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FILE - A giant ladle glows red after pouring molten iron in to a vessel inside the basic oxygen furnace as part of the processes of making steel at the U.S. Steel Granite City Works facility Thursday, June 28, 2018, in Granite City, Ill. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)
Business
1 month ago
US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago

U.S. Steel on Thursday cited “customer demand” in beginning the process of restarting a blast furnace at the plant in Southern Illinois.

A newborn getting a vaccine.
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
State questions federal backing off recommendation of Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns

Vohra, pediatrician: The change lacks scientific basis.

Prevent Child Abuse Illinois
Local
1 month ago
Prevent Child Abuse Illinois asking for support for its mission

Prevent Child Abuse Illinois provides training on prevention, among other efforts.

Plaid -- Animal Protective League Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Plaid — APL Cat of the Week

“…a soft spirit and striking colors”

Percy -- Animal Protective League Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Percy — APL Dog of the Week

Always happy and energetic!

Local
1 month ago
Airport wins American’s ‘2025 Customer Cup’

The award is given through American Airlines.

Business
1 month ago
Bankers Association announces a pending change in leadership

President and CEO of the Illinois Bankers Association, announces his retirement in spring 2026

Students at Lincoln Magnet School talk to an astronaut on the International Space Station with the help of amateur radio operators.
Education
1 month ago
(Inter)Stellar: Springfield students get chance to talk with astronauts on International Space Station

Students were ready for liftoff to a conversation with the International Space Station.

The Scheel's Sports Done, from June, 2025
Sports
1 month ago
New SCHEELS Sports Park set to host soft opening next weekend

If you are eager to see inside of the dome at the new SCHEELS Sports Park, your chance is coming soon to take a step inside for some fun.

Local
1 month ago
AI error blamed for post wrongly reporting injured Springfield firefighters

Artificial intelligence and irresponsible social media posts don’t mix.

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