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Springfield Police Arrest Man on Drug Charges
Wallace has been charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance within 500 feet of a school, controlled substance...
3h ago
CWLP Wins First Place Award
CWLP recently was awarded 1st place at the Illinois Section of the American Water Works Association District 3 taste test
3h ago
Legislation Filed to Create New Capital-Area Tourism Authority
State Senator Doris Turner, State Representative Mike Coffey, Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and Sangamon County Board Chair...
5h ago
Leland Grove Names New Police Chief
Kenton Oliver was sworn in last week after receiving unanimous approval from the city council.
12h ago
Portion of Southbound 9th Street Closed for Emergency Water Main Repair
Southbound Ninth Street in Springfield between Converse Avenue and North Grand Avenue is closed for emergency main repair
12h ago
Springfield Police Address Recent Arrest that Involved Use of Force
Springfield Police said its comprehensive review of the arrest included trainers and experts in the use of force.
Mar 30, 2026
Attorney General Warns of Escalating Text Scams
Raoul reminds Illinoisians that text scams like this are intended to trick consumers into sharing personal and financial info...
Mar 30, 2026
Illinois Transitions to Next Generation 911 Service
The Illinois State Police have announced that all 169 911 call centers across the state have successfully transitioned to Nex...
Mar 30, 2026
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Busy Deadline Week for Illinois Legistalture
More than 260 bills are one step closer to passage after a busy deadline week in the Illinois House.
Mar 30, 2026
No Kings Rally Draws Large Crowd to State Capitol
The latest No Kings rally protesting the policies of President Donald Trump attracted a large crowd to the front of the Illin...
Mar 30, 2026
Sangamon County Coroner Identifies Springfield Park District Worker Involved in Tragic Lincoln Greens Accident
Autopsy results and preliminary findings show Mr. Crumrine died from crush injuries after being found under a lawn tractor.
Mar 27, 2026
Illinois Chamber of Commerce Name Jimmy Clayton Next President and CEO
Clayton previously served for over 15 years in many advocacy and lobbying positions with the Illinois REALTORS
Mar 27, 2026
Shanle Officially Named DSI Executive Director
DSI announced Jay Shanle as its executive director during the organization's annual Get Your Kicks Gala fundraising event on ...
Mar 27, 2026
Two-Year-Old Girl Rescued at Lake Petersburg
Deputies were notified shortly after 10 am that the girl was not breathing and CPR was being performed.
Mar 27, 2026
Village of Sherman Under Boil Order
The village reported pumping was disrupted during a power outage on Thursday night, which caused water pressure to drop signi...
Mar 27, 2026
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McClure Calls for Changes to the SAFE-T Act
The Springfield Republican said the SAFE-T Act has allowed more offenders to be quickly released and has in turn led to many ...
Mar 27, 2026
Group for Suicide Research and Prevention Asking for Approval of Several Bills
The Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention visited the Illinois State Capitol on Wednesday to pus...
Mar 27, 2026
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Public University Funding Bill Clears House Committee
The plan calls for increasing university funding by $135 million each year over the next several years.
Mar 27, 2026
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Springfield Teen Facing Felony Gun Charges
18-Year-Old Jevontae McCann is facing two counts of aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon and one of causing criminal da...
Mar 26, 2026
Bailey Campaign Out with New Online Ad
In the ad on Bailey's X/Twitter Feed the Bailey campaign intimates that Pritzker's Sanctuary City policies led to Gorman's de...
Mar 26, 2026
Springfield Park District Releases Statement on Tragic Accident at Lincoln Greens Golf Course
The statement reads " We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic accident that occurred at Lincoln Greens Golf Cou...
Mar 26, 2026
House Committees Working to Advance Parts of Pritzker's Agenda
The House was working ahead of a Friday deadline for passing bills out of committee
Mar 26, 2026
Legislation to Establish Prescription Drug Affordability Board Passes First Hurdle
The bill would create an independent board with the power to set a maximum price on certain prescription drugs that meet pric...
Mar 26, 2026
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