CHICAGO - Michelle Nolasco, a 20-year-old DePaul University student from Orland Park, Illinois, held a sign that read: "I was supposed to be at school ... Instead, I am here, fighting for mi familia y mi gente," meaning "my family and my people." "I feel like being in class is not as important ...

The Springfield Police Department announced on Wednesday morning road closures for the upcoming 40th Annual Police Officers' Memorial Ceremony; every year on the first Thursday of May, the Illinois Police Memorial Committee holds a ceremony to pay tribute to fallen officers and their families. The 40th annual Police Of...

Today, members of the Springfield community came out to the Illinois State Fairgrounds to fix a craving for fair food. Five State Fair food vendors set up shop under the Reisch Pavilion to offer their products as part of the State Fair's 100 Days out Celebration. The event coincided with a 24-hour flash sale of admissi...

Illinois Secretary Alexi Giannoulias announced on Tuesday that the Secretary of State's 75th annual Vehicle Show is set to take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in downtown Springfield. Highlighting the 70th anniversary of the iconic Chrysler 300 for this year's event, a limited number of...

The Dominican Sisters of Springfield announced on Monday that they are set to hold a public prayer to honor the life of Pope Francis and to "pray for the Spirit's intercession in the search for his successor" this Sunday, May 4, at 4:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Convent Chapel, 1237 W. Monroe St. Sister Joanne De...

The Lewis and Clark State Historic Site will commemorate the 221st anniversary of the start of the Lewis and Clark Expedition with the annual Point of Departure Commemoration May 10 and 11. On both days, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, a free event will be open to the public where visitors can interact with military demonstr...

Friday, May 2, the University of Illinois Springfield's Make A Noise Ensemble closes out the season by presenting a free experimental music show. The university invites the Springfield public to "Prepare for an unforgettable evening as the Make A Noise Ensemble pushes the boundaries of music with contemporary work...

Springfield is set to open a first-of-its-kind innovation in Enos Park, one that aims for a greater measure of communal and social inclusion in the midst of nature. The Grand Opening of the Wheelchair Accessible Garden at the Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens (EPNG) is set to be held on Tuesday, April 29, at 10 a.m. sharp...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced on Thursday that youths aged 10 and older - as well as adults - can now register online for the upcoming youth and family wingshooting clinic scheduled for 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 8 at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area in Cass County. The depart...

The University of Illinois Springfield Astronomy-Physics Program will host two astronomy events the weekend of May 3-4, offering the public an opportunity to explore the night sky. The first event will be held in celebration of National Astronomy Day. The second is an accessible star party designed for individuals with...