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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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Local professional wrestlers look to raise money for St. Jude this weekend
One event brings together the high-flying action of pro wrestling and fundraising for St. Jude Childhood Cancer research hospitals!
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Video released of fatal crash involving an Illinois State Trooper
The video was provided first to Charles Henderson's family before being released for public view.
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Two years after Sonya Massey’s death, new network pushes for lasting change
The newly formed Massey Community Action Network will focus on implementing the commission's calls to action while bringing together community organizations, local leaders and public agencies to advocate for policy changes.
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Utility watchdog warns of rising water rates as regulators consider requests
Rate hike filings come as the state’s major water utilities seek merger.
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George E. Johnson Sr., founder of a pioneering Black hair care business, dies at 99
Johnson and his late wife and high school sweetheart, Joan, started Johnson Products in 1954 on Chicago’s South Side after securing a $250 loan.
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IDOT opens new home for Materials Testing and Research Center in Springfield
The new $63 million facility replaces an older, smaller facility.
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Illinois State Representative from Champaign indicted, accused of wire fraud, lying to FBI
The Ammons couple is accused of getting state grants for organizations, then profiting from them.
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Fire continues at recycling plant near downtown Springfield
A cause has not been officially disclosed.
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Memories of the Mother Road at Ace Sign Co. Rt. 66 Museum
The Ace Sign Co., and Route 66 Museum, is now housed inside an old 1952 Sears Warehouse.
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Springfield City Council approves Flock license plate reader contract, with changes
More council discussion about what data can and can't be used, saved, or accessed by Flock.
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‘Alice in Wonderland’…in England…in World War II
'Alice by Heart' is being performed by Active and Creative Teen Theatre (ACTT).
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‘Complete shock:’ Family shares memories of man found dismembered in Lake Mattoon
As the investigation unfolds, Mann said she wants people to know who Turner really was.
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Riverton man to remain jailed following child porn arrest
Thadeus Rogers, 30, was arrested last week.
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UIS PAC reopening following renovations, ticket sales for new season beginning
Newly refurbished auditorium, new plumbing, new seats, new aisles!
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Springfield Mayor supports Flock contract extension
Buscher says crime has declined with their use.
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Dist. 186 board okays moves regarding building elementary school on UIS property
There's no timetable for any construction of any school.
2 weeks ago
State Police: Man, wanted since late-May for reckless driving, arrested July 4
Officials say thanks in part to public tips, Huddleston was caught Saturday and taken to jail.
2 weeks ago
Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks
The law builds on legislation passed in California and New York to create a state-driven national standard.
