Weather
Landmark Springfield building catches fire
The historic home of socialite Marjorie Merriweather Post is damaged in blaze.
Severe Storms and Tornadoes Possible in Springfield Area
National Weather Service warns of high winds, heavy rain, and potential for EF-3 tornadoes
NWS: Severe Weather Possible Tuesday in Central Illinois
Hail and heavy rain may be the biggest threats, with a chance of tornadoes.
Lifestyle
Annual Spring Coin Show Returns to Springfield
Illinois Numismatic Association hosts 36th annual event with 75 dealer tables
Illinois Conservation Foundation Hosts Happy Little 5K
Annual run celebrates trees and the great outdoors in Illinois
Illinois Expands ABLE Accounts, Allowing 250,000 More Residents with Disabilities to Save
New law raises age limit from 26 to 46, giving more Illinoisans access to disability savings tool without risking federal benefits.
Business
Illinois House Passes Giannoulias' Auto Insurance Reform Bill
Legislation aims to protect consumers from unfair rate hikes and discrimination
Springfield City Council Approves New Cannabis Dispensary
The city's latest dispensary will bring more access to legal marijuana products.
Ali Group Acquires BUNN, Promises 'Business as Usual'
BUNN Commercial will become part of Ali Group's 'Welbilt' division with 'operational independence'.
Politics
Illinois Senator Pushes Bill to Require Solar Developers to Cover Cleanup Costs
Proposed legislation would mandate surety bonds to ensure taxpayers don't foot the bill for decommissioning solar projects.
Chicago Transit Authority sues over halted federal construction funding
Lawsuit targets $2 billion in commuter rail expansion funding stopped by Trump administration last fall
75-Year-Old Attorney Don Tracy Wins Illinois Republican Senate Primary
Tracy, a Springfield lawyer, aims to challenge the status quo in November against Democrat Juliana Stratton.
Sports
UIS Baseball Falls 17-12 to Drury
Despite two home runs from Kaden Griffitts and 12 total walks, the Prairie Stars could not overcome the Drury Panthers in the extra inning game.
Arlington Heights Mayor Warns Bears Could Move by End of Month Without Deal
Illinois legislature faces pressure to finalize stadium incentives for the Chicago Bears.
Indiana Makes Play for Chicago Bears, Raising Tensions with Illinois
The historic NFL franchise considers moving across state lines as Illinois offers tax incentives to keep them.
