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'One of the nicest people I ever met.' Longtime Springfield photojournalist dies at 78
At the end of a long day capping the opening of Springfield Clinic's pediatrics building on Old Jacksonville Road last fall, Justin Fowler was shepherding corporate sponsors for a group photo he was taking with his cell phone. Fowler felt a tap on his shoulder and turned around to see...
Baseball roundup: Plains ekes out Sangamo win over Auburn, and other Monday results
Here are the high school baseball results around Springfield for Monday: Day of tribute: Springfield area schools remember Tim Kratochvil, Ray Ramsey Stock rising: How Carlinville softball has ascended among the area’s best in 2A Pawnee's man: Meet the new head football coach at Pawnee: Josh Talley Baseball weekend roundup: Terlecki's heroics power Glenwood and other results from Friday and Saturday Athlete of the Week poll: Penalty kick save, walk-off hits: Vote for the SJ-R's athlete of the week Senators blending...
Lockdown lifted at Illinois capitol after bomb threat
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — State officials said the Illinois capitol complex was placed on lockdown on Sunday following a bomb threat. Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias relayed the incident on social media. State Police reported a bomb threat outside the Springfield capitol, leading Secretary of State Police to issue a lockdown and sweep for explosive […]
Springfield Business Incubator gets 1.6 million in federal funding
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — The CAP 1908 Social Innovation Center is meant to help foster economic development for businesses in Springfield. The new incubator, located on the corner of South Grand Ave. and 11th street, will include not only a workspace for people to meet, but also a test kitchen for people to work on […]
Court Square Transformation Prioritizes Sustainability and Accessibility
Springfield’s historic Court Square is undergoing a notable transformation, embracing environmental sustainability, and ensuring inclusivity for all as part of the city’s forward-looking initiative to revitalize downtown through public realm improvement projects. Downtown Springfield boasts an authentic arts and culture scene, vibrant nightlife, expansive riverfront, and full slate...
Illinois State Fair's '100 Days Out' Celebration Offers a Sneak Peek with Food, Discounts in Springfield
The countdown to the Illinois State Fair is on, with the fairgrounds set to serve up a slice of the action early at the so-called 100 Days Out celebration. According to a statement from the Illinois Department of Agriculture, fair enthusiasts can get a taste of what's to come this summer when the fair officially kicks off August 8-18 by heading to Reisch Pavilion on the fairgrounds in Springfield on April 30, from 11:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M.
Springfield School District takes action against addictive social media features
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND)- The Springfield School District is taking action to fight back against addictive social media features. On Monday night the 186 Board of Education voted unanimously to join a class action lawsuit with Wagstaff and Cartmell Law Firm. Superintendent Jennifer Gill says while social media can be a...
Capitol Connection: Rape Crisis Centers in dire need of life raft from the state
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — Rape Crisis Centers across the state say they are in desperate need of funding, or facilities across the state will need to close their doors. The Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault is asking the state for $20 million dollars, which is more than double what they get from the state currently. […]
SPD, Burrell Behavioral Health to expand co-responder program after receiving grant
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A mental health co-responder program created by the Springfield Police Department and Burrell Behavior Health is about to expand its operations. Thanks to a $797,798 grant from the Missouri Department of Public Safety State Crisis Intervention Program accepted by Springfield City Council Monday night, SPD and Burrell will now be able to […]
Springfield Police warn of computer scam
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Police Department is warning Microsoft computer users of a scam involving fake error messages. A pop-up window will appear, claiming it’s from Microsoft. The “error” message then tells users to call a specific number for assistance. Police say not to call this number, as Microsoft will never display pop-ups […]
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