Local News from WMAY
IDOT Warns of Possible Pavement Failures During Extreme Heat
You can report pavement failures to IDOT by calling 800-452-4368 or by reaching out to law enforcement via 911.
6h ago
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Turner Touting Grants for Local Public Libraries and School Districts
The money is part of the Illinois Secretary of State's Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants, Security and Co...
7h ago
Springfield City Council Discussing Renewing Flock Safety Contract
Flock Safety has increasingly come under scrutiny nationwide due to its facial recognition technology and data collection.
14h ago
Chatham to Host Reading of Declaration of Independence on Saturday
The event begins at noon at Veterans Memorial Square.
14h ago
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Pritzker Issues State Disaster Proclamation for 11 Counties
The proclamation covers Kankakee, McLean, Stephenson and Winnebago counties for severe weather events that took place in Marc...
14h ago
Bailey Campaign Using AI Images and Video
Bailey's campaign has made AI-generated images and videos a regular part of its social media content.
14h ago
Springfield Memorial Hospital Receives National Nursing Award
The hospital received "Magnet With Distinction" recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center on Monday
14h ago
IDNR Says Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
While there are some smaller fireworks that are legal in Illinois, handheld fireworks, including firecrackers, roman candles ...
Jun 30, 2026
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ALPLM to Welcome U.S. Rep. James Clyburn on July 7th
Clyburn is in his 17th term, has received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his service in Congress, was the first Africa...
Jun 30, 2026
Extreme Heat to Continue Through Thursday
Cooling centers include City of Springfield offices, the Lincoln Library, St. John's Breadline, Salvation Army on Clear Lake ...
Jun 30, 2026
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New Family Room Opens at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital
The family room includes updated furnishings, a bathroom with a shower, washer, dryer, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker,...
Jun 30, 2026
Pritzkers Signs Over 60 Bills Since Friday
The law, which takes effect January 1, will prohibit landlords from levying fees or fines for a lease modification or renewal...
Jun 30, 2026
Update: Suspect in Sunday Afternoon Shooting Found Dead
Scott C. Schattl, 52 was found in his vehicle in Stark County dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Jun 29, 2026
State Officials Urge Precaution as Extreme Heat Moves Into the Area
It is recommended during these high temperatures to drink plenty of water, wear lightweight loose clothing, limit your time o...
Jun 29, 2026
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Springfield Police Investigating Sunday Shooting at Mobile Home Park
Springfield Police are continuing to investigate a shooting that took place Sunday afternoon at the Northbrook Mobile Home Pa...
Jun 29, 2026
Family of Girard Man Wins $6 Million in Damages in Lawsuit
A federal jury in Springfield awarded about $6 million in damages to a Girard man who died in a trucking collision in 2020.
Jun 29, 2026
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Department of Early Childhood to Launch July 1st
The General Assembly passed the measure with bipartisan support in 2024 which calls for consolidating a variety of early chil...
Jun 29, 2026
IDOC to Face More Stringent Contraband Reporting
Senate Bill 2201 takes effect on July 1st, requiring the department to annually report data about what contraband is found, w...
Jun 29, 2026
Springfield Man Found Dead at Construction Site Identified
Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon says that initial autopsy findings show that 66-year-old Michael Satterfield died from a c...
Jun 26, 2026
Turner Lauding New Law Concerning Medication Recalls
The law, sponsored by Turner, will require licensed pharmacies in Illinois to post a clear and conspicuous sign near their ph...
Jun 26, 2026
Springfield Man Arrested for Meth Delivery
Craig Burns, 47 of Springfield was taken into custody Thursday after authorities searched his home with a search warrant. The...
Jun 26, 2026
Boyer Named Memorial Health Chief Nursing Executive
Jen Boyer began as senior vice president and chief nursing executive at Memorial Health this week. Boyer will oversee Memoria...
Jun 26, 2026
Springfield NAACP Reacts to Cadigan Sentencing
The local NAACP branch statement issued late Wednesday afternoon says the probation and community service sentence for Peter ...
Jun 26, 2026
