2 weeks ago in Local

Man dead after weekend crash in Springfield

Darren Polk, 62, died from injuries sustained in the crash.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Replacing Mendoza: Candidates vie to be state’s first new comptroller in a decade

Margaret Croke, Bryan Drew share different visions for office’s transparency, oversight.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Video

In a flash, Southern Illinois history tumbles down

The 80-year-old Chester Bridge was imploded Monday, replaced by a modern structure.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local

Open house for prospective UIS students, families coming soon

The University of Illinois Springfield is hosting an open house for curious students interested in going to college.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson says he’s going to try to lead, not blend in

Rookie Bulls forward Caleb Wilson is facing lofty expectations as the young centerpiece of the rebuilding NBA team, something now-injured quarterback Caleb Williams has been accomplishing with the NFL's Bears.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

A pair of unlikely playoff teams collide as the Astros face the White Sox in AL Wild Card Series

The Chicago White Sox are the only team in major league history to follow consecutive 100-loss seasons with a playoff berth.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Padres hope to ride energy from loud home crowd when they host Cubs in NL Wild Card Series

The fourth-seeded Padres will host every game in the best-of-three series against the fifth-seeded Cubs.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National

A man who spent decades on Utah’s death row is released and awaits a new trial in a 1985 killing

Carter, a Chicago native, was living with his mother in Utah when Olesen was killed on Feb. 27, 1985.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National

Head Start preschools serve parents, too. Under Trump, advocates fear that will change

Last month, President Donald Trump’s administration proposed gutting Head Start regulations that spell out how programs must support families with financial, education or housing concerns.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Case Keenum drives Chicago to 3 touchdowns as the Bears beat the Eagles 27-7

Stepping in for Caleb Williams, Keenum was 24 for 34 for 247 yards.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Man found dead near Alma Mater Statue on U of I campus identified

Police said there is no threat to the campus community after the body was discovered early Monday morning.

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local

Bailey hopes to keep Choate Mental Health Center open

Gov. Pritzker says Illinois should move away from state-owned developmental centers.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

As early voting begins, officials seek to reassure public about election security, integrity

Mail balloting goes forward as normal after Trump’s failed attempt to federalize the process.

2 weeks ago in Business, Local

Springfield has nine public EV charging stations

Drivers will pay 26 cents / kWh.

2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, Sports

Harlem Globetrotters to return to Springfield

It's part of the Globetrotters' new "Rivalry Tour."

2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Local

Greater Springfield Chamber CEO talks Shoes, Brews, & Biz and more

After a weekend of fun here in Springfield, from car shows to a Cozy Dog eating contest. Where does Springfield go from here?

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local

Springfield nonprofit cuts ribbon on new building for women in recovery

Wooden It Be Lovely moves into former Temple Israel building.

2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National

Lights, camera, tax credits!

Illinois lawmakers give big boost to movie industry while academics claim the Hollywood giveaway is a bad deal for taxpayers.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears QB Tyson Bagent clears NFL concussion protocol

The Bears announced on Sunday that Bagent has no injury designation for their Week 3 game.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bulls acquire Buddy Hield in trade with Hornets for Rob Dillingham

Hield, 33, is on the move for the second time in five days. He was traded from Atlanta to Charlotte on Tuesday.