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Nokomis Police Department at risk after chief resigns
Officials are still tight-lipped about the resignation.
4 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Lawsuit filed over approval of CyrusOne data center project near Springfield
Suit: Among other things, the project was approved improperly.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
New ‘Little House’ series explores complicated history but keeps heart, community at the center
It's a story with covered wagons and one room schoolhouses, but showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine says the "Little House on the Prairie" remake for Netflix still speaks to today's American dream.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Kylian Mbappé scores his 8th World Cup goal before leaving game with a ‘slight’ ankle injury
Kylian Mbappé shook off a missed penalty kick to score his eighth goal of this year's World Cup, helping France beat Morocco 2-0 and reach the semifinals for the third time in a row.
4 weeks ago in World
One of Spain’s deadliest wildfires has killed at least 12 people, with 23 others missing
One of Spain's deadliest wildfires on record killed 12 people overnight into Friday, authorities said, as soaring temperatures grip much of the country.
4 weeks ago in Sports
It’s Fery vs. Zverev and Sinner vs. Djokovic in the Wimbledon semifinals
British wild card Arthur Fery is facing French Open champion Alexander Zverev in the opening men's semifinal at Wimbledon on Friday.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
Behind Christopher Nolan’s 6-country epic undertaking to bring ‘The Odyssey’ to the big screen
Christopher Nolan has never been afraid to dream a little bigger. It's almost a calling. With every film, he's pushed himself and the medium further — playing with form, storytelling, visuals and audience expectations to create lasting cinematic spectacles.
4 weeks ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local
Are homes selling in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how many homes are selling in Springfield, IL.
4 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National
IL school cell phone ban arrives on Pritzker’s desk
Districts would need to allow exceptions for high school students, children with IEPs, emergencies, student health, or when the device is used for translation services.
4 weeks ago in Business, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local
Two food-related chains plan second Springfield locations, and one new eatery is also planned
First Watch, Seven Brew, Chick-fil-A.
4 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Man goes to prison for fatal Lincoln accident
The accident May 18th in Lincoln near Logan and Peoria Streets claimed the life of a passenger in a van, Christine Shaub, 66.
First-degree murder charges refiled against Lanphier HS stabbing suspect
The charges come after 20-year-old Kamyjah Bias' conviction was reversed and vacated in 2024 by an appellate court.
Two Springfield men arrested during State Police human trafficking operation
Arrests made June 24 and 25.
4 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National
Springfield Police: Council’s Flock requirements will work for us
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield Police say they’ll figure it out. That’s referring to a directive the city…
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Muni stages regional premiere of ‘The Prince of Egypt’
Assistant director Elijah Sadler said audiences familiar with the movie will recognize many of its iconic songs and moments, while newcomers can expect a powerful theatrical experience.
4 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National
As Illinois enters 10th year under Evidence-Based Funding model, equity remains an elusive goal
Funding has improved for poor schools, but property tax inequities persistFunding has improved for poor schools, but property tax inequities persist.
4 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National
IDOC worker pleads guilty to padding the payroll of her correctional officer husband
The account technician worked at the Pinckneyville Correctional Center.
4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National
Illinois ‘reviewing’ DOJ’s threat to prosecute state election officials over noncitizen voting
Letter is latest in a series of efforts to crack down on unfounded allegations of vote fraud.
4 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Phil Regan, former MLB pitcher dubbed ‘The Vulture’ by Sandy Koufax and a longtime coach, dies at 89
The right-hander moved onto the Chicago Cubs in 1968 until a 10-game stint with the Chicago White Sox in 1972 to finish his final major league season.
4 weeks ago in Sports
‘Ferytale’ rolls on at Wimbledon as British wild card Fery reaches semifinals after meeting queen
The 23-year-old British player Arthur Fery, who needed a wild-card invitation to enter the Wimbledon tournament, beat ninth-seeded Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-0 on Centre Court in front of roaring home fans and a Royal Box contingent that included Britain's Queen Camilla on Wednesday.
