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3 weeks ago
McDonald’s tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu
Some of the items already cost less than $3 in some parts of the U.S., but others don't.
4 weeks ago
A ‘200 million dollar investment’: Lawmaker proposes measure that could expand BOS Center, build new downtown hotel
Lawmakers: No new taxes for Springfield residents to pay for the project if approved.
4 weeks ago
Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Illinois
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Illinois using data from Zillow.
4 weeks ago
March Madness: Here’s a storyline to watch about each of the Final Four teams in the men’s field
Here are storylines to watch on each of the teams that will play in Saturday's national semifinals in Indianapolis.
4 weeks ago
The Final Four is set as UConn stuns Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan
Illinois is a 1 1/2-point favorite over UConn and, in reality, it's the Huskies, at plus-550, who are the biggest long shot in Indy.
4 weeks ago
Legislation advances that would allow community colleges to award four-year degrees
The measure would create a community college baccalaureate program aimed at addressing workforce shortages and expanding access to higher education.
4 weeks ago
Do-it-yourself projects can save money and build confidence, or do the opposite
For beginners, taking on a project can seem daunting and some people don't know who or where to turn to.
4 weeks ago
Photo exhibit captures Springfield’s Route 66 sites
The Pharmacy displays a dozen David Schwartz portraits.
4 weeks ago
Sangamon County Fair hosts free ‘Thank You’ event Saturday
A non-perishable food donation enters you into a chance to win VIP grandstand tickets.
4 weeks ago
‘Girl Brunch’ combines fun, fundraising for BGCCIL
The organization is launching Girl Brunch, a "high-energy women's event" combining shopping, brunch, and a sing-along dance party.
4 weeks ago
Local for-profit newspapers become not-for-profits next week
A number of print publications across the country are becoming not-for-profit entities.
4 weeks ago
Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use
In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.
