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Brandun Schweizer concedes 104th District Race to Roberson

DANVILLE, IL — State Representative Brandun Schweizer (R-Danville) issued the following statement regarding the results of the November 3 general election:. “First and foremost, I want to give thanks to the Lord. We praise Him in times of joy, and we must also praise Him in times of disappointment and defeat. Even when we don’t understand His plan, we can trust that He has one. I am grateful for the opportunities He has given me and trust Him with whatever comes next.

Danville, IL · 1d

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Downtown Danville Inc Invites the Community to Put Thought into Action During Small Business Season

Danville, IL —November 6, 2026 — Downtown Danville Inc invites residents, businesses, and community organizations to support local entrepreneurs throughout Small Business Season, November 1 through December 31, 2026. This year’s theme, “It’s the Thought That Counts,” celebrates the care behind local businesses and the ways a thoughtful action can connect them with new customers and opportunities.

Danville, IL · 2d

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Town of Normal to try again at updating home-based business rules, starting with public opinion

The Town of Normal is requesting the public's feedback on zoning and regulation of home-based businesses at an open house Wednesday, Nov. 18. It will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. in Room 409 at City Hall. A newsletter sent by the town this week said, "This event is an opportunity...

Normal, IL · 2d

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Memorial Health to close one of its Springfield facilities

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A facility operated by Memorial Health is closing, at a time when mental health and the improvement of it is a very strong subject. Memorial confirms the Behavioral Health facility at West Lake will be shutting down by the end of the year.

Springfield, IL · 3d

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New hospital planned on west side

A freestanding, 60-bed hospital costing $66.3 million and focused on rehabilitation for people after strokes, brain injuries, fractures and a range of other medical problems would be built on Springfield’s far west side if state regulators approve the plan in the next month or two. The for-profit Rehabilitation Institute...

Springfield, IL · 4d

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SMTD acquires 25 acres in Springfield for new transportation facility

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Sangamon Mass Transit District is planning a new transportation facility, and the agency just acquired 25 acres of land to build it on. The SMTD announced the recent acquisition of property at 250 W. North St. on the south side of Springfield. The agency plans to build a secondary off-street […]

Springfield, IL · 3d

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Springfield among the 'rattiest cities' in the US, new report finds

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Springfield ranks among the "rattiest cities" in the U.S., according to one recent list. The capital city did not make the top 10, but it made the top 50 in Orkin's Rattiest Cities list . Springfield ranks 29th, having jumped 8 spots on the list since last year. Chicago holds the second spot on the list. Orkin determined the rattiest cities by tracking all new residential rodent treatments from August 2025 to August 2026, which the company says offers a snapshot of the cities with the highest levels of rat and mice treatment activity. More: Top 5 elementary and middle schools in Springfield The top 10 Here are the rattiest cities in the U.S., according to the company: Los Angeles Chicago New York San Francisco Washington, D.C. Detroit Cleveland Denver Philadelphia Baltimore "Los Angeles’ year-round mild weather, dense neighborhoods and abundant access to food, water and shelter create conditions where rats and mice can thrive," the ranking reads. "From residential neighborhoods to bustling commercial corridors, the same features that make the city attractive to millions of people can also provide rodents with plenty of opportunities to find the resources they need to survive." Tom Ackerman covers breaking

Springfield, IL · 2d

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UNOFFICIAL RESULTS: Paula Crouch wins election as Sangamon Co. Sheriff

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The unofficial numbers are in for the sheriff’s race in Sangamon County. It was a highly contested election going into Tuesday, but Republican incumbent Paula Crouch is projected to be the winner. Crouch beat out Democrat Marc Bell by just under 6,000 votes, winning a full term as Sangamon County’s top […]

Sangamon County, IL · 4d

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New medical facility could be coming to Springfield’s west side

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - A new medical facility is in the works for the west side of Springfield. Memorial Health and Encompass Health are starting a new partnership for a rehabilitation facility. The 60-bed hospital will focus on helping patients after strokes, brain injuries, and other medical issues. Officials said...

Springfield, IL · 2d

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City council discuss Springfield Rail Improvement Project, brief shouting match after meeting

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Springfield City Council held its meeting on Wednesday due to election night. During that meeting, Mike Mendenhall with Hanson Professional Services opened with a presentation providing updates to the Springfield Rail Improvement Project. He says the project related to the 10th Street corridor is on track to be completed by 2027.

Springfield, IL · 3d

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Hotel files petition to convert to apartments

The owners of MainStay Suites on South Dirksen Parkway have filed a zoning petition with the city of Springfield for a permit to convert the extended-stay hotel into apartments. Hazur Hospitality is seeking to turn the 109 hotel units in the property at 3185 S. Dirksen Parkway into 109 apartments,...

Springfield, IL · 4d

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The Secret Illinois Buffet That Locals Try To Hide From Outsiders

A truck stop restaurant that started in 1928 as a garage selling sandwiches is still serving an all-you-can-eat buffet today. That alone deserves a second look. The buffet starts at 6 AM. Breakfast favorites, comfort-food classics, and rotating dishes fill the line, with a soup and salad station waiting nearby.

Illinois · 1d

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Move Over Turkey! What Some Illinoisans Are Serving Instead

Not everyone in Illinois is basting a turkey this Thanksgiving, and the alternatives might surprise you.

Illinois · 2d

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Pritzker to ‘pause’ public events while recovering from outpatient procedure

Illinois · 1d

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Gov. Pritzker to undergo medical procedure, pause public events while recovering

Gov. JB Pritzker will undergo an outpatient medical procedure Monday, his office said Friday.

Illinois · 2d

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Illinois veterans struggling with vision gifted Meta AI glasses

Rosemont, IL · 7h

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Springfield could have a place for you to rehab

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – You don’t need to be in the hospital anymore, but you are not ready to go home. That is where the Rehabilitation Institute of Springfield would come in, if it’s built on the city’s west side. “They are seeking (state)...

Springfield, IL · 18h