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Study: IL tariffs amount to $3,300 per household

No magic bullet, opposite seems to be true, says National Taxpayers Union Foundation.

3 weeks ago

Meet Coco — Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

A loving girl with very good recall.

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks with Emily Waugh of Oregon at Lulu’s Diner in Springfield on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Ben Szalinski)

3 weeks ago

Pritzker pledges to stay on ‘Team Fight’ as he asks Illinois voters for 3rd term

Governor declines to say when he will make presidential decision.

Man Riding E Bike Bicycle In City. Electric Bike In Summer

3 weeks ago

New law gives police tools to enforce e-bike, scooter safety

While Senate Bill 3484 is extensive, here are some key changes to note.

Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center (File photo by Whitney Curtis for ProPublica & Capitol News Illinois)

3 weeks ago

Pritzker, lawmakers divided on future of Choate Developmental Center

The Anna, IL facility has faced intense scrutiny after years of resident abuse, neglect and staff misconduct.

3 weeks ago

Best high schools in Illinois

Stacker compiled a list of the best high schools in Illinois using data from Niche.

3 weeks ago

Springfield Hotel and Lodging Association opposed to county sales tax for BOS Center expansion

"We were just informed of (the proposal) a week ago (Monday), and now we're sitting here wanting to have a vote?"

Mike Murphy, CEO, Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

3 weeks ago

Springfield Chamber keeping an eye on potential car dealer sale

Chamber CEO Mike Murphy tells the WTAX Morning Newswatch it's just not the same trying to build a relationship with a large company.

3 weeks ago

Meet Coco — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

A "very sweet girl who will be a wonderful companion...."

Engineering, women or blueprint for construction site, teamwork or architecture with conversation. Group, staff or leader with employees, documents or floor plan with contractor, review or industrial

3 weeks ago

Pritzker signs bill improving sanitation, access to menstrual products on construction sites

The new law states employers must provide a separate restroom designated for workers who menstruate or are lactating.

3 weeks ago

Illinois program offers free, confidential mental health support to farm families

The program also offers up to six telehealth counseling sessions for individuals, couples or groups, at no cost.

3 weeks ago

Inside the site selection process

Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance aims to attract, retain, expand businesses.

3 weeks ago

CWLP progress report

The city council learned how CWLP is removing lead service lines and preparing for automated electricity meters.

3 weeks ago

Hot air balloons fill the skies over Lincoln for annual festival

Ballooning in Lincoln has drawn a following for decades.

Portrait of distressed teenage boy sharing mental health troubles with therapist while sitting on chair and hiding face during one on one session copy space

3 weeks ago

Expert: Back to school time for kids could be more than just a stressor

There could end up being problems with mental health, too.

3 weeks ago

Christian County approves year-long restriction on data centers, carbon sequestration

County officials said these temporary restrictions will give them time to develop and finalize county ordinances.

Amy Beadle, front dressed in a dark color with white trim, takes part in a Central Illinois Customer Service Association "WOW Award" presentation in October, 2025.

3 weeks ago

Beadle to leave ‘Visit Springfield,’ but says there are plenty of things to do in the city in September

September runs the gamut, from the Springfield Mile to the Mother Road Festival.

A City Water, Light, and Power employee works in the hole opened up in the road at the site of a water main break, while another employee is in the road.

3 weeks ago

Repair to major downtown Springfield water main almost complete

The road is expected to be closed for the next two weeks.

3 weeks ago

Agreed-to injunction filed in lawsuit filed by Springfield Bishop, among others, against state’s new assisted suicide law

Paprocki says it goes against the teachings of the Catholic Church.

City Water, Light, and Power crews work to fix a water main break in downtown Springfield Thursday, August 27.

3 weeks ago

CWLP working to fix downtown Springfield water main break 12 feet long

A 12-foot-long break in the water main occurred.

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