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2 weeks ago

Children’s clothing chain with Springfield location plans to close 150 stores

Company: Tariff costs impacting bottom line.

2 weeks ago

DOJ seeking Illinois voter data to purge suspected noncitizens, documents suggest

In court filing, intervenors say the Trump administration is concealing true purpose of its case.

2 weeks ago

Contract reached between ISU and buildings, grounds, and dining workers

Terms of the deal have not been released.

2 weeks ago

USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips

The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.

2 weeks ago

State museum adds some 66 kicks

Oral history is a part of this exhibit.

2 weeks ago

How Bikers Against Child Abuse empowers victims to move forward stronger

"It takes somebody with the heart, the drive, not to be afraid to protect that child. Everybody in our chapter, everywhere, has to be ready to lay down and take a bullet for that kid."

2 weeks ago

Renovations at Douglas, Lawrence school buildings in Springfield

Alternative ed moves out of Douglas, which will get a new roof.

2 weeks ago

Woman wanted after no-showing trial for concealment of Springfield woman’s death

Trial was to have started Monday for Gena English-Wheat, 59

2 weeks ago

Data center and a celebration for Scheel’s Sports Park

The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance's CEO Ryan McCrady stopped by The WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss the upcoming CyrusOne data center, and the new Scheels Sports Park.

2 weeks ago

Trump DOJ investigating ‘gender ideology’ in 3 dozen Illinois school districts

Feds cite Title IX, recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings as basis for inquiry.

2 weeks ago

See how much it costs to attend Chicago Cubs games

Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending Chicago Cubs games.

2 weeks ago

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani goes hitless in 4th straight game for the 1st time since 2022

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday after a 4-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals that he believes in his star to “come out of it at some point.”

2 weeks ago

Cubs activate closer Daniel Palencia from the 15-day injured list

“I think we are getting healthy,” manager Craig Counsell said. “We still got to perform, and we've performed really good the last two and a half weeks.”

2 weeks ago

Nearly half of Munetaka Murakami’s hits have been homers. It takes a lot to sustain that

The 26-year-old infielder from Japan is tied with Aaron Judge for the major league lead with 13 home runs.

2 weeks ago

Health costs mean uncertain fiscal future

A new UI report examines what is ahead for state spending.

2 weeks ago

CWLP issues water quality report

CWLP passes the test.

2 weeks ago

Who directs city’s lobbyist?

Jessica Basham indicated the city favored a downtown development bill; Ald. Gregory proposes a lobbyist specifically for the east side.

2 weeks ago

A UIS professor researching water, heat, and the impacts on cities

Their research shows that shaded areas in urban environments can be up to 36 degrees cooler.

2 weeks ago

Dozens gather to honor fallen veterans at Springfield cemetery

"I ask that you remember and sacrifice some suffering endured by their families and loved ones," said a Gold Star family member.

2 weeks ago

1 hurt in 2-vehicle crash in Sangamon County

Dust storm may be to blame.

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