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Bloomington man arrested for allegedly killing unborn child

The suspect has been arrested; the investigation is ongoing.

2 weeks ago

Trees planted in 1970s will die after damage inflicted by people

The damage will result in thousands of dollars in damages and an environmental impact.

President Donald Trump speaks with members of law enforcement and National Guard soldiers, Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

3 weeks ago

The Latest: Trump plans crime crackdown in Chicago similar to DC

“When we’re ready, we’ll go in and straighten out Chicago, just like we did D.C.,” Trump said in the Oval Office.

3 weeks ago

Two new abortion laws in IL

Medication abortions at student health centers and protections for abortion providers are in the legislation, which Gov. JB Pritzker signed Friday at UIUC.

3 weeks ago

D-186 ASL curriculum is on hold

Some vacancies remain in Springfield Public Schools.

Dr. Charlotte Warren has announced her pending retirement as president of Lincoln Land Community College.

3 weeks ago

Lincoln Land Community College president to retire

Charlotte Warren, Ph.D. will serve until June, 2026

3 weeks ago

State touts consecutive months of metro area job gains, including in Springfield

The Springfield area has seen 21 consecutive months of job growth, according to the state.

3 weeks ago

Illinois launches streamlined college admissions to boost in-state enrollment

The program eliminates traditional barriers such as lengthy applications and costly fees, which can range from $30 to over $200.

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions from the news media at the Illinois State Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Pritzker signs law expanding lawsuit protections for Illinois news media

Measure was spurred by former official’s lawsuit against Chicago Sun-Times.

FILE - Drivers pass the start line after a caution during the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Feb. 16, 2025, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

3 weeks ago

NASCAR’s 2026 schedule shake-up: New street race, Chicagoland’s return, and more

NASCAR will go back to the Chicagoland Raceway after a few years of a street race in downtown Chicago.

FILE - Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald stands on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Oct. 23, 2021, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)

3 weeks ago

Northwestern reaches settlement with football coach who was fired amid hazing scandal

Fitzgerald denied wrongdoing and sued for $130 million.

A 2023 storm caused extensive home damage in parts of Springfield, including trees falling on homes. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Insurance industry opposes regulation, blames inflation, climate change for rate hikes

Pritzker called for legislation following State Farm’s 27% homeowners rate hike.

3 weeks ago

A dozen internal possibilities to succeed Gill as D-186 superintendent

At least twelve district employees hold a superintendent's endorsement.

Springfield resident Bob Croteau, in blue, stands near Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) at a news conference at the AFL-CIO headquarters in downtown Springfield. Crouteau was one of a number of AFSCME union members who surrounded the Congresswoman.

3 weeks ago

Budzinski: Even union members are feeling pain from ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

Budzinski: Don't like the bill? Vote in the 2026 midterm elections.

Jahsen Thomas was convicted for an April, 2021 murder.

3 weeks ago

Springfield man convicted of 2021 murder

Jahsen Thomas shot Courtney Smith, 37, multiple times in April of 2021.

3 weeks ago

Glenwood ranks as top high school in Springfield area

That mark places the school in the top 6% of all high schools statewide.

3 weeks ago

Today’s the day to save $ on gasoline

Circle K offers Inner Circle members 40-cent break.

3 weeks ago

Ex-Jan. 6 defendant sentenced in wrong-way fatal

Shane Woods killed one, injured three in I-55 crash.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE: Help is available in search for new D-186 superintendent as Gill retires

"I feel good about the pool of candidates that we will bring to Springfield," said IASB's Carmen Ayala.

Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, is pictured on the Senate floor. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

3 weeks ago

Senate President Harmon appeals $10M fine for improper campaign contributions

Election board likely to rule next month on Harmon’s argument.

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