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48 minutes ago in IL State News, Local, National
Sweltering Midwest heat cancels outdoor plans as cooling centers open and the East braces
About 56 million Americans are under an extreme heat watch as hot and humid weather is expected to move farther east later in the week.
4 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
New facility dog helps victims in federal cases across central Illinois
"Testifying in court and being interviewed regarding a crime can be very traumatic and stressful," Gilmore said. "Studies have shown that a facility dog can lower the stress level of victims and witnesses."
6 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local, National
Supreme Court ruling simplifies pesticide labeling for Illinois farmers
"If the U.S. EPA does say it's cancer-causing, it's going to go on the label," Johnson said. "But right now, there is nothing the U.S. EPA has found that says it's a cancer-causing agent."
6 hours ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National
Stars, stripes and shopping carts: What Americans buy for the Fourth of July in Illinois
Instacart compiled July 4th shopping trends in Illinois
23 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local, National
‘A real farm crisis’: Illinois farm bankruptcies rise for 3rd straight year
Rising land rent, an unstable export market and record farm debt are blamed.
23 hours ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, Local
Cocktails-to-go, new state agency among laws taking effect July 1
14 new laws will begin with new fiscal year.
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2 hours ago in Entertainment
A marriage proposal and Bad Bunny steal attention from Novak Djokovic’s opening Wimbledon match
Novak Djokovic witnessed a marriage proposal in the crowd at Centre Court during his Wimbledon first-round match Monday and was quick to ask for an invitation to the wedding.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden? Frenzied speculation surrounding the superstar singer and football player's upcoming wedding has spiked over the past few days as reports swirl that the two are getting married the first week in July at one of New York's iconic landmarks.
1 day ago in Agriculture, Business, Crime, Education, Entertainment, Farm, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Marketing and Advertising Expert, National
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1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National
Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast is the primary cable television provider in Springfield, IL.
3 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local
New downtown partnership aims to grow Springfield’s pinball scene
"I'm not much of a toe-dipping guy," Nickell said. "If I like something, I tend to just jump right in."
4 days ago in Entertainment
Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
The 2000 Year Old Man is turning 100. Mel Brooks on Sunday will celebrate his centennial birthday. The comedian and filmmaker has been awaiting the milestone. Earlier this year, Judd Apatow titled his retrospective documentary on him: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"
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Your Chance to Win Tickets to Ian Munsick & Corey Kent OR Cole Swindell & Sadie Bass at the Morgan County Fair
Make sure you listen to Dina and DJ Blake for your chance to win concert tickets to see Ian Munsick…
Hot weather cooling centers
Springfield Cooling Centers Municipal Center East Address: 800 E. Monroe Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Municipal Center West…
Fourth of July Fireworks and More
Thursday, July 2nd- Saturday, July 4th from 10a-4p- Independence Day Celebration at Lincon’s New Salem Friday, July 3rd at 6:30pm-…
Donations Needed at Central Illinois Food Bank
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1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden? Frenzied speculation surrounding the superstar singer and football player's upcoming wedding has spiked over the past few days as reports swirl that the two are getting married the first week in July at one of New York's iconic landmarks.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
Serena Williams draws 20-year-old Maya Joint in first Wimbledon singles match in 4 years
Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when she plays 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon for her first singles match in nearly four years.