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Chicago Bears say they're 'committed' to new stadium in Indiana
1+ hour, 58+ min ago (531+ words) Despite recent work in Springfield, the Chicago Bears appear to be poised to leave the state. Indiana lawmakers announced Feb. 19 that they have struck a deal to potentially locate the football team's new stadium Hammond, Indiana, pending the passage of…...
How to vote in the Illinois Primary Election in March
9+ hour, 45+ min ago (386+ words) Illinois voters will be heading to their local polling places on March 17 to make their voices heard in the Primary Election, where they will decide what candidates run in the General Election that happens on Nov. 3. Contested positions include the…...
Pritzker's proposed budget includes tax on social media companies
22+ hour, 12+ min ago (656+ words) SPRINGFIELD " As part of Gov. JB Pritzker's budget proposal for the next fiscal year, he is recommending new legislation that would help to plug the hole from cuts that the federal government has made. The proposed budget was released during…...
Here are 13 fish fries to check out in the Springfield area this year
22+ hour, 55+ min ago (95+ words) Several groups across the Springfield area are hosting fish fries leading up to Easter Sunday in April. Here are some to check out this year. Price: A three-piece walleye dinner is $12.50 plus tax, ... Here are 13 fish fries to check out…...
Motorcyclist killed in two-vehicle crash in Springfield
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (100+ words) A 61-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a motor vehicle near the intersection of Peoria Road and Sangamon Avenue in the noontime hour on Feb. 18. The man has not been identified pending notification of his family, said Sangamon…...
Downtown Springfield Inc. begins search for new executive director
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (133+ words) Downtown Springfield Inc. begins search for new executive director'The State Journal-Register Downtown Springfield Inc. begins search for new executive director Downtown Springfield Inc. is searching for a new executive director after parting ways with Carlos Ortega. The move was described…...
Two downtown Springfield businesses broken into over the weekend
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (76+ words) Two downtown Springfield businesses broken into over the weekend'The State Journal-Register Two downtown Springfield businesses broken into over the weekend SPRINGFIELD " Multiple downtown businesses were broken into over the weekend in Springfield. The owners of Custom Cup Coffee found a…...
Illinois' proposed $56.1B budget unveiled, faces federal funding cuts
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (334+ words) SPRINGFIELD " Illinois now has a proposed budget for fiscal year 2027, followed by Gov. JB Pritzker's speech " both reflecting continued uncertainty surrounding the state's economic outlook. The proposed budget totals $56.1 billion in spending for the new fiscal year, which begins July…...
Jett Karrick, PORTA net outright Sangamo hoops title | Top performers
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (83+ words) Jett Karrick, PORTA net outright Sangamo hoops title | Top performers'The State Journal-Register Jett Karrick, PORTA net outright Sangamo hoops title | Top performers This is a daily list of top performers from Springfield-area high school sports teams for Feb. 16-21, 2026, compiled from…...
Newly opened restaurant has fast, friendly service with tasty food
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (31+ words) Newly opened restaurant has fast, friendly service with tasty food'The State Journal-Register Name: 4 Amigos Mexican Restaurant Bar & Grill Address: 4233 Wabash Ave., Springfield Credit/debit cards accepted: Yes...