Enrollment growth is seen as key for the campus, which has watched the number of students taking classes drop from a high of 5,431 in 2014 down to 3,944 in the fall of 2020. That has slammed campus finances, even with the modest rebound in recent years.

Chief Ken Scarlette met with families of those hurt in the accident that resulted in a former Springfield sergeant being charged with aggravated DUI.

Two incarcerated individuals push for release under new law

The plan had generated vocal opposition after it was proposed this month.

The sports facility is expected to boost the local economy as it brings in athletes and their families for tournaments and other gatherings.

Former speaker’s own racketeering trial set for next month

The arrest follows an accident Thursday that left two people on a motorcycle seriously hurt.

Amtrak trains through central Illinois are getting later and later. A report of on-time performance during the last budget year shows a four-year decline of trains arriving within a half hour of the scheduled time.

A special performance will take place September 14.

Interviews are expected to begin next week.