Most Springfield Clinic Locations Plan To Be Open Friday
Get the latest news: Subscribe Now Most Springfield Clinic locations will be open on Friday (February 4) with some adjusting their opening hours. If a location is not on this list below, you can assume they are
Winter Storm Winds Down, But Travel Difficulties Persist; Many Schools Closed Again Friday
The debilitating winter storm that dumped nearly a foot of snow on the Springfield area is drawing to a close. Springfield had seen more than ten inches of snow by Thursday morning, with more falling into the
Republicans Rip ”Gimmicks” In Pritzker Budget
Illinois Republicans are blasting Governor JB Pritzker’s budget proposal this week, accusing the governor of relying on “election-year gimmicks” rather than making serious long-term structural changes to the state’s finances. Pritzker says the state is in its
Business, Labor Express Concern Over Suspension Of Gas Tax Increase
One of Governor JB Pritzker’s tax relief proposals is drawing concern from both business and labor groups. Pritzker wants to suspend a two-cent-per-gallon motor fuel tax increase that’s supposed to take effect this summer. The money is
Davis Would Prohibit Denial Of Transplants Based On COVID Vaccination Status
Amid a national debate on whether people should be dropped off organ transplant waiting lists for refusing to get the COVID vaccine, Congressman Rodney Davis is weighing in. The Taylorville Republican is a co-sponsor of legislation that
State To Award $4 Million In Grants For Route 66 Projects
The state of Illinois plans to offer $4 million in grants for projects that will support the upcoming 100th anniversary of Route 66. The legendary Chicago-to-L.A. highway helped to usher in the automotive age of American life,
Springfield Park District Issues Sledding Safety Reminder
The Springfield Park District is offering some safety tips for people who want to take advantage of the big snowfall to enjoy some sledding. The Park District has two large sled hills, one at Centennial Park and
First Friday Concert Cancelled
Get the latest news: Subscribe Now February’s First Friday concert will have to wait a few Fridays. Mark Gifford who puts these events together announced on Facebook that the concert will be cancelled. The “First Friday” concerts
ISP Troopers Struck In Snow-Related Crashes; Minor Injuries
It’s another example of the dangers that first responders face while providing assistance during severe winter weather. Three Illinois State Police troopers were involved in crashes in three separate incidents, two while they were helping motorists impacted