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The State Journal-Register

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Husband of woman fatally shot in 2025 wanted to 'deescalate' situation

SPRINGFIELD, IL -- The husband of a Chatham woman fatally shot in a yard on the southeast side of Springfield in 2025 said he was trying to get her away from a tense situation. But an attorney for Edward Massey claimed the Springfield man fired a gun in self-defense to ward off Mark Mason Jr. and his estranged wife, ReKeea T. Jackson-Mason , after the couple was stabbing him and cutting him. Jackson-Mason, 36 and a mother to three children, died of a single shotgun wound to the left side of her chest. More: 'She was my sunshine': Family, friends remember mother of three fatally shot in Springfield Massey stands charged with second-degree murder and possession of a weapon by a felon. Under the Illinois Criminal Code , a person commits second-degree murder when he or she commits first-degree murder, but "at the time of the killing he or she believes the circumstances to be such that, if they existed, would justify or exonerate the killing…but his or her belief is unreasonable." The shooting happened in a yard in the 1900 block of Holly Drive after several people left Bourbon Street bar in the early morning hours of July 19,

Springfield, IL · 1d

My Journal Courier

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Jacksonville’s century-old fire truck gets free restoration help

Jacksonville native Rob Thomas’s company is covering restoration work for the fire department's historic 1928 American LaFrance engine.

Jacksonville, IL · 1d

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Highlights/scores: High school volleyball super-sectionals (11/9/26)

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Spots in the state semifinals were up for grabs on the volleyball court before the action heats up in Normal.

Athens, IL · 1d

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Coldest Air of the Season Brings Saturday Morning Wind Chills in the Teens and 20s to Illinois Including Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria

ILLINOIS — The coldest air of the season so far is set to arrive in Illinois this weekend, though it will only stick around for a short time. Temperatures on Saturday morning are expected to start in the 20s and 30s across the state. Combined with a steady breeze, wind chills will make it feel like the teens and 20s for anyone heading out early in the day.

Illinois · 8h

WCIA

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Crime Stoppers seeking tips on Sangamon Co. shooting

SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Crime Stoppers is looking to the public for help after an attempted armed robbery and shooting in Sangamon County left a woman hurt last month. Officer Chris Jones, the Crime Stoppers coordinator for Sangamon and Menard Counties, said the shooting happened around 7:45 p.m. on Oct. 21. A woman was […]

Sangamon County, IL · 16h

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Illinois Innocence Project marks 25 years of freeing innocent people

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Illinois Innocence Project at the University of Illinois Springfield Saturday hosted a gala celebrating 25 years of fighting to free innocent people. According to project director Stephanie Kamel, the project has helped free and exonerate 34 different people, including 22 in the past six years.

Springfield, IL · 2d

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Sangamon Co judge tosses data center lawsuit

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A judge has found Sangamon County had an open process in determining whether a zoning change to allow CyrusOne to build a data center near Waverly. People who live near the proposed site sued both the company and the county. “It was very...

Sangamon County, IL · 1d

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IL Secretary of State’s Office hosts Veterans Day celebration

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office honored veterans a little early this year by bringing a variety of services to them. The Secretary of State’ Office hosted a Veteran’s Day celebration in Springfield on Monday. The office provided multiple services, including DMV services, to support military families and give them the resources they need.

Springfield, IL · 1d

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A recent study of five percent of Illinois State students are “Non-traditional” shocks certain people

A recent statistic come out that 5% of Illinois State University students are considered “Non-Traditional.”. Non traditional students are students that had a gap from when they left high school and when they started college. Senior Program Coordinator and Leadership Education and Development Britt Kotiw says there are many...

Springfield, IL · 15h

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District 186: Snow days in, e-learning out

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Remote learning, a vestige of the covid days for school kids, will no longer be the alternative of choice to winter weather in District 186. Superintendent Terrance Jordan says the district will return to cancelling school for a snow day. That means the days will have to be made up at the end of the school year.

Springfield, IL · 2d

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Athens Earns Bid to State After Three Set War With Unity Christian

Athens defeated Decatur Unity Christian 25-18, 17-25, 25-18 to get back to State in volleyball for the first time since 2019. The match was close throughout with the Warriors pulling away late in set three to take the match. Athens will face Illini Bluffs at 9am on Friday in the 1A Semifinals at Redbird Arena.

Athens, IL · 1d

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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.

Springfield, IL · 20h

My Journal Courier

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Franklin Elementary student competition raises money for military care packages

Franklin Elementary students are collecting change and candy to help send military care packages overseas for Veterans Day.

Franklin, IL · 1d

My Journal Courier

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New Directions to hold Soup-port fundraiser for homeless shelter

New Directions’ Soup-port fundraiser returns Nov. 16 with drive-through soup pickup to support homeless shelter guests.

Jacksonville, IL · 1d

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Brief Weekend Cold Blast Gives Way to Warmer than Normal Across Illinois Including Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield with Highs in the 50s

ILLINOIS — A brief cold blast is expected later this week into the weekend across Illinois, but warmer than normal temperatures are set to return next week. The latest 8 to 14 day outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, valid from November 16 through 22, shows Illinois and much of the Midwest leaning strongly toward above normal temperatures. Highs could reach the 50s and possibly the 60s at times, well above typical mid-November levels.

Illinois · 2d

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New greenhouse opens at Enos Part Neighborhood Gardens

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - After three years of planning, fundraising, and construction, the greenhouse at Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens is open. The community held a grand opening for the new 240-square-foot greenhouse Tuesday morning. Funding for the greenhouse came through grants and donations, including grants from Aetna, Brandt Foundation, Community...

Springfield, IL · 20h

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Chatham Is A ‘Veterinary Care Desert.’ A New Pet Clinic Is Opening To Fill That Void

CHATHAM — After two decades working in the animal rescue sector, Dr. Simuel Hampton noticed the “huge gaps in services” in pet care on the South Side. In his role at the Anti-Cruelty Society, for example, Hampton noticed families from Far South Side neighborhoods frequently trekking to the organization’s Downtown offices to receive care from its low-cost clinic, he said.

Chatham, IL · 1d

My Journal Courier

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Hiring of Chicago law firm by city, county raising questions

Jacksonville and Morgan County hired Ancel Glink as both face public transparency concerns and a rise in open records requests.

Jacksonville, IL · 1d

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LLCC honors veterans at 31st annual Veterans Day Ceremony Nov. 11

SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College will honor veterans at its 31st annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The ceremony begins at 12:30 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons on the LLCC-Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road, and a reception will follow. The public is invited to attend. The...

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Winners announced for the 2026 Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The month-long Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge has wrapped up and the winning chefs have been presented awards. Winners were chosen by Springfield residents who dined at the participating restaurants during the Challenge. Winner List:. Papi's Pizza Pub: 1st, Best Appetizer – No Mis-Steak Cheddar Fries.

Springfield, IL · 21h