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3 weeks ago
Cocktails-to-go, new state agency among laws taking effect July 1
14 new laws will begin with new fiscal year.
3 weeks ago
Sweltering Midwest heat cancels outdoor plans as cooling centers open and the East braces
“You’re happy winter’s gone, you’re ready to enjoy the summer, you’ve just been aching for it,” Elrod said. “And so, I think we slip into kind of a position where we think it’s got to be OK.”
3 weeks ago
Small business is about people helping people
Local Chamber president Mike Murphy says it means jobs for our community.
3 weeks ago
Watch our app! The NEW CapitolCityNow app is available for download!
A new app, easier to see and use!
3 weeks ago
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 weeks ago
UPDATE: 2 critically injured in Springfield mobile home park shooting; suspect found dead
A suspect was found dead in Stark County.
3 weeks ago
Domestic violence fatality numbers trend down
Numbers go up and down, but ICADV leader says the effects are "enduring and widespread."
3 weeks ago
Taxpayer group says facts show real data center story
Water, electricity, noise minimal, says advocate, who adds, "We call balls and strikers."
3 weeks ago
Former Springfield Clinic leader moves to Memorial
Jen Boyer was acting CEO of Springfield Clinic for a time.
3 weeks ago
Children’s hospital names first ‘Chief Administrative Officer’
Aryn Hunter starts July 19.
3 weeks ago
Semi driver injured after crash near Williamsville
The semi struck a concrete barrier and caught fire.
3 weeks ago
Bill increasing fine for drivers ignoring school bus safety arms awaits Pritzker’s signature
This plan would create a uniform $300 fine for the first offense and $1,000 for a second or subsequent violation.
3 weeks ago
New Illinois law bans unnecessary fees for IDOC mail
The law states committed people and their correspondents can not be charged any fee for mail and scanning services exceeding the standard postage rate.
3 weeks ago
What happened to Illinois’ plug-in solar bill and does it have a future here?
Sponsor says the measure will come up again in fall veto session.
3 weeks ago
Prediction market Kalshi sues Illinois over its push to regulate sports bets
Suit seeks to block new taxes and licensing requirements set for July 1.
3 weeks ago
A growing community of recovering gamblers lifts each other up as formal resources lag
How a podcast and 12-step network are doing the work the state can’t, and where it falls short.
3 weeks ago
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 weeks ago
Springfield victim’s next of kin located
Authorities appealed to the public after they were unable to find Michael Satterfield's relatives.
4 weeks ago
Illinois food assistance error rate continues to grow as federal penalties loom
State plans to hire hundreds of employees to meet federal requirements.
4 weeks ago
Attorney General Raoul hopes to recoup $10M in new budget
An unwelcome 3am surprise is just an example of how the legislature works.
