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4 days ago
Little middle ground seen on proposed landlord registry
An advisory referendum is on Tuesday's ballot.
4 days ago
District 186 superintendent: Celebrate the progress, not the number
IL Report Card: Proficiency, attendance, and graduation rate, while still low, are all increasing.
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Pritzker, Illinois Housing Development Authority announce $156 million investment in housing
BUILD plan includes programs to make affordable housing for homebuyers.
4 days ago
Morgan County voters to weigh in on data center restrictions
The nonbinding question asks whether the county should restrict data center construction and operations.
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Springfield man killed in crash on I-57 outside Effingham
David Vorties, 50, was found trapped and unresponsive in his vehicle.
4 days ago
21 people in ICE custody after targeted operations in Springfield, Peoria
The Department of Homeland Security said the “illegal aliens” will remain in ICE custody.
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DCFS director found in contempt for noncompliance with Sangamon County judge’s order
Agency blamed filing errors on months of missed court dates.
5 days ago
Croke: I’ll use my voice to keep improving state finances, if elected as comptroller
That's in addition to what Croke calls "low-hanging fruit" like possibly eliminating the use of paper checks to pay bills.
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One firefighter injured fighting blaze at Taylorville home
The firefighter was treated and released from the hospital.
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Springfield non-profit connects people with life-changing technology
Governor proclaims October 2026 Assistive Technology Month in Illinois.
6 days ago
Illinois AG candidate Fioretti: I’ll do what Kwame Raoul doesn’t if elected
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Chicago Republican and Illinois Attorney General candidate Bob Fioretti says the SAFE-T Act, which…
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It’s projected to cost ComEd $3.1B to connect data centers to the grid
Consumer groups say data center developers should pay infrastructure costs up front.
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Illinois is team to beat in Big Ten ahead of Spartans and defending national champion Wolverines
Illinois has been tabbed the team to beat in the preseason media poll despite losing No. 5 overall NBA draft pick Keaton Wagler.
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Big Ten leaders approve a rule limiting schools’ involvement in setting up third-party NIL deals
The Senate passed the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act by a wide margin Sept. 28 and it now awaits a vote in the House of Representatives, which is scheduled to reconvene Nov. 9.
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The type of lung cancer the Pope had can be treated here in Springfield
the awareness to the health of your lungs is necessary
6 days ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying credit card thief
On October 14, two women had their wallets stolen while shopping in Springfield.
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Lincoln Land Community College swears in new therapy dog ‘Pawfficer’
Everest will help provide comfort, reduce stress and connect with students and staff on campus.
6 days ago
Final countdown for Illinois governor’s race
Bailey family stops in Springfield, Pritzker picks up endorsements.
