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2 weeks ago
State Dems say they have housing solutions
IL Municipal League: Local governments don't want zoning jurisdiction usurped.
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Teen bicyclist dead after being struck by car in Springfield
The accident happened Monday on the east side
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Williamsville Public Library and Museum seeing pay off of switching to solar panels
“When you look at $4,000 a year, when you're on a tight budget, that does make a big difference."
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Van Meter: Data centers are here to stay, like it or not
Van Meter says there have been data centers in Sangamon County for decades.
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For the Illinois legislature, the end of the 2026 spring session is near
A state budget for FY 27 is the main thing lawmakers want to finish by Sunday night.
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‘Every day is Memorial Day at Camp Butler’
Springfield military cemetery is one of fourteen authorized by President Lincoln in 1862.
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Illinois grows millions of bushels of soybeans. Why aren’t we eating them?
More local infrastructure urgently needed for Illinois’ own crops, especially soybeans, to make it from farm to table.
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After misconduct accusation in ‘Broadview 6’ case, former lead prosecutor fired
Fallout continues after canceled trial as defense takes first step toward seeking sanctions.
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Proposed solar farm to be before Sangamon County Board in June
Solar farm planned south of New Berlin.
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Despite one problem being solved, more issues persist for owner of Springfield downtown Wyndham
The Wyndham's owner files for bankruptcy.
2 weeks ago
Man arrested after hours-long standoff in Menard County
Police used a drone to help locate Justin Thornley, 31.
3 weeks ago
Stroke awareness highlighted during ‘American Stroke Month’
As part of American Stroke Month, officials at Springfield Memorial Hospital are encouraging people to learn the warning signs of a stroke and take steps to reduce their risk factors before a medical emergency happens.
3 weeks ago
Lawmaker: IL is a leader in LGBTQ rights
A priority is to ban the use of tax dollars for conversion therapy.
3 weeks ago
Bill regulating powerful AI models advances as advocates say it’s only the first step
The measure aims to increase transparency and safety protocols around ‘frontier’ AI.
3 weeks ago
Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates opening of new Owen Marsh Elementary School
Students, staff, community members and the Marsh family gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony outside the new building, located next to the original school that has served the community for nearly 60 years.
3 weeks ago
‘Broadview 6’ trial canceled as prosecutors acknowledge misconduct before grand jury
Stunning decision comes days before rare federal misdemeanor trial was set to begin.
3 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.
3 weeks ago
Judge rejects request for special prosecutor to investigate ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ abuses
Ruling vindicates Eileen O’Neill Burke’s stance that state’s attorney lacks legal authority.
