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As Sonya Massey's death mourned, another tragedy echoes in Springfield
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Springfield-area ice cream shop's special sweet treat wins award at Illinois State Fair
For a state fair debut, a local ice cream shop is taking home gold to Chatham. Well, the Golden Abe award, that’s for sure. Chatham’s own Scoop Du Jour is the winner of the 2024 Golden Abe Fantastic Fair Food Contest, a hotly contested race every year at the Illinois State Fair.
Brian Shirley Picks Up Ninth Career World of Outlaws Feature Win at Highland Speedway
Brian Shirley has gotten hot with momentum at the right time with the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models. On Wednesday night, the Chatham, IL native scored a hard-fought win in the first Series race at Highland Speedway with Bobby Pierce, Tyler Bruening, and Brandon Sheppard using everything possible to chase down the No.3S Bob Cullen Racing Late Model.
Sangamon Co. announces commission to address systemic issues after Sonya Massey’s death; volunteers wanted
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Sangamon County is creating a commission to get the community’s voice on how the government can prevent another tragedy after the death of Sonya Massey last month. Former deputy for the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office Sean Grayson was charged with first degree murder for killing Sonya Massey last month. Body camera footage showed that Grayson […]
Chatham Township supervisor appointed to county board seat, will run in special election
The supervisor of Chatham Township was selected to serve on the Sangamon County Board. Justin Davsko, a Republican, will fill the District 26 seat vacated when John H. O’Neill III died on July 6. O'Neill served on the board 22 years. ...
Local business owner advocates for competitive pay at county board meeting
Sangamon County Sheriff's Office has a starting salary of $56,000 a year, compared to the Springfield Police Department, which around $80,000. The topic of pay came up at Tuesday's county board meeting. Sangamon County Chairman Andy Van Meter told me their deputies pay is comparable with other county sheriff agencies...
Calls for increased mental health training and stricter hiring practices dominate meeting
On Tuesday, the Sangamon County Board met for the first time since the aftermath of Sonya Massey’s death, and dozens of speakers at public comment demanded changes to law enforcement. From more funding to stricter procedures, they wanted measures to prevent a death like Sonya Massey’s from happening again....
‘Fair Dash’ brings your favorite IL State Fair foods to you. Here’s how it works:
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A new delivery service is giving people the chance to eat their favorite foods from the Illinois State Fair without having to pay admission or navigate the crowds and lines. Fair Dash launched the day after the State Fair opened for its 2024 season. It allows people to order from a […]
Bloomington police review board invites police and community to discuss Sonya Massey killing
Bloomington's civilian police review board wants to have a discussion about the Sonya Massey killing, and how to prevent the next incident from happening. Massey was a Black woman who was shot to death by a Sangamon County sheriff's deputy in Springfield last month. The deputy, Sean Grayson, had a checkered past in law enforcement and the military. He's been charged with murder in Massey's death and was fired from the police force.
Get to know Ron Silver, Adjunct Professor of Music at University of Illinois Springfield
Ron Silver is a composer and performer currently teaching at the University of Illinois Springfield. He spoke to Community Voices about his experience with experimental music, as well as his time as producer and director at New Music New College in Sarasota, Fla.
Fishing activities, exhibits plentiful in Conservation World at the Illinois State Fair
SPRINGFIELD – Visitors to the Illinois State Fair are invited to explore a variety of new and popular long-standing fish- and fishing-related activities and exhibits in Conservation World during the final weekend of the 2024 Illinois State Fair, which closes Aug. 18. “We have all the traditional favorites, including...
HSHS St. John's now a DEA-registered Drug Take Back site in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — HSHS St. John’s Hospital Community Pharmacy is now a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registered Drug Take Back site, providing community members with a free and safe way to dispose of unused or expired prescription and nonprescription medicines. The Drug Take Back box is located...
101.9 The Wolf Top 5: Two of the Top 5 are at the Illinois State Fair
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – There’s a shakeup this week with Lainey Wilson, who graced the Illinois State Fair Grandstand in 2022, taking over at #1 on the 101.9 The Wolf’s Top 5 hottest country songs in the Capital City. Drew Baldridge (#3) will hit the...
Two Arrested in Parking Lot of Springfield Clinic on Gun Charges
Two people were arrested yesterday after police say they brought loaded firearms into a business’ parking lot. Jacksonville Police were requested to the parking lot of Springfield Clinic in the first block of Founders Lane at 4:25 yesterday afternoon. The complainant told police that two subjects were waiting outside of the healthcare facility wanting to fight with them.
FRI 2024 Quick Take: ‘They treated the patient like a problem’
“They treated the patient like a problem, not like a patient.”. That quote from courtroom prosecutor Steve Wirth set the tone for his Thursday keynote presentation, “The Criminalization of Medical Errors – Lessons Learned from the Elijah McClain Trial and Other Criminal Cases Involving EMS Practitioners,” at Fire-Rescue International 2024 in Dallas.
Six local 4-H members compete at Illinois State Fair in Springfield with 4-H general projects
Six local 4-H members competed Aug. 11 at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield with their 4-H general projects. Competing were Marissa Mintle, Everett Hodgson and Claire Taute of Liberty, Elizabeth Hubbard of West Point, Zander Huls of Basco and Jonah Bradshaw of Griggsville. Video courtesy of Bryan Schullian with the University of Illinois Extension in Quincy.
217 Today: The Funk Family’s impact on farming and American history
The site of the 1908 race riots in Springfield will now be a national monument. It was Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair yesterday. Many schools are still scrambling to hire teachers before the kids go back to the classroom. The Fighting Illini women’s soccer team opens up the...
McClure’s Pesticide Notification Legislation Signed Into Law
A new law will require government entities to notify residents when spraying pesticides near their homes, due to legislation filed by State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) that was recently signed into law. “The goal here is to help families plan for when pesticides are applied near their home so they...
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