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Donor support makes early breast cancer detection possible

Early detection is pivotal in saving lives, and thanks to donors, Lincoln Memorial Hospital was able to do so.

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CWLP offers bill assistance through ‘Project RELIEF’ program

Project RELIEF is here to assist those who struggle paying their utility bill. Learn how you can qualify for bill assistance

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University enrollment in Illinois grows to 10-year high despite some declines

Campuses see more new undergraduates, fewer international grad students.

Illinois’ U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth speaks at an event in Springfield on Aug. 13, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

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Duckworth staffer dismissed in the wake of immigration accusations

Senator’s letter to ICE director states the employee acted without authority.

Dr. Oduche

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Clinic welcomes experienced psychiatrist to staff

The HSHS happily brings in Dr. Ebuka Edwin Oduche to their new psychiatry clinic in Springfield.

Part of a May, 2021 missing persons poster offering a reward for the discovery of Kenneth Brown.

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Coroner: Human skull belongs to man missing since 2021

An investigation into the death of Kenneth P. Brown, 42, continues.

A Prospect League team will soon be based in Decatur, thanks to the owners of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes.

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Prospect League coming to Decatur in summer of 2026

The owners of the Lucky Horseshoes also own a team in Quincy.

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Council OKs stadium deal

Non-profit "Friends of Robin Roberts Stadium" is the new owner.

Do you know who used this excavator to tear down half a home in Petersburg?

3 weeks ago

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying who used stolen excavator to destroy home

Still no suspect in the partial demolition of a Petersburg home.

Billy Ruple, Jr.

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Former state employee goes to prison for child porn distribution

Billy Ruple, Jr. worked for the Illinois Department of Human Services at the time.

Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, confers with Sen. Ram Villivalam on the Senate floor on Oct. 30, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

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Senate President Don Harmon avoids $10M fine after election board deadlocks

Harmon accused of accepting millions of dollars beyond contribution limits in 2024.

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House reprimands Illinois congressman over succession plan, angering Democrats

Garcia announced he was not seeking reelection earlier this month just before the deadline to file paperwork for the seat. By then, his chief of staff was the only candidate who had submitted the needed paperwork.

3 weeks ago

Council votes down landlord registry referendum

One Yes vote short of passage, some aldermen wanted a re-vote.

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Turner, Catholic Charities here to talk turkey

Insurers donate fifty birds to Breadline.

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Deja Voodoo and Lick Creek to rock Route 66 Motorheads for cancer research

A live music fundraiser event is coming soon to Route 66 Motorheads here in Springfield

An Illinois Department of Transportation plow gets ready to be loaded with salt ahead of the winter plowing season.

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IDOT: ‘Winter weather – get it together’

IDOT urges drivers to prepare for snow and ice

Chad Jones, Lincoln Land Community College

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LLCC basketball Coach Chad Jones earns IBCA’s highest honor

LLCC Woman's Basketball Coach, Chad Jones, indicted into the ICBA's Hall of Fame for 2026

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Allegiant Airlines to begin flights from Bloomington, IL to Phoenix-Mesa, AZ

Americas top rated budget friendly airline to begin new flights in the upcoming year

Arnold Rivera

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Vandalia man arrested on murder charge

43-year-old man recently arrested in connection to a sexual assault and murder investigation

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announces that Illinois drivers will be able to access their IDs via their Apple wallet at a Nov. 18, 2025, event. (Screenshot from Illinois.gov)

3 weeks ago

Illinois Secretary of State rolls out digital ID

It's secure, it's convenient, and it foils fake ID's.

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