One of Springfield’s signature summer programs is back for its 17th year, bringing the city’s rich history to life through interactive tours, performances and educational experiences.

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Illinois treasurer’s gift to Pope Leo? $8.65 of pontiff’s own money

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Pope Leo XIV speaks to Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican. Frerichs returned $8.65 of the Pope’s own money from the state’s unclaimed property system. (Photo courtesy of Treasurer Mike Frerichs’ Twitter account)

Robert Prevost had money in unclaimed property from closed PayPal account.

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Illinois bill limits how social media companies can target feeds to children

The measure passed with unanimous support in both chambers.

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Inside Obama’s presidential museum opening this month: The cost, the books and a beehive

The Obama Presidential Center is seen Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

A look at the numbers behind the former President Barack Obama's presidential museum.

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With Oval Office replica and skyline views of Chicago, Obama’s new museum is political and personal

Statues of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

Here’s a closer look at the top attractions of the campus that is expected to draw as many as 1 million visitors annually.

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From shamrocks to hearts: Where proceeds from the St. Patrick’s Day parade are going this year

The St. Patrick's Day parade in Springfield gives a check for $10,000 in proceeds to the Downtown Springfield Heritage Foundation, who is in turn giving the money to the new "My Heart's Downtown" initiative.

"My Heart's Downtown" says their efforts are already working.