Weather
Strong Storms Threaten Central Illinois on Tuesday
Warm temperatures give way to severe weather risk in the evening
Central Illinois Coaches Grapple with Extreme Temperature Swings
Unseasonably warm weather followed by freezing temps leave athletes and coaches on high alert
Landmark Springfield building catches fire
The historic home of socialite Marjorie Merriweather Post is damaged in blaze.
Lifestyle
Illinois Housing Development Authority Launches Fifth Supportive Housing Institute
IHDA and CSH select 10 teams to receive training and technical assistance for affordable housing projects with support services across Illinois.
Illinois Lawmakers Back Bill Allowing Community Colleges to Offer 4-Year Degrees
The bipartisan proposal aims to make college more affordable by expanding access to four-year programs.
Springfield Residents Surveyed on Walkability
University of Southern Queensland researchers launch study to assess if planned 'active living' communities are delivering on promises.
Business
100 Housing Units Planned for Downtown Eugene Butterfly Lot
The new mixed-use development will bring much-needed residential space to the city's core.
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.
Health
New Wellness Center Opens in Springfield
The center aims to provide holistic health services to the community.
Illinois Lawmakers Propose Medicaid Expansion for Mental Health Services
Proposed legislation aims to increase access to crisis intervention and follow-up care through Medicaid coverage.
Illinois Lawmakers Urged to Boost Funding for Colorectal Cancer Screenings
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network calls for $2 million in state budget to increase access to life-saving tests
Politics
Illinois Lawmakers Push to Ban Immigration Detention Centers Near Schools, Homes
Proposed legislation would prohibit detention facilities within 1,500 feet of sensitive locations.
Illinois Bill Aims to Improve Electricity Bill Transparency
Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Dave Severin clears House committee with unanimous support.
Severin Legislation Aims to Improve Electricity Bill Transparency
Bill Clears House Committee with Unanimous Support
