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Man in a navy suit delivers a speech at a wooden podium, with an American flag to the left and a blue curtain backdrop.

6 days ago

Alexi’s e-bike legislation passes

The goal is not only safety, but also for laws to keep up.

This trolley is used to provide tours of historic sites in Springfield that's part of the "History Comes Alive" program.

6 days ago

‘History Comes Alive’ returns to Springfield for 17th season

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.

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)

6 days ago

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

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

Gregory Gilmore is the new U.S. Attorney for the Central District of Illinois.

6 days ago

New U.S. Attorney for Springfield, Central Illinois sworn in

Gregory Gilmore was given his oath Monday.

Hand for drinking water to live through drought, Concept drought and crisis environment.

6 days ago

Climate trends contributing to more severe drought conditions across Illinois

"Poor planning of water resources can actually generate more frequent drought conditions," Ford said.

Bryan Hatcher

6 days ago

Man charged with grooming 15-year-old girl given pretrial release

Bryan Hatcher, 22, is accused of grooming, possessing child sexual assault material, and sharing a sexual video of an adult woman without her consent. 

Man in a dark suit at a wooden podium addressing a formal session, flanked by two colleagues in a legislative chamber with flags behind them.

6 days ago

Detention centers, exoneree restitution, foster care protections among final bills to pass

Dozens of bills passed on the final session days — here are some of the most significant.

Framed parchment with dense handwritten text displayed on a wall/gallery setting.

6 days ago

New exhibit examines post-Civil War America

"The Second American Revolution" is at the ALPLM Friday through Jan. 17.

6 days ago

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

The measure passed with unanimous support in both chambers.

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

6 days ago

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

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

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)

6 days ago

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

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

Springfield firefighters were at the scene of a fire on South 16th Street Wednesday, June 3.

6 days ago

1 hurt during fire at Springfield east side home

The cause of the fire wasn't released.

Uniformed officer at a wooden lectern addressing a city council meeting, with council members behind a long desk and audience seating in the foreground.

6 days ago

Police handling of a Black teenager concerns aldermen

Williams wants to spread the word about the police chief -- and the mayor.

Sangamon and Menard County Crime Stoppers say these six suspects are wanted for various offenses.

6 days ago

Crime of the Week: Help needed finding suspects wanted for various crimes

These subjects are wanted on active warrants for a variety of offenses, including felony theft, drug-related crimes, DUI, and other serious offenses.

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.

6 days ago

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

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

Orange warning triangle on the road shoulder with a blurred white car and person in the background.

1 week ago

TIM Track will simulate roadway conditions to train police, IDOT

TIM stands for Traffic Incident Management.

A laundry room in a home.

1 week ago

How to make a laundry room a more functional space

Homeowners can consider these tips to make laundry rooms more functional spaces.

Vehicle maintenance must be a priority before road trippers hit the highways and backroads.

1 week ago

A guide to road trip vehicle maintenance

Follow these road trip maintenance checks to ensure that a vehicle is road-ready.

A “Credit Card Chaos” ad appears on a drivable billboard a few blocks from the Illinois Capitol during the legislature’s final stretch. The Illinois law that it targets suffered a pair of setbacks this week. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

1 week ago

Illinois’ ‘swipe fee’ law on the brink after another delay, adverse court ruling

Banks get upper hand in yearslong fight after federal rule changes, court interpretation.

Most public school students in Illinois will no longer be allowed to use their cell phones in school next year under legislation that Gov. JB Pritzker says he intends to sign. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

1 week ago

Cell-phone ban, loosening foreign language requirements among education bills to pass

Lawmakers expand in-state tuition, amend child care licensing.

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