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FILE - Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald stands on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Oct. 23, 2021, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)

3 weeks ago

Northwestern reaches settlement with football coach who was fired amid hazing scandal

Fitzgerald denied wrongdoing and sued for $130 million.

A 2023 storm caused extensive home damage in parts of Springfield, including trees falling on homes. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Insurance industry opposes regulation, blames inflation, climate change for rate hikes

Pritzker called for legislation following State Farm’s 27% homeowners rate hike.

District 186 headquarters sign

3 weeks ago

A dozen internal possibilities to succeed Gill as D-186 superintendent

At least twelve district employees hold a superintendent's endorsement.

Springfield resident Bob Croteau, in blue, stands near Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) at a news conference at the AFL-CIO headquarters in downtown Springfield. Crouteau was one of a number of AFSCME union members who surrounded the Congresswoman.

3 weeks ago

Budzinski: Even union members are feeling pain from ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

Budzinski: Don't like the bill? Vote in the 2026 midterm elections.

Jahsen Thomas was convicted for an April, 2021 murder.

3 weeks ago

Springfield man convicted of 2021 murder

Jahsen Thomas shot Courtney Smith, 37, multiple times in April of 2021.

Glenwood High School in Chatham

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Glenwood ranks as top high school in Springfield area

That mark places the school in the top 6% of all high schools statewide.

3 weeks ago

Today’s the day to save $ on gasoline

Circle K offers Inner Circle members 40-cent break.

Shane Woods

3 weeks ago

Ex-Jan. 6 defendant sentenced in wrong-way fatal

Shane Woods killed one, injured three in I-55 crash.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE: Help is available in search for new D-186 superintendent as Gill retires

"I feel good about the pool of candidates that we will bring to Springfield," said IASB's Carmen Ayala.

Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, is pictured on the Senate floor. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Senate President Harmon appeals $10M fine for improper campaign contributions

Election board likely to rule next month on Harmon’s argument.

The new Route 66 donut sign was the subject of a ribbon-cutting Wednesday outside Mel-o-Cream on 6th Street.

3 weeks ago

Get your kicks with donuts on Route 66

New donut-themed Route 66 sign debuts outside Mel-o-Cream on Sixth.

police lights

3 weeks ago

Law enforcement employees arrested, accused of assault in weekend bar fight

Two are Macoupin County deputies, while the third is a Bunker Hill Police officer.

3 weeks ago

UPDATED Crime of the Week: Help still needed solving Monday homicide, as victim is identified

Police need your help identifying potential suspects or vehicles used.

Kevin Horve

3 weeks ago

Decatur man accused of sexual assault, creating child porn with A.I.

Kevin Horve, 45, was arrested originally in June, with more charges recently being added.

3 weeks ago

One shot, one arrested, Saturday night in Springfield

One man was taken to the hospital, while another was taken into custody Saturday night.

Jacksonville Police Department

3 weeks ago

Shots fired into Jacksonville home

No one was hurt. Police continue an investigation.

Luke Harvey, owner of the Riverview Road Apiary, inspects a frame of bees. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Tom O’Connor)

3 weeks ago

Illinois beekeepers battle losses, costs to keep hives buzzing

Community support, careful management help address challenges

Bill Daley, left, and Ray LaHood, right, speak at a launch event for their campaign to change how Illinois draws its legislative maps. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

3 weeks ago

Election lawyers, Obama alumni renew Illinois redistricting reform push

Republican Ray LaHood, Democrat Bill Daley to lead effort

3 weeks ago

IDOT hiring snowplow drivers for winter ‘Snowbird’ Program – apply by August 22

$6,000 per month (temporarily) for seasonal snow plow drivers.

Springfield City Council members were shown pictures of alleged problem properties during Tuesday night's meeting. (Screenshot of Springfield City Council meeting web stream)

3 weeks ago

New ordinance fines owners of “problem properties” in Springfield

Pacha says the ordinance does not go far enough.

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