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3 weeks ago

Trump administration denies Illinois’ request for disaster relief — again

State sought FEMA help after days of severe weather in August.

3 weeks ago

FBI arrests Springfield man on federal charges

Mark Casey, 46, allegedly made threats against federal officials.

Anita McBride, co-author of "Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women"

4 weeks ago

Co-author of book on first ladies to be part of upcoming ALPLM discussion

Anita McBride will discuss how the role of a first lady has changed over the years.

7's Groceries, located at the former Save-a-Lot on Clear Lake Ave., is preparing to open.

4 weeks ago

Grocery, bookstore are among recipients of Springfield cannabis grants

A new grocery is planned where Save-a-Lot formerly did business.

4 weeks ago

Illinois ranks among the best for access to mental healthcare. Here’s how to find help

LifeStance Health reports on mental healthcare access in Illinois.

Dan and Annette Clow of Clow Controls with Joe Kulek and Brian Vogt of Henson Robinson marking the addition of Clow Controls to the Henson Robinson family.

4 weeks ago

Springfield’s Henson Robinson acquires assets of Decatur-based HVAC servicer

Clow Controls' five employees are now employed by Henson Robinson.

Jacob Gordon, weekend anchor at WAND-TV, is now becoming part of the station's morning news.

4 weeks ago

WAND’s Jacob Gordon joins the ‘Wake Up’ team

Reporter La’Miya Starnes will take over weekend evening anchor duties at WAND News.

4 weeks ago

UIS Sangamon Experience to host ‘Story Harvest’ event

The event will feature workshops exploring how oral histories can preserve memories, uncover overlooked stories and strengthen connections to the past.

State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, left, and Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons, right, are pictured outside the federal courthouse in Urbana on July 16, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Campbell)

4 weeks ago

Illinois Republicans seek attorney general’s help after Champaign County ballot errors

Clerk Aaron Ammons’ office distributed hundreds of ballots with mislabeled districts.

The price of a gallon of diesel fuel Tuesday, September 15 at a Road Ranger station near the Capitol Media Group studios in Springfield.

4 weeks ago

Pritzker declares Illinois a diesel disaster area, but fuel retailers are wary

Executive order allows broader use of tax-exempt, red-dyed diesel.

4 weeks ago

Clock ticking for Illinois data center regulation

Lawmakers, advocates believe regulations must be approved as soon as possible.

4 weeks ago

A final salute for unaccompanied veterans at Camp Butler Cemetery

Camp Butler honors unaccompanied and unclaimed veterans.

This man allegedly took $600 in donations from a Springfield bar.

4 weeks ago

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying donation box thief

Man allegedly took $600 in donations.

Lincoln Land Community College

4 weeks ago

LLCC Choir and Band to perform fall concerts

Performances throughout October, November, and December.

4 weeks ago

Cheapest gas stations in Springfield, Illinois

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Springfield, Illinois using data from Gas Buddy

4 weeks ago

McDonald’s sued over AI tool that recommends prices to US franchisees

The lawsuit, which was filed Friday in Illinois, said McDonald’s pricing tool uses artificial intelligence to collect data that competing franchises wouldn’t normally share, like store-level sales.

A memorial for the five people killed after the late-April, 2025 crash at the YNOT facility in Chatham is now available.

4 weeks ago

Chatham dedicates statue to honor memory of 5 killed in YNOT crash

The top represents the eternal flame, with the arcs representing the five children.

James Davis

4 weeks ago

Former Macon County correctional officer pleads guilty following DUI arrest

James Davis was placed on 12 months of conditional discharge after entering a plea agreement, court records show.

Clinton CUSD #15

4 weeks ago

Community input sought for Clinton superintendent search

Online survey to gather information on best qualities for future superintendent candidates.

The Salvation Army Family Store in Springfield will close October 24

4 weeks ago

Salvation Army in Springfield looking for a new thrift store location

The Family Store will close Oct. 24 after it was deemed no longer profitable.

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