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Hands of a male doctor or professional nurse in medical gloves injecting antiviral medicine to a patient. treatment concept medical services.

3 weeks ago

Memorial Health urges flu vaccinations ahead of peak season

Richie said getting vaccinated can help protect both the individual and those around them.

FILE - In this Jan. 26, 1986 file photo shows, Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka reaches out to shake hands with New England Patriots coach Raymond Berry after the Bears won the NFL football Super Bowl XX game in New Orleans. (AP Photo/File)

4 weeks ago

Mike Ditka tributes pour in from President Trump, former President Obama, Chicago and the NFL

The Pro Football Hall of Famer was remembered by the sports world and beyond for his impact on the game as both a player and a coach, and later as a TV analyst.

An emergency preparedness exercise was held with Illinois State Police October 7, 2026 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

4 weeks ago

Illinois State Police conduct emergency preparedness exercise in Springfield

ISP said this exercise was designed to help protect and serve communities during emergency events.

4 weeks ago

Jacksonville man sentenced to federal prison for child porn possession

Daniel Brannan, 48, had more than 5,000 images and videos when he was arrested, said prosecutors.

4 weeks ago

Get your brick on: LEGO convention hits state fairgrounds

The Brick Convention runs Oct. 10-11.

4 weeks ago

Riverton man wanted for July video gaming terminal burglary at local bar

Troy Rathbone allegedly had a hand in breaking into Mama Lee's Sandbar on Mechanicsburg Road back in July.

4 weeks ago

Mobile comedy venue ‘Rolling Laughs’ rolls to success in first season

One more pop-up show this season, but plenty more appearances for Cassandra Simpson.

Students from the FFA chapter at Central A&M high school helped feed farmers.

4 weeks ago

FFA students feed hungry farmers

The lunch bags contained pork burgers, chips, a cookie and trail mix. A bottle of water was also included.

A massive 2,000-square-foot television wraps around the DraftKings Sports Bar at Wrigley Field. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

4 weeks ago

Report: Illinois tax revenue from gambling increased 19% last year

Sports betting, video gambling continue to drive increase.

FILE - Former NFL coach and University of Pittsburgh alumnus, Mike Ditka speaks at a news conference for the retirement of the number 75 jersey for former Pittsburgh offensive lineman Jim Covert before an NCAA football game between the Pittsburgh and the Notre Dame, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015 in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

4 weeks ago

Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear, dies at 86

Ditka's family announced the death on Friday in a statement.

4 weeks ago

Still more to learn about the Mother Road

The Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is in Springfield.

A sculpture of ascending doves is displayed at a memorial for survivors and lives lost to suicide dedicated by the Archdiocese of Chicago at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery in Hillside, Ill., on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Luis Andres Henao)

4 weeks ago

First suicide memorial by a US archdiocese signals a compassionate shift by the Catholic Church

The archdiocese says the “At Peace” memorial at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery is the first of its kind by any U.S. archdiocese.

4 weeks ago

Illinois launches low-interest grain storage loan program for farmers

The announcement comes as farmers struggle with high operating costs, tariffs and an unpredictable market.

Governor JB Pritzker speaks Thursday, October 8, in LaSalle.

4 weeks ago

Viakable announces $55 million expansion at Illinois manufacturing facility

Company hopes to increase manufacturing capacity for country’s electrical infrastructure market.

4 weeks ago

Trump administration denies Illinois’ request for disaster relief — again

State sought FEMA help after days of severe weather in August.

4 weeks ago

FBI arrests Springfield man on federal charges

Mark Casey, 46, allegedly made threats against federal officials.

Anita McBride, co-author of "Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women"

4 weeks ago

Co-author of book on first ladies to be part of upcoming ALPLM discussion

Anita McBride will discuss how the role of a first lady has changed over the years.

7's Groceries, located at the former Save-a-Lot on Clear Lake Ave., is preparing to open.

4 weeks ago

Grocery, bookstore are among recipients of Springfield cannabis grants

A new grocery is planned where Save-a-Lot formerly did business.

4 weeks ago

Illinois ranks among the best for access to mental healthcare. Here’s how to find help

LifeStance Health reports on mental healthcare access in Illinois.

Dan and Annette Clow of Clow Controls with Joe Kulek and Brian Vogt of Henson Robinson marking the addition of Clow Controls to the Henson Robinson family.

4 weeks ago

Springfield’s Henson Robinson acquires assets of Decatur-based HVAC servicer

Clow Controls' five employees are now employed by Henson Robinson.

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