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One killed in I-55 crash in Lincoln
LINCOLN, Ill. (WAND) - Illinois State Police were called out for a deadly crash on Interstate 55 in Lincoln. Troopers were called to a crash on I-55 northbound near milepost 125, the overhead of Route 121. Troopers said one semi was traveling southbound on Interstate 55 and, for unknown reasons,...
New workforce program launching for seniors in the Springfield area
There will soon be a new program helping seniors rejoin the workforce in Sangamon County. The HAP Foundation partnered with AmeriCorps for the program, which is intended to train seniors to help them reenter the workforce as community health workers. Community health workers serve as a link between health services...
Joe Elbis dominates in 3-0 Hops win over Tri-City
Death, taxes, and the Hops taking Game 1 of a series. For the fourth straight series, Hillsboro defeated their opponent in the first of a six-game set, this time beating Tri-City 3-0 on Tuesday, June 11, at Hillsboro Ballpark. Joe Elbis — the reigning NWL Pitcher of the Month — again dominated from the mound, allowing just three hits while striking out eight in eight shutout innings. ...
Marquette Heights Police investigate recent vehicle burglaries
TAZEWELL COUNTY (25News Now) - A string of vehicle burglaries in Marquette Heights has the police department looking for suspects. Police Chief William Merritt said the break-ins took place in different locations throughout the town on Wednesday. Merritt said nothing of high value was taken, and the vehicles were left...
Springfield restaurant closing after less than one year being open
An up-and-coming Springfield restaurant is shutting its doors for good.After opening in October 2023, the upscale diner Twisted Fork announced the final day of operation at the restaurant would be on June 5. Owners Amanda and Jered Sandner thanked the community for the restaurant's support while it was open and made references to future ventures on a Facebook post announcing the closure May 31.
Sangamon Co. Crime Stoppers looking for tips in series of arsons
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Law enforcement officials in Springfield are looking to help the Springfield Fire Department as they investigate an arson that damaged a home earlier this year. The fire happened March 30 at a home near Wesley Street and Enos Avenue, and it cost $15,000 worth of damage. Officials added that this was […]
‘History Cooks’ returns to History Comes Alive in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — At this year’s History Comes Alive event in Springfield, not only do guests get to immerse themselves in the life and legacy of President Abraham Lincoln — they can also witness and take home Springfield’s most notable recipes from throughout the last century. “History Cooks” has returned for its third year […]
Illinois State Trooper hurt in I-55 motorcycle crash
SHERMAN, Ill. (WCIA) — An Illinois State Trooper is in the hospital after they crashed their motorcycle on Interstate 55 Wednesday morning. State Police officials said the crash happened at milepost 105 near Sherman in Sangamon County. At around 7 a.m., the trooper was driving north when, for unknown reasons, their motorcycle left the roadway […]
Springfield Pridefest hits attendance record
SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield Pridefest it a new record attendance record with an estimated 23-27,000 people. The event, which includes a parade and street festival, takes place the third weekend of May each year. This year was the fourteenth for the festival. Jonna Cooley, executive director of the Phoenix...
Here are the results for the 2024 River Cup men's golf championships
Team Tazwood won the 32nd River Cup men’s golf championships on June 8-9 at Mount Hawley Country Club in Peoria, while Team Peoria won the senior competition. This is the second men's victory in three years for Team Tazwood, which capped a 10.5-7.5 victory on Sunday. Peoria won the senior event, 10-8. ...
Meeting set to discuss the future of Springfield Race Riot sites
The community is invited to a meeting Monday evening on commemorating the 1908 Springfield Race Riot. The U.S. Department of the Interior is hosting the event June 10 at the Union Baptist Church, 1504 E. Monroe St., from 6:00-7:00 p.m. It will feature a speaking program with guests:. • Brenda...
Hearing set for June 13 on planned closure of Logan women's prison
A public meeting is set for June 13 for those looking to share their opinion about the planned closure of the Logan women’s prison in Lincoln. The Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability hearing is set for 5 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at Lincoln Junior High School in Lincoln. Lincoln is about 30 miles southwest of Bloomington.
Popular bakery near Springfield shuts its doors for good
Owner of Bakin’ Me Happy Tina Aten said a personal decision led to the closing of the store. The bakery and breakfast shop on North 7th street in Riverton had originally planned to reopen after Memorial Day, but a post made on social media May 30 said the store had closed because of an unexpected event, leading to the permanent closure.
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