
Fire Destroys Garage at Residence in Loami
Several area departments responded before noon. No injuries are reported.
2h ago

Springfield Fire Department Responds to Fire at Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Building
Fire crews were called after a haze was detected throughout the floor. No injuries are reported. Traffic in that block was detoured for about an hour.
2h ago

District 186 Votes to Increase Rate of After School Program
The weekly rate will go up by 5 or 10 dollars for the 2026-2027 school year, depending on the plan
3h ago
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Springfield Man Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges
31-year-old Jeremy S. Lafleur was arrested by Sangamon County Sheriff's officers on March 19thon six counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child
3h ago
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Former IEA President Weaver Passes Away at Age 86
Weaver, who also spent 30 years as a teacher in the Harvey school system, was the first Black person to be elected president of the IEA.
3h ago

The Artist Spotlight: SkyDxddy
Today's Artist Spotlight welcomes back SkyDxddy from Nashville with her new single, "Hate Me." The song is the follow up to her debut album "Traumacore (RAW AND UNCUT)" which came out in 2025. The song will be on the upcoming deluxe edition of "Trauamcore (RUN AND UNCUT)" which will be out...
6h ago

Circle of Friends: Taylor Stevens
Presented by Meet the 98.7 WNNS Circle of Friends - your connection to the heartbeat of the Springfield area! The Circle of Friends is your best variety for inside scoops, volunteer engagement, and issues that matter most to our vibrant community. Join the conversation and let's celebrate the best of Springfield, toget...
7h ago

Yearslong ethanol policy standoff could cost Illinois drivers at the pump yet again
A yearslong ethanol policy standoff could cost Illinois drivers at the pump yet again this summer.
9h ago

Opening Day: How Much Does It Cost to Attend an MLB Game in 2026?
The Major League Baseball season kicks off TONIGHT, and if you're thinking that hitting up a baseball game this spring could be some cheap, family fun . . . you might want to consider a local HIGH SCHOOL game. A new report found that the average cost of an MLB game for a family of four in 2026 is: $225.90. And that's...
10h ago
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Fire Damages Springfield Residence
Firefighters were called to the 3900 block of Thackeray Drive at about 6 pm and found smoke and flames coming from the attic
11h ago
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