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3 weeks ago
St. John’s Foundation doesn’t stop after Christmas
Giving helps make HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital technology -- and even Christmas -- possible for patients.
3 weeks ago
Potential tornadoes touch down in Macon County during volatile weather Sunday
At least two tornadoes in the area, followed by plummeting temperatures.
3 weeks ago
Mother’s traumatic labor experience sparks call for maternal health reform
Kelly's health bill would require all hospitals to have a safe labor discharge plan, among other things.
3 weeks ago
New laws: Illinois expands job-protected leave for parents with newborns in NICU
Laws also address AI in hiring, workplace transparency, organ donation leave, more.
3 weeks ago
Baskin Robbins rebuilding on South MacArthur
A grand opening will be held in the Spring or Summer.
3 weeks ago
Work stoppage halts ECHL, Bloomington Bison games
A strike notice was served earlier this week.
3 weeks ago
Springfield resident arrested on drug, gun charges
Drugs, a gun, and cash allegedly found in the suspect's home.
3 weeks ago
Republicans praise Davis on transportation center help; Davis says effort was bipartisan
Davis: "Extreme bipartisan support" is what made the project happen.
3 weeks ago
Restaurants announced for Legends Entertainment Complex
Construction on the complex continues.
3 weeks ago
New Illinois laws bring major changes for workers, consumers, and businesses in 2026
From AI in hiring to healthcare coverage, new laws impact workers, consumers, and businesses.
3 weeks ago
Christmas Eve winner in Arkansas lands a $1.817 billion Powerball lottery jackpot
The prize followed 46 consecutive drawings in which no one matched all six numbers.
3 weeks ago
Health experts urge vaccination and staying home when sick as flu activity increases
“We notice nationwide that when there’s viral activity on the coasts, it will eventually find its way into every part of the area, which includes Central Illinois.”
3 weeks ago
ISP shares safety tips as vehicle hijackings remain a threat
"A car can be replaced. Your life cannot," Billingsley said.
3 weeks ago
Kwanzaa brings communities together
African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.
3 weeks ago
U.S. Chamber of Commerce optimistic about small business outlook next year
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, small businesses employ nearly half the entire American workforce.
3 weeks ago
Harristown receives $1 million to replace aging water lines
Work will begin likely next year.
3 weeks ago
There’s more than one data center planned for the region
A data center project could be taken up by officials in Logan County in January -- same as the proposed CyrusOne project in Sangamon County.
3 weeks ago
Springfield man accused of having child porn
Daniel Davis, 48, remained jailed as of Wednesday afternoon.
3 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help identify suspect in weekend arson
$25K in damage done to Carter's Fish Market.
3 weeks ago
Powerball jackpot reaches $1.7 billion for Wednesday drawing
Illinois players celebrate big wins while eyeing record-breaking holiday prize.