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Arrest made in late night stabbing in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Police have made an arrest in a stabbing that left one one man injured Monday night. Police were called to the 800 Block of Jefferson Street around 9:45pm on the night of Monday, November 9. When they arrived, they found a 44-year-old man with non-life-threatening stab...

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Springfield man given decades in prison for murder

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A Springfield man is going to prison for the next several decades after pleading guilty to a murder more than a year ago. Court records indicate a judge last week sentenced Justin Pickrell, 25, to 45 years in prison, with credit for over 500 days served in the Sangamon County Jail.

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Edward Massey takes the stand in murder trial

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — The trial for a Springfield man accused of killing a Chatham woman is underway. Edward Massey is charged with second-degree murder, unlawful possession of a firearm, and possession of drugs in connection with the death of 36-year-old ReKeea Jackson-Mason. Jackson-Mason was pronounced dead in July...

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Man who hid wife’s body in trash can for 2 years indicted on federal charges

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Adam Corbin, the Springfield man accused of hiding his wife’s body for two years and collecting her state funds, was indicted on federal charges connected to stealing her Social Security benefits. Corbin was sentenced Friday on charges related to hiding his wife’s body. He...

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Man charged in deadly Springfield DUI crash indicted

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Ethan Harbour, who has been charged in a deadly DUI crash, has been indicted after being granted pretrial release. Harbour was arrested on October 14 for a crash at North 11th and East Madison streets. The two-car crash left one person dead and two others seriously...

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Murder defendant's testimony: 'I was afraid for my life'

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Edward L. Massey admitted to shooting ReKeea T. Jackson-Mason in the 1900 block of Holly Drive early in the morning of July 19, 2025, but testified that she came at him with a weapon and that "I was afraid for my life." That testimony came on the second day of Massey's second-degree murder bench trial before Presiding Circuit Court Judge John M. "Mo" Madonia at the Sangamon County Complex Nov. 10. Also testifying was Saundra Hayes, Massey's mother, with whom he lived. More: Husband of woman fatally shot in 2025 wanted to 'deescalate' situation Taking the stand for the prosecution was Springfield Police Det. John Larson, the chief investigator on the case. With Massey's testimony, the defense rested. Closing arguments are expected to take place Thursday with court out of session for Veterans Day. Jackson-Mason, 36 and a mother to three children, died of a single gun shot wound to the left side of her chest. Massey, 37, also has been charged with possession of a weapon by a felon. Massey is not related to the family of Sonya Massey , the 36-year-old woman who was fatally shot in her home by Sean Grayson in 2024. On

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Glenwood Intermediate School, Glenwood Middle School to attend school despite water main break

CHATHAM, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - While the water main break is not yet fixed, Glenwood Intermediate School (GIS) and Glenwood Middle School (GMS) students will attend school Thursday, November 12. The Village of Chatham will provide clean water to both schools and a boil order is not necessary. With the water...

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CrimeStoppers, Sangamon County Sheriff's Department seeking information about shooting

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Crime Stoppers is seeking information to help the Sangamon County Sheriff's Department in reference to a shooting. On October 21 around 7:45 pm in the 500 Block of North Stephens in Springfield, a woman was walking into her home when she was confronted by an unknown man, who asked her to empty her pockets. The woman refused and the man pulled out a gun. He shot the woman one time in the leg, running off after doing so.

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23 Foods You’ve Probably Never Heard Of Unless You’re From the Midwest

These regional specialty dishes will probably throw you for a loop unless you're from the Midwest.

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Springfield restaurants offer free Veterans Day meals

SPRINGFIELD, IL – To thank veterans for their service, local and national chains are giving veterans and active-duty persons a chance to score free meals and deals this Veterans Day. Veterans Day ties back to World War I. To commemorate Armistice Day between Germany and the Allies on Nov. 11, 1918, soldiers who fought overseas coming home weren’t recognized for their service through a national holiday until decades later. In 1938 Armistice Day became a federal holiday, before shifting names to better encompass all veterans in 1954. Over a century since the first war ended, veterans who served or served in conflicts in Korea to the Middle East, and anywhere in between can be recognized and treated in Springfield at these chain locations Nov. 11. More: UIS set to honor veterans with ceremony, open house Veterans Day meal deals Applebee’s Where: 2554 Sunrise Drive, Springfield Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Promotions: Applebee's is offering veterans, active-duty military, reservists and National Guard members a free full-size entrée from a special menu on Nov. 11, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY. The offer is dine-in only, and proof of military service is required. Buffalo Wild Wings Where: 2808

