The Springfield Business Journal Report

One business closes a retail operation, another expands, and the purchase of a building involving Illinois State Police.

By Will Stevenson June 4, 2026 11:23 am

Springfield Business Journal Report — Capitol City Now

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Each week, Springfield Business Journal Executive Editor Michelle Ownbey talks about local business news with Will Stevenson on the WTAX Morning Newswatch.

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11 hours ago

NWS confirms EF-1 tornado in Springfield Wednesday night

A derecho produced widespread wind damage across the northern portion of the state.

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23 hours ago

Round 2 of severe weather in Central Illinois: More downed trees, gusty winds

Plenty remain without power after round two of severe weather.

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23 hours ago

Storms damage planes, hangars at Springfield airport following storms

Several hangars appeared to have been damaged with walls and roofs torn away.

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11 hours ago

Springfield man arrested on multiple sexual assault charges

An investigation uncovered additional unreported crimes.

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2 days ago

APL buildings ‘totaled,’ says head, but all pets are safe

APL will likely rebuild, but now can you help in the meantime?