Sean Crawford talks with Tim Landis, Business Editor for the State Journal-Register:
This week:
* Warehouse lease - Former Barney's Furniture building has a new owner who is leasing space to the state. The agreement has been controversial and lawmakers are questioning why the state leased new space when it already has facilities.
* Springfield casino - Chances don't look good this session for a downtown casino, but the idea got the endorsement of the Springfield Black Chamber of Commerce. The developer behind the effort has indicated he'll keep pushing for the future,.
* Population - 2016 census estimate show Springfield-Sangamon County fell below 2010 levels. The same trend shows up statewide and across the Midwest.
* IMAX screen - Has been added at ShowPlace 12, on the west side of Springfield. It opened Saturday and AMC has hinted more could be added in the market. A note that shows on the IMAX screen tend to have higher ticket prices.