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Sangamon County Board Chair Andy Van Meter speaks on WTAX.
Business
1 month ago
Transit project continues moving on, Van Meter says

Sangamon County Board Chair, Andy Van Meter stopped by the WTAX Morning NewsWatch to give us some insider on all the projects that are coming to the capital city.

HoneyBaked Ham says it wants to locate in Springfield.
Local
1 month ago
‘One of America’s most beloved legacy brands’ is looking at locating in Springfield

HoneyBaked Ham is looking at opening more locations in a number of states, including Illinois.

A player from the Joliet Slammers gives away a foul ball to spectators at the kickoff baseball game on April 30 at the Old Joliet Prison. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Julia Levy)
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
1 month ago
Big House Ballgame at Old Joliet Prison kicks off Route 66 festivities

The Joliet Slammers played the Gateway Grizzlies before fans celebrating Illinois and Hollywood history.

A Route 66 centennial logo ornament hung on display at Cozy Dog Drive In. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Chloe Park)
Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
1 month ago
‘More than just a road’: Illinois communities celebrate Route 66’s centennial (WITH PHOTOS)

Museums, diners and roadside attractions spruce up as the ‘Mother Road’ turns 100.

Ceremony at a memorial statue with uniformed attendees, a wreath, and a speaker at a podium.
Local
1 month ago
Remembering the fallen

One line-of-duty death is still one too many, says fire marshal spokesman.

State Rep. Norma Hernandez, D-Melrose Park, speaks to reporters after a hearing on Monday, May 11, 2025, at the Cook County Criminal Courthouse. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)
IL State News
1 month ago
Judge delays decision on special prosecutor for ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ to review new developments

Judge seeks assurances from Cook County State’s Attorney that nonviolent crimes would also be investigated.

Dick Allen, right, is the subject of a new documentary.
Sports
1 month ago
White Sox legend Dick Allen takes center stage in new documentary series

Historian Dr. David Fletcher highlights Allen’s impact on baseball, civil rights, and Chicago sports history.

State of Illinois flag
IL State News
1 month ago
Illinois earns top emergency preparedness ranking, jumping from middle to high performance tier

Illinois has earned a top-tier emergency preparedness ranking from Trust for America’s Health, jumping from the middle performance category in 2025 to high performance in 2026.

Chicago Bears
Sports
1 month ago
Bears undrafted rookie receiver Squirrel White retires

The move comes after White participated in rookie minicamp over the weekend.

Kids and others play basketball on a court newly installed at the Boys and Girls Club location at 15th and Monroe.
Local
1 month ago
New basketball court at Boys and Girls Clubs location means more than just play

Local officials cut a ribbon Monday on a new basketball court at the club location near 15th and Monroe.

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