Lifestyle
11 hours ago
Springfield city council advances Y Block plan
Ald. Williams dislikes giveaway to state.
11 hours ago
The Kidzeum of Health and Science turns 8 this Saturday
It's been 8 years since the Kidzeum of Health and Science opened up, and ever since then it's been a staple of downtown family fun!
1 day ago
People have been fermenting food for millennia. Here’s why more people are focused on gut health now
More people are focusing on their gut health, as fibermaxxing goes mainstream, colorectal cancer rises among young adults and personalized gut microbiome treatments become increasingly popular.
1 day ago
What injured athletes can teach us about recovery and resilience
Serious injuries and medical conditions disrupt people's daily routines and can impact their confidence and sense of identity. Elite athletes know the challenges from an injury that sidelines them from their sport, requires physical rehabilitation and leaves their ability to return to competition in doubt.
1 day ago
The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes’ Chief Storyteller is stepping down
Chief Storyteller Jamie Toole and his wife Melissa Gaynor-Toole will be stepping away from their respective roles. Toole stopped by The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the topic at hand.
1 day ago
Downtown Springfield, Inc. wants to improve art downtown
Included are pop-up art displays and dowtown murals.
3 days ago
Coldest Julys in Illinois since 1895
Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Julys in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information
4 days ago
Springfield celebrates 60 years of YMCA youth soccer
"It really started as a vision — a place for kids to come and learn about the game, hopefully fall in love with the game, learn about being a good teammate and how to win graciously and lose graciously," Sowle said.
5 days ago
Are homes selling in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how many homes are selling in Springfield, IL.
5 days ago
IL school cell phone ban arrives on Pritzker’s desk
Districts would need to allow exceptions for high school students, children with IEPs, emergencies, student health, or when the device is used for translation services.
5 days ago
Two food-related chains plan second Springfield locations, and one new eatery is also planned
First Watch, Seven Brew, Chick-fil-A.
6 days ago
Muni stages regional premiere of ‘The Prince of Egypt’
Assistant director Elijah Sadler said audiences familiar with the movie will recognize many of its iconic songs and moments, while newcomers can expect a powerful theatrical experience.
6 days ago
Springfield plans to transform downtown ‘Y Block’ into public park
It has been home to the Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series since 2019.
6 days ago
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!
1 week ago
Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories — and what to do about it
Fad diets come and go, but the underlying message almost always follows a simple equation. If you consume fewer calories than you burn, the weight will melt away. In principle, it's true. And counting calories can be a useful tool for managing weight. But it only works if you know what numbers you're counting.
1 week ago
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.
1 week ago
‘Alice in Wonderland’…in England…in World War II
'Alice by Heart' is being performed by Active and Creative Teen Theatre (ACTT).
1 week ago
NASCAR uses 3 of its youngest drivers for Rolling Stones collaboration
Zilisch joined fellow drivers Carson Hocevar and Jesse Love for a music video as part of a collaboration between NASCAR and the Stones ahead of the band's 25th studio album, “Foreign Tongues,” which comes out on Friday.
1 week ago
UIS PAC reopening following renovations, ticket sales for new season beginning
Newly refurbished auditorium, new plumbing, new seats, new aisles!
