Ko'u Hopkins sits down with Alexis Haven to talk about the APL, summer events, and pet summer safety.

The secure key safe installed on a home’s entry door. It contains a house key that can only be accessed by the Springfield Fire Department using a department-controlled master key secured on responding fire apparatus. This allows firefighters to quickly enter a residence without causing damage.

The incident took place near the intersection of East Cook Street and Eastdale Avenue yesterday evening.

CWLP owns and maintains the stations, with no cost to the university.

The State of Illinois will provide $2.6 million for design and implementation.

The free event takes place in Washington Park.

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road

What began less than two years ago as a food truck has become one of Springfield’s growing local restaurant success stories, fueled by a mix of traditional Filipino cooking, hospitality and a willingness to adapt dishes for new audiences without sacrificing authenticity.

‘Pillars of Democracy’ art exhibit opens May 15

The show is scheduled for Aug. 20. Tickets go on sale May 16.