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4 days ago
Chicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives
"We will provide an update when we have a decision to share,” the team said in its statement.
4 days ago
Health officials warn central IL residents to watch out for ticks this summer
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, ticks can spread illnesses including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, alpha-gal syndrome and ehrlichiosis.
5 days ago
Former Sangamo Club could become housing –SBJ
Asking price for the former Sangamo Club was around $600,000.
6 days ago
Route 66 exhibit opens at Illinois State Museum
Museum officials said the collection includes a variety of Route 66 memorabilia, such as vintage souvenirs, neon signs, fiberglass advertising figures and Burma-Shave signs.
1 week ago
In farm country, an old American pickup truck becomes more than a workhorse
Pickups were made for work. Until the first purpose-built ones rolled off American assembly lines in the early 20th century, people DIY-ed their own.
1 week ago
In a city with an iconic skyline, the Obama presidential museum aims to reshape Chicago architecture
Residents have compared it to a grain elevator, ship from “Star Wars” and a mausoleum.
1 week ago
ABC stations call FCC’s early call for license renewal ‘unconstitutional’
The FCC's move in April to begin early reviews of the broadcast licenses of ABC-owned stations in eight local markets attracted particularly close attention.
1 week ago
Are home prices going up in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how home prices are changing in 2026 in Springfield, IL.
1 week ago
Long before McDonald’s, Maid Rite pioneered the American drive-thru
"The original way — mustard, chopped onion, chopped pickles, scoop of ground beef ... 1-2-3-4 this is what the Maid-Rite is. You made that in all of 15 seconds — I do 15 in a minute," said Owner Sam Quasi.
1 week ago
Lawmakers approve bill to regulate e-bikes, scooters
Speed limits and age restrictions part of new limits.
1 week ago
Why your co-worker might be listening to music tuned to 432 hertz
Music recorded in 432 hertz (cycles per second) is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services, where users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning, everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley.
1 week ago
Summer Baseball is back
Summertime Baseball is back! Jamie Toole Chief Storyteller of The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes stopped by The WTAX Morning NewsWatch
1 week ago
Independent bookstores are multiplying, although many people still think they’re dying out
Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, is used to strangers expressing sympathy when they learn what she does for a living. "It's all so funny," she says. "When I tell them I run the trade association for independent stores, they'll say, 'It's just so sad that they're disappearing.'
1 week ago
Thank you for being a friend: ‘Golden Girls’ to perform in Springfield
The Springfield show is, so far, the only Illinois stop as part of a fall tour starting September 30 and continuing through November 28.
1 week ago
Bipartisan AI safety, privacy bills await action in Illinois House
While some people hate the idea of AI, lawmakers know the technology is here to stay and Illinois must regulate it.
2 weeks ago
You should be dancing, yeah. Moving to music offers all kinds of benefits as you age
Moving to music is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Medical professionals say it doesn't matter if it's Western line dancing, ballroom steps, salsa, tap, Zumba at the gym, or with a group
2 weeks ago
Abortion advocates urge additional reproductive health support from Illinois
The call comes amid a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing access to telehealth medication abortions.
2 weeks ago
Illinois launches online directory of breweries, distilleries, and wineries across the state
The Illinois Liquor Control Commission has launched an online directory and interactive map of breweries, brew pubs, distilleries, and wineries across the state at ilcc.illinois.gov.
2 weeks ago
A perfect getaway from Springfield: Dive into family fun at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
A great deal on a great getaway from Springfield Real Deals!
2 weeks ago
Plastic bags don’t go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?
Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They're impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of. If thrown in the trash, they can take up to hundreds of years to degrade in landfills and release harmful microplastics into the environment.
