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3 weeks ago
1,500-pound steer is star of Sale of Champions at Illinois State Fair
Fifteen-year-old McKlay Gensini of Hennepin is the winner.
3 weeks ago
Warren rallies Illinois Democratic troops
The US senator from Massachusetts praised Gov Pritzker as a fighter: "Go, JB!"
3 weeks ago
Naturalization ceremony again a part of Illinois State Fair
300 people representing 52 countries from Australia to Vietnam all took their oaths and completed their coursework and paperwork to become citizens legally.
4 weeks ago
Springfield organizations seeing increase in need after SNAP changes
More than three dozen micro pantries are located across Springfield, and empty shelves have become a common sight.
4 weeks ago
Republic fixing Springfield overcharging
Local GM tells council an "unfortunate incident" resulted from "an issue with our web site" that affected 1-2 percent of its Springfield customers.
4 weeks ago
Durbin: Trump is playing politics with disaster aid
Illinois has had more tornado warnings this year than any other state with more than 200.
4 weeks ago
Matchbox Twenty mishap at Illinois State Fair
Swinging microphone stand hits a band member in the head.
4 weeks ago
Data centers emerging as key issue in Illinois governor’s race
State lawmakers could tackle new regulations in fall veto session after the election.
4 weeks ago
Illinois turns to new QB to keep unprecedented run going
About half the players on the Illinois roster are new to the team, which makes the Illini vulnerable to a regression.
4 weeks ago
Area first responders pay tribute to longtime New Berlin police chief
"He was just so meticulous and patient and really knew what he was doing all around. He was an incredible individual, and I can't express how much we're going to miss him," Ray said.
4 weeks ago
District 186 board reviews AI guidelines
Superintendent: "Technology is not going anywhere. If we just say no to technology, no to screen time, no to AI, then we are doing a disservice to our kids and to our community."
4 weeks ago
‘The Lion King, Jr.’ a big deal for The Muni, director
It's the first fifth show of the season for The Muni, and more.
4 weeks ago
Durbin touts need for blood donations, even in the summer months, during Springfield ImpactLife stop
Is the blood supply always in "crisis?" Maybe, says local doctor.
4 weeks ago
Illinois’ Number One bagger crowned at Illinois State Fair
Quad Cities teenager wins at IL State Fair, will head to nationals in Vegas.
4 weeks ago
Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade winners announced
Awards were handed out in a number of categories.
4 weeks ago
Japan comes to Springfield this summer
Japanese visit is just one of 10-15 "familiarization tours" a year.
4 weeks ago
‘Street medicine’ has arrived in Springfield
A four-woman team treats the local homeless.
4 weeks ago
Veterans have their day at the Illinois State Fair
Brig. Gen. Williams: "Military service ... teaches how to work with people who may be very different from you."
4 weeks ago
The year of the Cozy Dog at the Illinois State Fair
"We are going to try and break the record for the most Cozy Dogs eaten simultaneously," said Rebecca Clark, State Fair Manager.
