Assault rifle
Local
1 year ago
Appeals court keeps Illinois’ assault weapons ban in place

7th Circuit blocks, for now, lower court’s order that held the law unconstitutional.

Cereal rye cover crop
Agriculture
1 year ago
Illinois agriculture program offers savings for cover crops

The program offers a discount of up to $5 per acre on crop insurance for cover crops planted in fall 2024 and insured in 2025.

Arthur - Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Arthur – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week

Big orange tabbies are known all over the world for being snuggly, lovable sweethearts, and Arthur is no exception.

Local
1 year ago
Holiday Happenings: Check out fun & festive activities for the holidays

Check out our guide for holiday events that will get you in the festive spirit!

Road closed sign
Local
1 year ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Ninth Street closure for water main repairs

The affected lanes will remain closed until road surface repairs are completed.

Marge - Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Marge – Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

The kennels at SCACAC are still completely full. We need your help! THE ADOPTION FEE ON ALL DOGS HAS BEEN REDUCED TO $25.00 THRU DECEMBER 31ST!

Local
1 year ago
WORK WEEK WEATHER: Warm start to the week and snow possible mid-week

Temps cooling down and snow or a wintry mix possible by Friday.

Local
1 year ago
UPDATED: Lesko responds to alleged “paper play”

Sources: Move documents, generate cash, hire a friend
Clerk / recorder denies it all

1908 Race Riot sculptures in downtown Springfield and sign marking official Race Riot site.
Local
1 year ago
Biden adds to the nation’s list of national monuments during his term. There’s an appetite for more

Springfield’s 1908 Race Riot site is among the sites President Biden designated as national monuments during his term.