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2 weeks ago

Justice Miller’s big bequest

$3.2 million includes $1.2 million for seven women- and children-focused charities.

Vault 66 Pinball

2 weeks ago

Pinball has arrived downtown

Vault 66 joins Dumb Records as pinball parlors.

2 weeks ago

Crash kills driver police were chasing

Christian County deputy aborted the chase because of high speeds.

2 weeks ago

Sewer woes push family out … for 16 months and counting

The city blames a third-party contractor.

2 weeks ago

Lawsuit alleging failure to prevent abuse filed against Springfield Catholic Archdiocese

The alleged abuse occurred between 1991 and 1994.

2 weeks ago

Budzinski talks infrastructure

Local Congresswoman says there would be more for state if Trump administration would free up the money.

Springfield Ward 7 Alderman Brad Carlson

2 weeks ago

Carlson: Count me in

All eligible aldermen are expected to seek re-election.

2 weeks ago

Water meter theft is Crime of the Week

It happened June 29 in Illiopolis.

2 weeks ago

Pacha: City falls down on basic services

Frequent public commenter is upset about Buscher's campaign contributions.

2 weeks ago

A professor becomes an author

Author of “How to Think Like an Ecologist: A Non-Scientist’s Guide to Saving Our Planet” was on the WTAX Morning Newswatch.

2 weeks ago

‘Frozen’ takes the stage at The Muni

Cast members from The Muni's "Frozen" were on The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming show.

Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center (File photo by Whitney Curtis for ProPublica & Capitol News Illinois)

2 weeks ago

Pritzker defends Choate layoffs

The governor awaits ISP report on January's fatal East St Louis shooting.

Mike Murphy, CEO, Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

2 weeks ago

Murphy talks up Chamber

Job fair and Shoes, Brews, and Biz are coming up.

2 weeks ago

Brad Cole to retire from IL Municipal League

Rockford mayor Tom McNamara will succeed him.

Springfield Police Department shield

2 weeks ago

SPD: Zero tolerance on guns

Officers seized nine weapons and made eight arrests in seven hours late Saturday and early Sunday.

Link -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

2 weeks ago

Meet Link — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Active, energetic, and friendly...everything you want in a young Lab.

NOAA/NWS slide titled "Today’s Severe Weather Outlook" showing Left: Key Points about enhanced risk, timing and storm motion; Right: color-coded SPC Day 1 map of central U.S. with risk levels 1–3 (green, yellow, orange) and a legend; date July 27, 2026, 11:06 AM CDT; logos for NOAA/NWS Lincoln, IL.

2 weeks ago

High winds possible

Tornado threat is "not zero."

2 weeks ago

SNAP discussion

It's difficult to find opportunities to fulfill work requirements.

Side profile of a man with gray hair speaking into a microphone at a wooden lectern; a sign behind him reads 'No unauthorized personnel beyond this point'

2 weeks ago

DSI emphasizes residents over tourists

Director says locals provide long-term gain, while tourism is seasonal.

Assorted sports gear on green grass: soccer ball, tennis rackets, a yellow helmet, a baseball/football, gloves, shoes, a shuttlecock, and headphones scattered together.

2 weeks ago

Plans for IL Sports Hall of Fame

It could open at Scheels Sports Park in 2028.

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