Springfield Seeks Grant Funds To Develop North Mansion Y Block
The City of Springfield is seeking a $3 million grant in its latest push to convert the vacant North Mansion Y Block into a public gathering space… with an amphitheater, a market pavilion, splash pad, and more.
12 Injured When Bus Overturns On Snowy I-55 South Of Springfield
12 people are hurt, but are expected to recover, after a bus crash on snow-covered Interstate 55 south of Springfield Friday morning. State police say the bus was northbound at milepost 79 around 6:30am when it
This Weekend Marks Two Years Since Pandemic Closed Down Much Of Illinois
This weekend marks two years since the coronavirus pandemic changed everything in Illinois. At the time, the state had only seen around two dozen cases of the virus, but its rapid spread led to the cancellation
White Again Extends Driver’s License, ID Card Expiration Dates
Expiration dates for Illinois driver’s licenses and state ID cards have been extended once again. Secretary of State Jesse White has issued numerous extensions of those deadlines during the pandemic in order to avoid big crowds
Durbin Touts Ukraine Aid, Explains Decision Not To Bolster Air Defenses
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin says America and NATO are doing everything they can right now to help Ukraine. Durbin points to $14 billion in additional aid approved as part of a major federal spending bill Thursday
Butler Bill Would Allow Recall Of Cook County State’s Attorney
A Springfield lawmaker wants to give Cook County voters the right to recall their state’s attorney. Republican Representative Tim Butler is introducing legislation that would allow voters to gather petition signatures for a recall election targeting
Sacred Heart-Griffin Advances To State Class 3A Title Game
Two years after their state title hopes were dashed by the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the Sacred Heart-Griffin Cyclones are headed to the IHSA Class 3A championship game. The Cyclones punched their ticket to the