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UIS

UIS breaks ground on new Library Commons

The building is expected to open in 2027.
NPR Illinois

Study: UIS contributes nearly $1 billion to the Illinois economy

The study shows UIS’ value extends well beyond its campus.

Springfield IL

Springfield police release footage showing "use of force"

Sean Crawford

The incident occurred Saturday evening.
Education Desk

UIS to host five ECCE Speaker Series events

The series is hosted on the UIS campus.
Equity & Justice

Mary Frances curates Untold Stories, and exhibits the East Side story of People's Bank of Springfield - through Nov. 9

Randy Eccles

Springfield artist Mary Frances shares the work and history behind her exhibit about the east side's People's Bank of Springfield.
Springfield IL

Suspect in the murder of Emma Shafer taken into custody in Mexico

Sean Crawford

Shafer was killed in July 2023.
Illinois

Lesko to run for state senate

Sean Crawford

The seat is currently held by Democrat Doris Turner of Springfield.
Springfield IL

Unhoused vet tells how he ended up on Springfield's streets

Maureen Foertsch McKinney

John Kline has been on the streets of downtown Springfield for nearly seven years
Education Desk

Lincoln Land Community College President Charlotte Warren to retire

Sean Crawford

Warren will have served 20 years in the position when she leaves next year.
Springfield IL

Lincoln Library offers "Wellness On-The-Go" kits

No library card is needed.
Springfield IL

Coroner identifies Rochester teen killed in shooting

Sean Crawford

The shooting happened in Springfield Monday night.
Government & Politics

Illinois Dem leaders Welch, Harmon eye same state central committee post

Mitchell Armentrout

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Illinois Senate President Don Harmon downplay the potential of a heavyweight power struggle.