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4 weeks ago

Winning lottery ticket sold in Springfield

That jackpot was $550,000.

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.

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