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1 week ago

Springfield celebrates 60 years of YMCA youth soccer

"It really started as a vision — a place for kids to come and learn about the game, hopefully fall in love with the game, learn about being a good teammate and how to win graciously and lose graciously," Sowle said.

1 week ago

Illinois House to investigate Rep. Carol Ammons following indictment

Republican petition triggers special committee.

1 week ago

Corbett: The two-party system no longer works, and I’m running for Governor

Helping people, Corbett says, is why he is running. 

2 weeks ago

City adds Memorial Behavioral Health responders to some fire emergency calls

Crews were already a part of a number of police calls.

2 weeks ago

Federal appeals court upholds Illinois ban on semiautomatic weapons, overturning lower-court ruling

The majority opinion also pushes back on claims made by the plaintiffs that semiautomatic weapons are not at fault for mass shootings.

2 weeks ago

State Rep. Ammons responds after federal indictment

"I have done nothing wrong, and I strongly disagree with the allegations outlined in this indictment."

2 weeks ago

Nokomis Police Department at risk after chief resigns

Officials are still tight-lipped about the resignation.

2 weeks ago

Lawsuit filed over approval of CyrusOne data center project near Springfield

Suit: Among other things, the project was approved improperly.

2 weeks ago

Are homes selling in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how many homes are selling in Springfield, IL.

2 weeks ago

IL school cell phone ban arrives on Pritzker’s desk

Districts would need to allow exceptions for high school students, children with IEPs, emergencies, student health, or when the device is used for translation services.

2 weeks ago

Man goes to prison for fatal Lincoln accident

The accident May 18th in Lincoln near Logan and Peoria Streets claimed the life of a passenger in a van, Christine Shaub, 66.

2 weeks ago

First-degree murder charges refiled against Lanphier HS stabbing suspect

The charges come after 20-year-old Kamyjah Bias' conviction was reversed and vacated in 2024 by an appellate court. 

2 weeks ago

Springfield Police: Council’s Flock requirements will work for us

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield Police say they’ll figure it out. That’s referring to a directive the city…

2 weeks ago

Muni stages regional premiere of ‘The Prince of Egypt’

Assistant director Elijah Sadler said audiences familiar with the movie will recognize many of its iconic songs and moments, while newcomers can expect a powerful theatrical experience.

2 weeks ago

As Illinois enters 10th year under Evidence-Based Funding model, equity remains an elusive goal

Funding has improved for poor schools, but property tax inequities persistFunding has improved for poor schools, but property tax inequities persist.

2 weeks ago

Illinois ‘reviewing’ DOJ’s threat to prosecute state election officials over noncitizen voting

Letter is latest in a series of efforts to crack down on unfounded allegations of vote fraud.

2 weeks ago

John Deere owners will get the right to repair their own equipment under a new FTC settlement

Denver Caldwell, vice president of aftermarket and customer support.

2 weeks ago

Springfield plans to transform downtown ‘Y Block’ into public park

It has been home to the Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series since 2019.

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