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Agriculture
1 year ago
Illinois crop report

Winter wheat emerged reached 89 percent, compared to the 5-year average of 83 percent.

Crime
1 year ago
Decatur man arrested in connection to Sangamon County burglaries

In the early morning hours of Sept. 29, Sangamon County deputies responded to burglar alarms at three businesses: Gusto’s Pizza in Dawson, Hilltop Convenience Store in Rochester, and Miss Kimmee’s in Springfield.

Ballots begin fed into voting machines at election office
Local
1 year ago
Sangamon County Recorder race decided by 31 votes

Langfelder, who captured 49.98% of the vote, said he’s potentially considering a discovery recount.

Education
1 year ago
District 186 considers $124M property tax levy for 2024, up 4.75%

Salaries and health insurance costs among reasons for the increase.

Local
1 year ago
Low-income residential CWLP customers can get help from Project RELIEF

Project RELIEF donations are collected primarily from CWLP customers who add $1 or more to their monthly bill.

Food Scene
1 year ago
Winners announced for 2024 Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge

Over 240 people participated, including “super voters” who dined at three or more participating restaurants.

Local
1 year ago
Amtrak Launches New Chicago-to-Miami Route as Rail Travel Gains Momentum

The “Floridian” runs daily, hauling passengers across 2,076 miles in just under two days.

Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Olaf – Meow Mobile’s Cat of the Week

Sangamon County Animal Control & Adoption Center is still very full of kittens. Cat adoptions are just $25 through Dec. 31.

Music 101.9 The Wolf
1 year ago
There’s a new #1 on The Wolf Top 5!

Morgan Wallen’s “Lies Lies Lies” takes over #1.