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3 weeks ago
Bipartisan AI safety, privacy bills await action in Illinois House
While some people hate the idea of AI, lawmakers know the technology is here to stay and Illinois must regulate it.
3 weeks ago
Construction worker dead after being hit on I-74 in Champaign
Few details about the crash or the identity of the worker had been released as of Wednesday morning.
3 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying suspects in Old Navy thefts
Two suspects seen in good-quality surveillance photos allegedly stealing from Old Navy.
3 weeks ago
Pritzker says suspension of state gas tax possible, blames Trump for having to consider it
"We have enough (money in our road fund) here so that we could make some sort of pause," said Pritzker.
3 weeks ago
State could refine cannabis laws
Proposal would dilute strict laws which sponsor says have outlived their usefulness.
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Alderman: Whose side are the police on when it comes to prostitution?
Williams: Cops help escorts, rather than the motels which are trying to evict them.
3 weeks ago
State Dems say they have housing solutions
IL Municipal League: Local governments don't want zoning jurisdiction usurped.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Teen bicyclist dead after being struck by car in Springfield
The accident happened Monday on the east side
3 weeks ago
Williamsville Public Library and Museum seeing pay off of switching to solar panels
“When you look at $4,000 a year, when you're on a tight budget, that does make a big difference."
3 weeks ago
Van Meter: Data centers are here to stay, like it or not
Van Meter says there have been data centers in Sangamon County for decades.
3 weeks ago
For the Illinois legislature, the end of the 2026 spring session is near
A state budget for FY 27 is the main thing lawmakers want to finish by Sunday night.
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‘Every day is Memorial Day at Camp Butler’
Springfield military cemetery is one of fourteen authorized by President Lincoln in 1862.
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Illinois grows millions of bushels of soybeans. Why aren’t we eating them?
More local infrastructure urgently needed for Illinois’ own crops, especially soybeans, to make it from farm to table.
3 weeks ago
After misconduct accusation in ‘Broadview 6’ case, former lead prosecutor fired
Fallout continues after canceled trial as defense takes first step toward seeking sanctions.
3 weeks ago
Proposed solar farm to be before Sangamon County Board in June
Solar farm planned south of New Berlin.
3 weeks ago
Despite one problem being solved, more issues persist for owner of Springfield downtown Wyndham
The Wyndham's owner files for bankruptcy.
3 weeks ago
Man arrested after hours-long standoff in Menard County
Police used a drone to help locate Justin Thornley, 31.
3 weeks ago
Stroke awareness highlighted during ‘American Stroke Month’
As part of American Stroke Month, officials at Springfield Memorial Hospital are encouraging people to learn the warning signs of a stroke and take steps to reduce their risk factors before a medical emergency happens.