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ALPLM Celebrating the 4th with America 250: America's Ultimate Block Party
The event, which will be free to the public begins at 3 p.m. at Union Square Park across from the museum
Jul 03, 2026
Grayson Files for Release from Prison Through the Joe Coleman Act
That act allows a person in custody who is terminally ill or is medically incapacitated to be considered eligible for release...
Jul 03, 2026
Illinois Liquor Control Commission Shares 4th of July Safety Tips
Helpful tips if you do decide to have legal fireworks include light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly, never tr...
Jul 03, 2026
Portion of Bruns Lane to be Closed Starting Monday
Bruns Lane will be closed to thru traffic between Jefferson Street and North Grand Avenue for a water main replacement projec...
Jul 03, 2026
Downtown Springfield Historic Sites Celebrate 4th of July
The Illinois State Museum will present "The History Behind the Donner-Reed Party" at the Old State Capitol at noon ...
Jul 03, 2026
New regulations on intoxicating hemp are 'long overdue,' Pritzker says
Gov. JB Pritzker discusses new hemp regulations he signed last month during an event at SWAY Cannabis Dispensary in Chicago o...
Jul 03, 2026
CWLP Offering Energy Saving Tips During Extreme Heat
CWLP customers are also invited to schedule a Home Energy Audit through CWLP.
Jul 02, 2026
IDOT Opening Construction Lanes for Holiday Weekend Where Possible
Starting Thursday and running through midnight Sunday night lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen to minim...
Jul 02, 2026
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Impact Life Asking for Donors Over Holiday Weekend
The organization says the need for blood continues for surgeries, accidents, treatments and more despite the holiday.
Jul 02, 2026
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Local Fireworks Displays Planned for America's 250th
Rock the Dock activities on Friday include live music, face painting, a dunk tank, games, food trucks and fireworks at dusk.
Jul 02, 2026
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Illinois Department of Early Childhood Officially Launches
The new Illinois Department of Early Childhood officially launched full operations on Wednesday as the state began a new fisc...
Jul 02, 2026
House Speaker Welch Calls for Rep. Benton to Resign
Welch's demand comes five months after he kicked Benton out of the Democratic caucus and stripped him of his committee assign...
Jul 02, 2026
IDOT Warns of Possible Pavement Failures During Extreme Heat
You can report pavement failures to IDOT by calling 800-452-4368 or by reaching out to law enforcement via 911.
Jul 01, 2026
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Turner Touting Grants for Local Public Libraries and School Districts
The money is part of the Illinois Secretary of State's Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants, Security and Co...
Jul 01, 2026
Springfield City Council Discussing Renewing Flock Safety Contract
Flock Safety has increasingly come under scrutiny nationwide due to its facial recognition technology and data collection.
Jul 01, 2026
Chatham to Host Reading of Declaration of Independence on Saturday
The event begins at noon at Veterans Memorial Square.
Jul 01, 2026
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Pritzker Issues State Disaster Proclamation for 11 Counties
The proclamation covers Kankakee, McLean, Stephenson and Winnebago counties for severe weather events that took place in Marc...
Jul 01, 2026
Bailey Campaign Using AI Images and Video
Bailey's campaign has made AI-generated images and videos a regular part of its social media content.
Jul 01, 2026
Springfield Memorial Hospital Receives National Nursing Award
The hospital received "Magnet With Distinction" recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center on Monday
Jul 01, 2026
IDNR Says Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
While there are some smaller fireworks that are legal in Illinois, handheld fireworks, including firecrackers, roman candles ...
Jun 30, 2026
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ALPLM to Welcome U.S. Rep. James Clyburn on July 7th
Clyburn is in his 17th term, has received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his service in Congress, was the first Africa...
Jun 30, 2026
Extreme Heat to Continue Through Thursday
Cooling centers include City of Springfield offices, the Lincoln Library, St. John's Breadline, Salvation Army on Clear Lake ...
Jun 30, 2026
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New Family Room Opens at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital
The family room includes updated furnishings, a bathroom with a shower, washer, dryer, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker,...
Jun 30, 2026
