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The "Stork Stop" program provides baby clothing and postpartum supplies at no cost to patients in need.
Health & Wellness
28 minutes ago
OSF clinic in Forsyth launches ‘Stork Stop’ donation closet for families

Program provides baby clothing and postpartum supplies at no cost to patients in need.

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Local
2 hours ago
Illinois Lottery promotes responsible play during problem gambling awareness month

Throughout March, the Illinois Lottery will distribute responsible gaming messaging through radio, outdoor advertising, digital and social media outreach, and in-store engagement with players and retailers.

Jane Ruby, president of the League of Women Voters of Chicago, speaks at a March 2, 2026 news conference introducing the Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Act. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
IL State News
3 hours ago
Illinois lawmakers call for governor-appointed Epstein investigatory commission

Commission would investigate Illinois-based crimes connected to notorious sex trafficker.

Tommy -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Pet of the Week
22 hours ago
Meet Tommy — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

“Tommy is a hunky orange and white gent.”

Jelly Bean -- Friends of SCAC DOTW
Pet of the Week
22 hours ago
Meet Jelly Bean — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Jelly Bean is looking for a fresh start.

Crime
23 hours ago
Proposal: Harsher penalties for dogfighting in Springfield

A recent arrest inspires a new ordinance in Springfield.

Gena English-Wheat, 59, arrested February 24 on a charge of Concealment of Death.
Crime
24 hours ago
Woman charged with hiding elderly Springfield woman’s death

Gena English-Wheat, 59, charged with Concealment of Death.

SSGA
Local
1 day ago
Thrive: A book for the community, by the community

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance (SSGA) published a […]

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