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Taylorville Police investigating scam involving cell phone deliveries

TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Taylorville Police Department is warning of a suspected scam as part of an ongoing, multi-state investigation. Department officials posted on Facebook that the scam concerns the shipment of cellular phones through Roadie, a third-party delivery platform. Last week, the department investigated an incident that led the investigation to Florida; the […]

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Recently opened restaurant serving up several types of chicken salad

Name: Side Chick Salad Co. Address: 115 N. Sixth St., Springfield Phone: None listed Website/Facebook: Side Chick Salad Co. on Facebook . Credit/debit cards accepted: Yes. Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Entrée price range : $12-13. Children’s menu : No My order : This recently opened business operates within Wild Rose Artisans Gallery and Boutique and offers several themed chicken salads. I was steered to the checkout counter where a monitor and menu enabled me to place my order. I opted for The Green Flag with oyster mushrooms, mashed chickpeas, herbs, and pumpkins seeds on a croissant ($13). Diners may opt for a lettuce wrap instead of a croissant. My husband ordered La Toxica jalapeno chicken salad with sharp cheddar on a croissant ($13) along with Friendship Ender Kettle Chips ($3). Other side choices include potato salad, pasta salad and slaw. Likes : My choice was a vegan option. The earthy umami of the oyster mushrooms and chickpeas gave the salad a meaty taste and texture, and the pumpkin seeds made for a nice crunch. My husband enjoyed the jalapeno kick of his chicken salad. Dislikes: Parking can be challenging at times downtown, and I would’ve

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People are still talking about Nov. 4 Springfield city council meeting

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield city council watchers Tuesday would not let the mayor and aldermen forget how last week’s meeting (pictured) ended, with aldermen and audience members shouting after the meeting officially ended. Mayor Misty Buscher adjourned that meeting while some people still expected to have their turn to speak. Citizens and the mayor’s and clerk’s offices disagree on just who had signed up, and a city statement the day after last week’s meeting blamed a communications glitch for some people’s sign-ups not reaching the clerk’s office.

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A second Catholic high school could be coming to Springfield | First Listen

The new high school would be different than Sacred Heart Griffin and would teach classical curriculum. The Farm Bill expired at the end of September and it's unclear when a new one will pass. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has acquired a business ledger that lends information regarding...

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Springfield, IL Weather Alert: Storm Risk Wednesday, Freeze Follows Nov 12

Central Illinois could reach 69 degrees Wednesday before colder air brings freezing nighttime temperatures

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June Tyler Store In The Taylorville Square Holds Ribbon Cutting

A new store recently opened at the Taylorville Square and held its official ribbon-cutting last week. A ribbon-cutting was held last Thursday for June Tyler, which will offer, among other things, women’s clothes, home accessories, and jewelry. Store owner Samantha Adermann took ownership of the store on August 1st.

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Largest Signing Day in Glenwood History: Part One – Individuals, Baseball and Cross Country

Glenwood’s 2026 fall signing day was too big to include in just one video. There were 23 signees on Tuesday and we have interviews with the first 11 in part one of our coverage. Sports represented in part one are dance, golf, shooting sports, soccer, basketball, baseball and cross country. The full group of signees in this part are listed below.

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SCHEELS Sports Park GM planning for the future

SCHEELS Sports Park General Manager Brandon Doherty said it will take time for the facility to bring the economic infusion to the area that has been promoted. The site, with numerous sports fields and what is billed as the world’s largest air-supported dome, sits on the south end of Springfield off MacArthur Blvd. near I-72.

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Spotlight & Giveaway: A Very Cozy Cat Lady Christmas by Amy Bizzarri

Today, HJ is pleased to share with you Amy Bizzarri’s new release: A Very Cozy Cat Lady Christmas. Between mischievous cats and a Christmas theft, the Bocchetta family winery is anything but quiet. When Chicago elementary school teacher Chiara Bocchetta heads home to Carlinville, Illinois, for Christmas at her...

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Building permits – Nov. 2 to Nov. 8

1999 Partners received a commercial remodel permit for 1999 Wabash Ave. Contractor is RD Lawrence Construction Corp. and the project is valued at $115,000. Springfield Hospital Inc. received a commercial remodel permit for 5230 S. Sixth Street Frontage Road. Contractor is Harold O’Shea Builders and the project is valued at $4.1 million.