What new laws are still on the table before the Illinois legislative session ends?
While lawmakers in Springfield are highly focused on a new Chicago Bears stadium and a state budget, there are still plenty of other bills yet to be finalized.
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Suspect arrested for 2024 Queens shooting death of 26-year-old new dad
Odane Francis was arrested Monday for allegedly gunning down Kimani Cyrus in Springfield Gardens on Dec. 3, 2024.
Springfield Twp. man arrested after allegedly attempting to share child sexual abuse images online
A 22-year-old Springfield Township man is facing numerous charges related to the possession of child pornography.
Illinois lawmaker blames Bears for ‘mishandling' stadium saga
The saga over the Chicago Bears stadium could finally come to a head in the final week of the spring legislative session in Springfield.
A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisis
A major mixed-use development planned for Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood aims to bring hundreds of new housing units to the area, including affordable and workforce housing options.
Chicago doctor on a mission to make gunmakers help pay costs of gun violence There's a new push in Springfi...
There's a new push in Springfield to get gun manufacturers to foot some of the bills for the costs of gun crime; expenses like ambulances, funerals, lost wages, and more.
Springfield man faces 10th operating a vehicle under the influence charge
A Springfield, Ohio, man has been charged with operating a vehicle under the influence for the tenth time.
Pritzker asked about possible White House run, opposition to Trump in new interview
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is in the midst of running for a third term in Springfield, but is he eyeing a bigger prize?
Editorial: Springfield’s most prominent hotel has become a millstone, with no solution in sight
The Wyndham is at the center of a bruising legal fight between owner Al Rajabi and his insurer.
Editorial: Why your Commonwealth Edison electric bills are skyrocketing and the state is no help
Chicago-area electric bills will spike next month. Why not more urgency in Springfield?
Pritzker treated at hospital for ‘minor complication' after recent procedure
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker had a "minor complication" from a recent procedure and was taken to a Springfield hospital earlier this week.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Gas prices continue to go up, and the Illinois tax on fuel is poised to increase on July 1. Now, there are calls for suspension of
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Sangamon County Animal Control is calling for help from the community as officials said their shelter is at max capacity.
Retiring Springfield Utility Board manager talks infrastructure, ice storm, and future funding
Retiring Springfield Utility Board manager talks infrastructure, ice storm, and future funding
Read moreSeveral Springfield parks are ready for upgrades this summer
Read moreSeveral Springfield parks are ready for upgrades this summer
Read moreSpringfield PrideFest, Old Capitol Art Fair begin Saturday
Read moreSpringfield PrideFest, Old Capitol Art Fair begin Saturday
Gov. JB Pritzker was treated at Springfield hospital for complications after urology procedure
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker was briefly treated at the hospital after having a "minor complication" following an outpatient urology procedure earlier this month, his spokesman said Friday.
Illinois politicians spend millions in campaign funds on meals, sometimes at swanky restaurants
Often it's for fundraisers or meetings, or as a thank-you to election volunteers. But it's sometimes difficult to know whether political figures are living high on the hog off their campaign funds, which isn...
1 killed motorcycle, truck crash in Springfield
One person died following a serious crash Wednesday morning, May 13, at the intersection of East Main Street and Burnett Road in Springfield
AHL CALDER CUP PLAYOFFS: Penguins blank Springfield, take series opener
A trio of rookies helped the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins strike first in their AHL Calder Cup playoff series with the Springfield Thunderbirds. Goals by Bill Zonnon and Tanner Howe backed the 24-save perf...
2 face federal charges for Springfield kidnapping, torture
Two men face federal charges after authorities say they kidnapped a woman and tortured her.
Whiskey Brisket, a Springfield ska band, hits Dayton with ska-punk energy as debut album wait continues
In early 2025, ska-punk band Streetlight Manifesto announced an album due later that year. It still hasn’t arrived, though a trickle of singles has kept fans busy in the meantime.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Tonight, NewsChannel 20 and FOX Illinois are highlighting youth programs in the capital city.
McKenzie Valley electricity users transferred from EWEB to Lane Electric Cooperative
Some electricity customers along the McKenzie River east of Springfield will be receiving bills from a new utility company this month. The move will help the area’s other utility, Lane Electric Cooperative...