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3 weeks ago
Pritzker touts wins; reporters ask about Bears instead
Stadium authority bill lacked support in House; budget came together amid "extraordinary uncertainty.”
3 weeks ago
Schools to get funding increase, but less than some had urged
Budget fully funds 10th year of EBF; restores property tax relief grants.
3 weeks ago
Lawmakers pass bill to shield abortion information from digital medical records
The measure seeks to protect abortion patients in Illinois from out-of-state retaliation.
3 weeks ago
Property tax debt sale reform will allow homeowners to keep more of their equity
Illinois lawmakers pass bill to bring state into compliance with 2023 Supreme Court decision.
3 weeks ago
POWER Act data center regulation didn’t move forward this spring
As measure falters, sponsors call for halting tax credit that was passed in 2019.
3 weeks ago
Chicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives
"We will provide an update when we have a decision to share,” the team said in its statement.
3 weeks ago
McCrady talks tourism and data center project
Ryan McCrady, CEO of The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance stopped by The WTAX Morning NewsWatch
3 weeks ago
Annual Black Lives Matter procession continues tradition of advocacy and unity
People decorated their cars with messages highlighting the history of Black Lives Matter before taking part in a procession through the city.
3 weeks ago
Health officials warn central IL residents to watch out for ticks this summer
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, ticks can spread illnesses including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, alpha-gal syndrome and ehrlichiosis.
3 weeks ago
Former Sangamo Club could become housing –SBJ
Asking price for the former Sangamo Club was around $600,000.
3 weeks ago
Illinois lawmakers fail to pass Bears bill despite goal line push
Senate approves bill aimed at addressing concerns, but House punts the issue.
3 weeks ago
Session slog ends in $56B budget, new taxes on social media companies, crypto, fantasy sports
Gas tax increase suspended while new taxes on businesses plug revenue hole.
3 weeks ago
Route 66 exhibit opens at Illinois State Museum
Museum officials said the collection includes a variety of Route 66 memorabilia, such as vintage souvenirs, neon signs, fiberglass advertising figures and Burma-Shave signs.
3 weeks ago
Fun all around Springfield is on its way in June
Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield Stopped by The WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss all these amazing events.
3 weeks ago
Stojakovic returns to Illinois after withdrawing from NBA Draft
Illini wing gives Illinois another major boost heading into 2026-27 season.
3 weeks ago
In farm country, an old American pickup truck becomes more than a workhorse
Pickups were made for work. Until the first purpose-built ones rolled off American assembly lines in the early 20th century, people DIY-ed their own.
3 weeks ago
Are home prices going up in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how home prices are changing in 2026 in Springfield, IL.
3 weeks ago
Long before McDonald’s, Maid Rite pioneered the American drive-thru
"The original way — mustard, chopped onion, chopped pickles, scoop of ground beef ... 1-2-3-4 this is what the Maid-Rite is. You made that in all of 15 seconds — I do 15 in a minute," said Owner Sam Quasi.
