President-elect Donald Trump speaks at a rally ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
National
1 year ago
Trump pledges a series of Day 1 executive actions to end ‘four long years of American decline’

Trump said he’d take quick action on everything from cracking down on the U.S.-Mexico border to promoting oil drilling, reining in the federal workforce and eradicating diversity programs.

Black and white of Lei Yixin's granite statue “The Stone of Hope”, part of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. a national memorial located in West Potomac Park.
History
1 year ago
Springfield honors Martin Luther King Jr with day of reflection, service, and art

On Monday, Springfield will honor King’s enduring legacy with a series of events including a breakfast at the Crowne Plaza and readings of King’s “I Have a Dream” speech at the ALPLM.

Crime
1 year ago
One man dead after fire in Springfield

The death is currently under investigation.

Local
1 year ago
Scholarship Opportunity For High School Seniors

The deadline to apply is March 14.

Illinois Supreme Court
IL State News
1 year ago
Illinois Supreme Court hears arguments on a challenge to Illinois’ concealed carry law

State appellate defender says law infringes on Second Amendment right to ‘open carry’

Cardinals Caravan
Weekend Rundown
1 year ago
WEEKEND RUNDOWN: Looking for something to do this weekend in Springfield?

See more fun things to do in Springfield on the Capitol City Now events calendar.

The northern facade of the Department of Justice building in the Nations capital .
Local
1 year ago
Justice Department strikes agreement and resolves investigation into Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office

The agreement includes training on non-discriminatory policing and interactions with people with behavioral health disabilities. It also requires a mobile crisis team program with trained behavioral health staff to respond to urgent needs.

Law enforcement vehicles outside of Monster Pawn on MacArthur Blvd. on July 23, 2024
Crime
1 year ago
Monster Pawn shops at center of alleged retail crime operation

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul alleged the Pierces and their employees knowingly bought items like televisions, tools, and video game equipment still in original packaging, often stolen from retailers.

Local
1 year ago
Round 2 of Springfield City Budget Hearings

Springfield, IL (Capitol City Now) It was the second night this week for hearings […]