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Springfield high school student who was shot and killed is identified
The Southeast High School student shot and killed Wednesday morning across from Dreamland Park on Taylor Avenue was identified by Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon as Keyon Day of Springfield. Following Thursday's autopsy, Allmon said preliminary findings showed Day died from "multiple gunshot wounds in the lower part of the...
2 people killed in RV struck by train
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WAND) — Two people were killed when an RV was struck by a train in the eastern edge of Christian County on Thursday. The crash occurred a little after noon on E 2300 North Rd. near Illinois Route 48. The initial investigation shows that the RV was traveling east on E 2300 North Rd. while the train was northbound. The RV crossed the tracks and was struck.
'Carry a little piece of Keyon with you': Family, classmates gather for slain Springfield teen
Nine siblings and her mom and dad lived in Kamariya Thomas' house in Springfield. It was big enough, though, a couple of years ago to let in Keyon Day, Thomas' then-eighth grade classmate at Franklin Middle School, when he was having issues at home. "We made it better for him,"...
Popular fast-food restaurant returning to Springfield while new dining concept opens
Wendy’s signature square burgers will be returning to 1250 Toronto Road this summer, according to a corporate spokesperson. The Springfield location closed in February along with a dozen sister sites owned by Florida-based Starboard Group after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 14. These closures include Wendy’s in Quincy and Hannibal, Mo., both of which closed in early January.
Flooding is Illinois’ Most Threatening Natural Disaster. Are We Prepared?
This story was originally published by the Illinois Answers Project. The electricity in Mary Buchanan’s home in West Garfield Park was not working – again. The outage lasted four days, starting just after a crew dug up her front lawn to install a check valve in late March, in order to stop waste water from pouring into her basement. She told herself this $12,000 construction would be worth it if it means no more flooding.
On the market: Springfield home has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and an electric fireplace
Description: Built in 2020 with 2,556 square feet of living space, this duplex has a mix of luxury and comfort. Located on the west side of Springfield, this home offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, room for an office space and high-end appliances. The house comes with an electric fireplace and luxurious finishes throughout the house. A master suite has a walk-in closet, updated carpet, and a walk-in tile shower. The basement comes with a lot of storage space and a living space plus a bedroom with a full bathroom. You can also enjoy a fenced in backyard with a patio space.
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