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The Springfield Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission working to reduce traffic in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, ILL. (WICS/WRSP)- The Springfield Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission held an open house today and people were able to learn about projected regional growth, traffic, and infrastructure improvements. Residents were able to speak with the project team and ask any questions and also leave comments. One of the purposes...

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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 · 4h

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Speaker Welch resigns leadership role

PEORIA (25News Now) -Speaker of the House, Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch reportedly resigned from that leadership role on Thursday following summer criticism of the way he handled a sexual harassment case in Springfield. Welch telling our partners at NBC Chicago he will resign that position in the state house.

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Tabag Carries Rochester In Running Clock Win Over Cahokia

Nearly 250 all purpose yards and five touchdowns from Rochester junior Evrim Tabag powered the Rockets to a 54-27 win over Cahokia on Saturday in the second round of the IHSA 4A state playoffs. JP Leonard threw for 242 yards and 2 touchdowns and Khordell Gregory had a rushing and a receiving touchdown. Rochester will play Highland in the 4A quarterfinals next weekend.

Cahokia, IL · 14h

My Journal Courier

A look at what's happening this week around Jacksonville

Events going on in and around Jacksonville during the week ahead.

Jacksonville, IL · 1d

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More police for Springfield Park District

The Springfield Park District Police Department intends to double its full-time staff as part of its long-term plan to grow the police force. The department plans to add three full-time officers with a base salary of $58,000, which may be higher depending on an applicant’s previous experience. Springfield Park...

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Country Herald

Central Illinois Freeze Tonight: Temperatures Plunge Into Upper 20s

Temperatures could drop to 27 degrees before a rapid warmup brings highs into the 60s Sunday.

Illinois · 1d

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Hard Freeze With Lows in the 20s Friday Night Ends the Growing Season for Peoria, Springfield, Galesburg, and the Quad Cities This Weekend

PEORIA, Ill. — A hard freeze is on the way for much of Illinois this weekend. Friday night will be the coldest, with lows in the 20s across the northern half of the state. Saturday night will bring lows in the low 30s, followed by the mid 30s on Sunday night. The freeze will officially end the growing season across the state.

Peoria, IL · 2d

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City of Springfield: Glitches kept public comment requests away from clerk

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Almost 24 hours after a Springfield city council meeting ended in raised voices, accusations, and general chaos, the city said a communications glitch kept two people’s requests for public comment time from reaching the clerk’s office. That’s the tl;dr version of the city’s statement, issued late Thursday.

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Citizens celebrate Springfield landlord registry referendum

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – “I’m here to thank everyone who voted for the landlord registry,” Diane Shaw said during this week’s city council meeting. “We did it. We did it!” she added to applause. Voters solidly approved the non-binding referendum, though...

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Ursuline Academy holding Christmas food drive

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Ursuline Academy in Springfield is holding a Christmas food drive. The food drive will benefit Catholic Charities’ Holy Family Food Pantry. It is being held Saturday, Dec. 5. Drive-thru and drop-off monetary or nonperishable food donations can be made at 1400 S. 5th St. between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.

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26 new U.S. citizens take their oaths Friday in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Michael Asfaw of Ethiopia lived in China for awhile, studying for a Master’s degree, when he met and married his wife, of Normal, Illinois. The COVID pandemic brought the Asfaws back to Normal. He got a green card, they started a family,...

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'Team 102' gets Jersey football back in playoffs, raises bar for future

With senior Trevor Tucker posting the third-best rushing season in Jersey football history, the Panthers overcame a 1-5 start to make the playoffs and finish 5-6.

Jerseyville, IL · 1d

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Wreaths Across America asks for help

SPRINGFIELD — With the holidays fast approaching Wreaths Across America is ramping up its sponsorship drive. The aim of the organization is to simultaneously place a Christmas wreath on each grave in every national cemetery in America. It’s a way to honor and remember our fallen veterans. Over 27,000 wreaths will be needed at Camp Butler alone. Wreaths are made in Maine, arrive fresh and cost $17 each.

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US Beauty Award Reveals Its October 2026 Verified TOP Salon Winners

UNITED STATES - November 7, 2026 - The US Beauty Award announces three Verified TOP Salon recipients for October 2026, recognizing outstanding beauty establishments in Texas, California, and Illinois for their dedication to craftsmanship, professional excellence, and exceptional client experiences. Texas: A Journey of Passion and Resilience. Nice Nail Spa,...