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Wheat field in LaSalle County, Illinois as the sun sets.
Agriculture
1 year ago
Illinois wheat producers vote to start a new check-off program

Illinois is the 11th largest wheat producer in the nation.

Congresswoman Budzinski
Local
1 year ago
Budzinski hears from residents at Chatham town hall meeting

Budzinski pledged to fight cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and veterans’ benefits. She said many towns in her district depend on these programs, with some seeing 60% to 70% of residents relying on Medicaid.

Wm. Van's Cafe
Food Scene
1 year ago
UPDATED: Wm. Van’s Cafe will not be changing ownership

A popular cafe in Springfield is changing hands and getting a new name rooted in Springfield’s history.

One bite. No cure. The tick-borne disease that turns meat lovers into vegetarians - whether they like it or not. Photo credit: Depositphotos.
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Tick-borne diseases skyrocket. Protect yourself before it’s too late

Lone star ticks, once considered a Southern problem, have now expanded into the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest.

Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, speaks with a colleague in the Illinois House on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jade Aubrey)
IL State News
1 year ago
Lawmakers moving forward on public defender reform

Bill in the Illinois Senate would create a statewide public defender’s office.

Crime of the Week
Crime
1 year ago
Crime of the Week: Break-in at Long John Silver’s

The break-in occurred around 1 a.m. on April 6.

Luke - APL Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Luke – APL Cat of the Week

Luke may be almost a year old, but he’s still a kitten at heart! This playful little guy is full of energy and loves interactive fun—whether it’s chasing a wand toy or popping bubbles mid-air, Luke is always up for a game.

ACE - APL Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
1 year ago
Meet Ace – APL Dog of the Week

Meet Ace, the tennis ball-obsessed 2-year-old pit bull mix who’s ready to bring endless fun and love into your life!

MMR Vacine
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
IDPH launches measles simulator with local school vaccination data

Sandburg Elementary has lowest vaccination rate among District 186 schools, according to IDPH data. See vaccination rates of schools throughout the state.

Old prescription bottles in medicine cabinet
Local
1 year ago
Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office hosts Drug Take Back Day

The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office is teaming up with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.