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6 days ago in Health & Wellness, Local
Boyer feels at ‘home’ as Memorial Health’s Chief Nursing Executive
Jen Boyer is Chief Nursing Executive and Senior Vice President at Memorial Health.
Many Taylorville business owners opposed to revitalization plan
Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry said the project is both necessary and beneficial to the city.
1 week ago in Sports
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.
1 week ago in Sports
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence
CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
1 week ago in National
Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora.
1 week ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National
These 9 Illinois communities say they’re interested in new nuclear facilities
The state lifted its moratorium on new nuclear facilities, but development could still be decades away.
1 week ago in IL State News, Local, National
Here’s how Illinois election authorities guard against noncitizen voting
Officials say safeguards are in place prevent inadvertent registration. .
1 week ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, Local, National
Schools Closed, Buildings Sat Empty — And Gun Violence Rose, Study Finds
Taking into account factors like poverty rates and racial demographics to ensure researchers compared neighborhoods similarly, they saw that trends in gun violence near schools diverged after the 2013 school closures, with the areas near closed schools seeing a 10 percent uptick in violence.
1 week ago in Agriculture, Farm, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak first tied to Taco Bell restaurants now includes Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania.
1 week ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center
Obama also chatted with Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
1 week ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
Born without a right hand, Britt Apgar is set to play in the Women’s Professional Baseball League
Family is at the center of Apgar’s journey to the WPBL's inaugural season this summer in Springfield.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Biking to work: Tips to get started, stay safe and look presentable when you arrive
If you've considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at work disheveled or smelly, there are ways to overcome those hurdles.
1 week ago in National
There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.
1 week ago in Business, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, Local
UPDATE: Christkindlmarket to be added to downtown Springfield Holiday Walks
DSI chief: It's time for something new.
1 week ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Man injured in Springfield southeast side shooting
The identity of the victim is not known, but police say he is in "stable" condition.
1 week ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National
Zero Point Cryogenics to build first US facility at Illinois quantum campus
The company will receive incentives through the state's Manufacturing Illinois Chips for Real Opportunity, or MICRO, program.
1 week ago in IL State News, Local, National
Sen. Dick Durbin pushes bipartisan Promise Act to help save Social Security
The 70 million Americans who rely on Social Security could see benefits cut by $450 each month if Congress does not find a fix within the next six years.
Solar hopes dashed; Sangamon County is being sued
County may have broken state law.
1 week ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
More info on new charges filed against former Leland Grove Police Chief
Daniel Ryan charged with theft, official misconduct, and misapplication of funds.
1 week ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Report: Logan Correctional Center is unsafe, inhumane
John Howard Association: closure plans have not helped.