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Central Illinois Weather Alert: Veterans Day Rain, Then 40s

Cold front brings light rain Veterans Day, November 11, before temperatures tumble Thursday.

Illinois · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Illinois Bakery Inside A Historic Mansion Is Perfect For A Chilly Winter Afternoon

A French bakery fills an entire Italianate mansion in Illinois, and the garden entry even has swings built into it. That detail alone made me smile. The house once stood on a stretch of town nicknamed Aristocrat Hill. Today it serves croissants, quiche, and a flourless chocolate cake that helped make the bakery famous.

Springfield, IL · 2d
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Memorial Health looks to expand Springfield presence with new rehab facility

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) -- Springfield may see some healthcare changes with a proposed rehab center. It would be located in a current farm field at the corner of Milby Lane and Alex Boulevard. The 60-bed rehab center would treat patients recovering from brain injuries, fractures and other medical issues. It will cost just over $66 million to build.

Springfield, IL · 1d
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capitolcitynow.com

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Woo Hoo! ‘Simpsons’ writers to talk Saturday in Springfield — yes, THIS Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – “Is Springfield America?” The answer could be found this Saturday, in this Springfield, thanks to three of the writers of “The Simpsons” — one of whom is a presidential candidate. Writers Bill Odenkirk, Josh Weinstein, and Dan Greaney...

Springfield, IL · 11h
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My Journal Courier

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Franklin Elementary student competition raises money for military care packages

Franklin Elementary students are collecting change and candy to help send military care packages overseas for Veterans Day.

Franklin, IL · 19h

capitolcitynow.com

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Sangamon Co judge tosses data center lawsuit

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A judge has found Sangamon County had an open process in determining whether a zoning change to allow CyrusOne to build a data center near Waverly. People who live near the proposed site sued both the company and the county. “It was very...

Sangamon County, IL · 1d

WCIA

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IL Secretary of State’s Office hosts Veterans Day celebration

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office honored veterans a little early this year by bringing a variety of services to them. The Secretary of State’ Office hosted a Veteran’s Day celebration in Springfield on Monday. The office provided multiple services, including DMV services, to support military families and give them the resources they need.

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Illinois Innocence Project marks 25 years of freeing innocent people

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Illinois Innocence Project at the University of Illinois Springfield Saturday hosted a gala celebrating 25 years of fighting to free innocent people. According to project director Stephanie Kamel, the project has helped free and exonerate 34 different people, including 22 in the past six years.

Springfield, IL · 2d

illinoistimes.com

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Volunteers invited to help remove invasive species at Washington Park

The splendor of fall is on full display at Washington Park. Volunteers who want to help improve the woodlands at Washington Park are welcome to join the Sangamon Valley Sierra Club at an invasive species removal event from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14. Anyone interested should meet at the end of the parking lot by the tennis courts on the south side of the park. No special skills are required. Training as well as safety and removal equipment will be provided. Wear gloves and if you have tools, bring pruners and loppers.

Springfield, IL · 1d

nildealnow.com

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Brief Weekend Cold Blast Gives Way to Warmer than Normal Across Illinois Including Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield with Highs in the 50s

ILLINOIS — A brief cold blast is expected later this week into the weekend across Illinois, but warmer than normal temperatures are set to return next week. The latest 8 to 14 day outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, valid from November 16 through 22, shows Illinois and much of the Midwest leaning strongly toward above normal temperatures. Highs could reach the 50s and possibly the 60s at times, well above typical mid-November levels.

Illinois · 2d

Breeze-Courier

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LLCC honors veterans at 31st annual Veterans Day Ceremony Nov. 11

SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College will honor veterans at its 31st annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The ceremony begins at 12:30 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons on the LLCC-Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road, and a reception will follow. The public is invited to attend. The...

Springfield, IL · 17h

newschannel20.com

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Winners announced for the 2026 Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The month-long Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge has wrapped up and the winning chefs have been presented awards. Winners were chosen by Springfield residents who dined at the participating restaurants during the Challenge. Winner List:. Papi's Pizza Pub: 1st, Best Appetizer – No Mis-Steak Cheddar Fries.

Springfield, IL · 15h

The State Journal-Register

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City blames technological error for speaker snafu at meeting

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- The city of Springfield acknowledged Nov. 5 that a computer error kept two persons, including a community activist and advocate, off the speaker list at the Nov. 4 city council meeting. The organization headed by Tiara Standage wasn't buying the city's explanation, releasing its own statement Nov. 6. Standage said while she received an error message from the city clerk's office about it sending a confirmation email after attempting to sign up almost a week in advance of the meeting, she contacted the office by phone and said she received a verbal confirmation that she was on the speaker's list. More: Chaotic scene after activist isn't allowed to speak at city council All of the members of The PURPLE (People United to Reform Power, Liberty and Equity) Coalition who signed up to speak online received the same error message as Standage. They also called into the clerk's office and got individual confirmations. Standage was the only member of the coalition not allowed to speak. Standage, who has her own history SPD administration, insisted after the meeting she was being singled out because she was going to publicly call for the resignation of Springfield Police Department Lt. Charles

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Sangamon County Historical Society offers monthly programs and preserves local history through SangamonLink

The Sangamon County Historical Society has been sharing the stories of Springfield and Sangamon County since its founding in 1961. President Linda Schneider and Mike Kienzler, a researcher for the society’s online historical resource SangamonLink, join Community Voices to talk about the organization’s work, upcoming programs, and the importance of preserving local history.

Springfield, IL · 7h

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Greenhouse latest addition to Springfield’s Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – It was a job for the big scissors Tuesday morning at Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens. They dedicated a new greenhouse, which came together from “tremendous community support” in grants and donors. “It took less than a week to put up the...

Springfield, IL · 12h

illinoistimes.com

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Chris Nickell interview

Vault 66 Pinball is more than an arcade; it’s part of Chris Nickell’s vision for a more vibrant downtown Springfield. In this episode of The Mosaic Project, we sit down with Chris to talk about entrepreneurship, downtown revitalization and what he hopes the future holds for our city.

Springfield, IL · 1d

illinoistimes.com

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County budget overview for 2027

Following committee sign off last week, the Sangamon County Board is set to approve its 2027 fiscal year budget on Nov. 10. County Administrator Brian McFadden gave the board’s Finance Committee a rundown of the upcoming budget’s major revenues and expenses during its Nov. 5 meeting, in addition to informing committee members of other key items. The committee budget presentation also included a revised estimate of $16.7 million in sales tax revenue to fund the county’s Mental Health Board.

Sangamon County, IL · 19h