Hornet
Pet of the Week
7 months ago
Hornet – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week

Hornet is a gorgeous brown tabby with white – including a charming tail “light”! He is around 2 years old.

Weller
Local
7 months ago
Weller assumes command of Illinois National Guard medical unit

Weller played a pivotal role in Illinois’ COVID-19 response.

Railroad tracks
Local
7 months ago
Pedestrian struck by train in Springfield

Police are asking the public to avoid the area while the incident remains under investigation.

Police lights
Crime
7 months ago
Update: Coroner identifies 19-year-old killed in early morning shooting

Monday’s autopsy confirmed the Stonington man died from multiple gunshot wounds.

Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly hands a flag to Meghan Carns, the widow of Trooper Clay Carns, who died on Dec. 23, 2024. John Fleet, 69, of Wilmington, was charged with violating Scott's Law, which is a Class 4 Felony. (Photo provided)
IL State News
7 months ago
Despite two decades of education and enforcement, drivers still failing Scott’s Law

Last year, Illinois State Police reported the highest number of crashes involving troopers.

Sun shining over field
Local
7 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Sunny and highs in the 50s for most of the week

Mild temps during the day, but a Freeze Watch is in effect for Monday night into Tuesday morning.

Local
7 months ago
Hundreds at Capitol protest Trump, Musk, DOGE

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Hundreds of people gathered for a protest rally […]

Local
7 months ago
Downtown Springfield, Inc. looks for community input

One attendee says the focus need to be on the Arts, Cuisine and Entertainment or ACE.