AP: Chicago’s response to migrant influx stirs longstanding frustrations among Black residents
- April 19, 2024 7:29 pm|
New ADL report suggests that antisemitic incidents skyrocketed across Illinois and greater U.S. in 2023, especially since this past October 7
- April 19, 2024 5:32 pm|
Illinois AG Raoul files lawsuit against realty group and corporate managers over alleged tricks aimed at consumer’s wallets
- April 19, 2024 1:34 pm|
Illinois youth break turkey season record with just over 2,000 birds shot and collected across 2024
- April 19, 2024 11:19 am|
CDC now investigating series of hospitalizations across Illinois and eight other states linked to mishandled or counterfeit Botox treatments
- April 19, 2024 7:13 am|
New bill led by State Senator Doris Turner would allow for the suspension of EMS professionals who’ve been charged with a crime while on the job
- April 18, 2024 7:59 pm|
Springfield High School set to undergo renovations as innovations continue across capital city schools
- April 18, 2024 2:53 pm|
Governor Pritzker appoints James Montgomery to serve as Executive Director of Illinois Prisoner Review Board in wake of resignations, intensified scrutiny
- April 18, 2024 11:47 am|
City Council Report: Springfield citizens set record straight on immigrant aid
- April 17, 2024 9:24 pm|
Illinois Department of Agriculture encouraging farmers and industrial facilities across the state to take part in free agrochemical container recycling program
- April 17, 2024 3:36 pm|
Illinois Governor Pritzker announces launch of new quantum research initiative designed to improve energy and manufacturing production
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has announced the launch of a new quantum research initiative he says will improve the state’s energy production and general manufacturing. The plan would develop technology solutions for fraud detection and drug discovery.
Sangamon County Historical Society slated to have ACLU’s Ken Page discuss Springfield’s historic Black Firehouse No. Five in the middle of April
The historic Black Firehouse will be the topic of the Sangamon County Historical Society program at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 at the Black Firehouse No. Five – located at 1310 E. Adams St. in Springfield. The
Newest Illinois work data shows jobless claims up from prior week, while unemployment claims dip
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois rose last week compared with the week prior. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 8,300 in the week ending March 23, up from 7,480 the week before.
Agricultural leaders across Illinois eyeing expiring federal Farm Bill seek more certainty concerning its renewal
Several local agricultural leaders across Illinois – and particularly in Springfield – are wanting more certainty as the deadline for a federal bill gets close to six months before expiration. Last year, the Farm Bill was set
Springfield’s African American History Museum ends March’s Women’s History Month with panel discussion featuring ALPLM director
The Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum ended Women’s History Month with a panel discussion featuring Executive Director Christina Shutt from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum – as well as a whole host
Illinois public health officials note available precautions while giving COVID-19 and flu updates
State public health officials say levels of influenza remain flat across Illinois; meanwhile, cases of COVID-19 continue to fall as well. Health officials say the flu season can last through May, so residents are reminded to take
Local hotel group Legacy Hospitality announces plans for new hotel next to Scheels Sports Complex at Legacy Pointe
In an announcement which comes just six months after the groundbreaking of the Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe, a new hotel in that area has just recently been further confirmed. The hotel ownership group Legacy Hospitality
Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield Bishop Thomas Paprocki reiterates the church’s IVF position during Friday discussion with Patrick Pfingsten on WMAY
During a Good Friday morning, pre-Easter phone interview on WMAY with Patrick Pfingsten, Springfield Diocese Bishop Thomas Paprocki discussed various topics, including the Catholic Church’s position concerning IVF, or In Vitro Fertilization. After discussing why the Bishop
Illinois DCFS marks Child Abuse Prevention Month in April
In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services has announced events across the state to promote prevention of child abuse and neglect. To mark the month ahead, workers for
UIS slated to present six performances of “John Proctor is the Villian” throughout this April
The University of Illinois Springfield Theatre Program will present six performances of “John Proctor is the Villain” by Kimberly Belflower. The show will run for two weekends: Friday, April 12, through Sunday, April 14, and Thursday, April
Dee: Action to save remaining Illinois wetlands gains steam
Terri Dee Illinois News Connection March 18, 2024 The Supreme Court’s decision in 2023 to roll back the Clean Water Act has meant less federal oversight in protecting the country’s wetlands. Illinois does not have a standalone program, and
Springfield Rail Improvements Project continues to pick up steam heading into April
The bulldozing has begun on north 10th Street, and it doesn’t look to be stopping or slowing down anytime soon. There’s been more movement in the Springfield Rail Improvements Project; to be precise, 81 buildings have been