3 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

The rumors of the demise of Scheel’s Sports Park are greatly exaggerated, says tourism chief

Visits are ramping up, and will continue to do so, Dahl said.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Pet of the Week

‘I Beg Your Parton’ fundraiser honors late country singer, and dogs

Saluting Dolly while helping get adoptable pets taken care of and in to new homes.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National

Early voting starts Thursday in Illinois

Early voting in Sangamon County is at the election authority on 9th Street at the County Building on the first floor.

3 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Lesko: DUI mentioned in ad was 22 years ago, and it changed my life

Lesko says ad produced by state Democrats was 'vicious.'

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Sully — Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

Sully has "young lab energy."

4 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Vikings will start Carson Wentz at QB vs. Bears with Kyler Murray still in concussion protocol

“Kyler showed a lot of progress,” O’Connell said. “He’s doing well.”

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Collin Dixon catches two more TD passes, Illinois beats Southern Illinois 48-10

Dixon caught eight passes for 131 yards for the Illini (2-1), who opened the season with three home games.

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Sports

Lofton and Lord power Illinois State over Eastern Illinois 49-13 in 114th Mid-America Classic

The Redbirds (4-0), ranked fifth in the Stats Perform poll, are 62-43-9 against the Panthers (1-3) in the series played since 1901.

4 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Miguel Vargas adds to his breakout season with clutch performance for the White Sox

Vargas added to his breakout season with a terrific all-around performance in Chicago's 3-1 victory over Detroit on Saturday.

4 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Aidan Chiles throws to Joseph Himon II for 3 TDs, runs in 2, Northwestern routs Colorado 41-7

Chiles, a senior, made 20 starts for Michigan State before joining Northwestern during the offseason.

4 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Noah Fifita breaks Arizona’s all-time passing mark, Wildcats roll over Northern Illinois 42-17

Fifita threw for 325 yards to become Arizona's all-time leading passer and accounted for five touchdowns, leading the Wildcats to a 42-17 win over Northern Illinois Saturday night.

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

International teachers find their place in Central Illinois classrooms

Educators from Guyana and Ghana share their cultures while building bonds with students.

4 weeks ago in Fall Guide, Health & Wellness, Local

Go take a walk, or a hike, or a bike ride, or a wheelchair ride for Memorial Health this October

3.25 miles a day of walking X 31 days in October = 100 miles.

4 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Illinois EPA releases ‘Comprehensive Climate Action Plan’ to reach ‘net zero’ emissions

Report calls for new investments and regulations touching nearly all sectors of the state’s economy.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local

CORRECTION: Nehemiah Expansion breaks ground on 45 new homes on Springfield’s east side

Organization aims to address affordable housing shortage.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Farm, IL State News, Local

IDNR improving rules for nuisance deer hunting permits

Department met with JCAR members to discuss concerns.

4 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

Trucking group: No relief in sight for high diesel prices

Will there be any change to the good coming to diesel prices? Maybe not.

4 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Memorial Health to host prostate cancer screenings and men’s health event

It's an all-encompassing men's health event.

4 weeks ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local

Former Lincoln College campus to be offered through $1 lease program

A new owner is inviting nonprofits and businesses to expand in Lincoln, with agreements tied to job creation and investment.

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

Women’s Professional Baseball League makes history in Springfield

Fans celebrate the first-ever championship series for the Women’s Professional Baseball League.