade Aubrey)
IL State News
7 months ago
Lawmakers moving forward on public defender reform

Bill in the Illinois Senate would create a statewide public defender’s office.

Crime of the Week
Crime
7 months ago
Crime of the Week: Break-in at Long John Silver’s

The break-in occurred around 1 a.m. on April 6.

Luke - APL Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
7 months ago
Meet Luke – APL Cat of the Week

Luke may be almost a year old, but he’s still a kitten at heart! This playful little guy is full of energy and loves interactive fun—whether it’s chasing a wand toy or popping bubbles mid-air, Luke is always up for a game.

ACE - APL Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
7 months ago
Meet Ace – APL Dog of the Week

Meet Ace, the tennis ball-obsessed 2-year-old pit bull mix who’s ready to bring endless fun and love into your life!

MMR Vacine
Health & Wellness
7 months ago
IDPH launches measles simulator with local school vaccination data

Sandburg Elementary has lowest vaccination rate among District 186 schools, according to IDPH data. See vaccination rates of schools throughout the state.