First ordinance in Illinois to ban flavored tobacco products took effect in Evanston this past Tuesday April 4, 2024 11:27 am|The first ordinance to ban flavored tobacco products in Illinois took effect earlier this week in Evanston. The…
Illinois Governor Pritzker announces launch of new quantum research initiative designed to improve energy and manufacturing production April 3, 2024 3:32 pm|Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has announced the launch of a new quantum research initiative he says will improve…
Newest Illinois work data shows jobless claims up from prior week, while unemployment claims dip April 2, 2024 5:43 pm|Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois rose last week compared with the week prior. New jobless claims,…
Agricultural leaders across Illinois eyeing expiring federal Farm Bill seek more certainty concerning its renewal April 2, 2024 3:41 pm|Several local agricultural leaders across Illinois – and particularly in Springfield – are wanting more certainty as the…
Local hotel group Legacy Hospitality announces plans for new hotel next to Scheels Sports Complex at Legacy Pointe April 1, 2024 12:08 pm|In an announcement which comes just six months after the groundbreaking of the Scheels Sports Park at Legacy…
Two Springfield business owners face federal indictments for operations involving prostitution March 26, 2024 3:15 pm|Two Springfield business owners have been indicted by federal officials after being investigated for running operations involving prostitution.…
Springfield City Officials to take part in special Tuesday night USPS public meeting ahead of Wednesday’s rescheduled council meeting March 26, 2024 2:05 pm|Springfield city officials have scheduled a special meeting of the City Council in conjunction with the U.S. Postal…
Green Family cuts ribbon on new Hyundai dealership March 25, 2024 10:42 pm|On Friday, the Springfield Chamber of Commerce joined Green Family Stores to formally cut the ribbon on the…
Unemployment claims continue to fall across Illinois across previous week March 25, 2024 6:36 am|Unemployment claims fell last week in Illinois by more than 500 over the previous week. Last week, new…
Nowicki: With recession fears subsiding, new state economic forecast expects ‘firm but steady growth’ March 24, 2024 9:45 am|Legislature’s revenue estimate closely mirrors governor’s proposed spending plan By JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois jnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD –…