4 weeks ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Multiple arrets made in Taylorville/Assumption narcotics investigation

A joint effort between the Taylorville and Assumption police departments has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of crucial evidence.

4 weeks ago in Fall Guide, Food Scene, ZZZ App Top Stories

Mmmm…pie! 5 Fall desserts you’ll want to try

From Halloween parties to Thanksgiving spreads, these five fall-inspired dessert recipes blend seasonal favorites like pumpkin, apple, and chocolate into must-try treats for the cooler months in Springfield.

4 weeks ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Man arrested for knife incident involving woman at Walgreens

Malcolm Hill, 35, was arrested on charges of aggravated battery, unlawful use of a weapon, and aggravated assault.  Court records indicate Hill also faces a misdemeanor battery charge.

4 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

D-186 superintendent search: What’s your opinion?

Survey and focus groups will collect public input.

4 weeks ago in Music, Trending

Cardi releases highly anticipated ‘Am I the Drama?’ album

Seven years after her landmark debut "Invasion of Privacy," Cardi B has returned. And, in typical fashion, she's doing it with plenty of spectacle.

4 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Pretrial Fairness Act: Illinois Democrats, Republicans mark 2 years without cash bail

GOP leaders said there are elements of this law that swing the pendulum of the justice system in favor of defendants.

4 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Sale of Illinois newspapers puts new state law to the test

Illinois law requires media companies to provide four months of notice before sale

4 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

As immigration arrests spike in Chicago, activists escalate tactics to fight back

“We will not back down,” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted Thursday on X, recirculating dramatic footage of arrests at a suburban Chicago home days earlier.

4 weeks ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Crime of the Week: Help needed solving Springfield shooting

Looking for suspects in August 4 shooting.

4 weeks ago in Business, History, Local, Video, ZZZ App Top Stories

The beginning of the end: Smokestack comes down as first part of Pillsbury demolition begins

The Pillsbury factory, once a bustling center of food production, played a crucial role in the city's industrial history.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Clayton Kershaw to retire after 18 seasons with Dodgers, making final start Friday

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw will retire at the end of this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced Thursday.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

American Express Platinum Card gets pricier and adds new perks, including a $400 dining credit

The Platinum Card is getting shinier and pricier. American Express' latest update to its high-end Platinum Card, unveiled Thursday, comes with a lot more perks, including a $400 credit for dining out, and a lofty annual fee of $895.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Kimmel’s future hangs in balance after ABC suspends his late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments

Jimmy Kimmel's television future hung in the balance Thursday after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host's comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, leaving the network's parent company to decide whether supporting him is worth the risk to its business.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Pritzker to MSNBC: Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel is ‘dangerous’

"Everybody should be saying that ABC should reverse their decision," said Pritzker. 

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Challenger: U.S. Rep. Mary Miller is too conservative for central Illinois

Judy Bowlby of Dawson: More people are like me: moderate.

4 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Head of SIU Med to retire next year

Dr. Jerry Kruse will retire "on or about August 31, 2026."

4 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois to issue its own vaccine guidelines

Pritzker issues executive order in response to shakeups at CDC.

4 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Lawsuit leads to release of federal funding for EV chargers in Illinois

Attorney general sued for release of grant funding allocated by Biden-era law.

1 month ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Clinton woman killed in DeWitt County crash identified

Schmidt was pronounced dead at the scene at 9:05 p.m. 

1 month ago in Business, Entertainment, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Beni Harmony: WICS is trying to silence me

"Thank you for pushing the story out there and telling the truth. That's all Charlie would have wanted."