Petersburg
LATEST NEWS
Springfield man convicted on federal drug conspiracy charges
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A man from Springfield has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in a drug conspiracy involving a known street gang. Prosecutors said Christopher Wallace, 32, was indicted in December of 2020 for his role the drug conspiracy. He was arrested two years later and he pleaded guilty […]
Dairy Queen® Treat Sales To Benefit HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital On Miracle Treat Day
Enjoy a sweet treat, support your local Children’s Miracle Network hospital. HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital is inviting everyone to participate in Miracle Treat Day on Thursday, July 25. Participating Dairy Queen (DQ) ® locations in Central Illinois will come together to raise funds for HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital.
Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop in Springfield prepares to celebrate 100 years
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The beloved Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop is gearing up for a big celebration as it prepares to commemorate its 100th anniversary. The iconic eatery at 118 N. Pasfield St. has been a treasured part of the community, serving up its famous loose meat sandwiches for generations. The restaurant also bills itself as the first drive-thru in the nation.
New multimillion dollar gymnastics facility coming to Springfield area
A new gymnastics facility is in the works, according to a commercial permit filed with the City of Springfield Building and Zoning Department on June 13. The new gymnastics facility will be located at 3400 Gateway Drive in Springfield. The 1.12-acre lot that the facility is being built on sold for $209,000 in 2023, according to Realtor.com.
Multimillion dollar warehouse project takes step forward in Springfield despite objections
A project that could bring hundreds of jobs to the Springfield area took a step forward despite concerns from residents. The zoning agenda on Tuesday had council members vote on the proposed variances to move the warehouse forward. The warehouse, which will be located on Palm Road at the southwest...
Where to be this season: CS8 heavyweights open 2024 football season with quality competition
Before defending Class 4A state champion Rochester plays its first Central State Eight Conference football game, the Rockets will have two massive tests to open the 2024 season. The Illinois High School Association released the 2024 football schedules last week. Rochester, which went 14-0 and beat Burbank St. Laurence 59-38 last November at...
Two men sentenced to prison after firing guns in Springfield last November
Two illegal immigrants are going to prison after firing guns in Springfield. Walter Gonzalez was sentenced to 18 months, while Santos Zapeda-Arteta was sentenced to 14 months behind bars. Both men are originally from Honduras. Prosecutors say the pair possessed firearms knowing they were in the United States without legal...
Roll Into Springfield This September for the Route 66 Mother Road Festival
(StatePoint) The International Route 66 Mother Road Festival, a celebration of the cars, the music, the fun and the nostalgia of Route 66, will roll into historic Downtown Springfield, Illinois for the 23rd year in a row this September. Presented by RECON TECHS, the festival takes September 27-September 29. Here...
Peoria High to be among the first schools in Illinois playing girls flag football
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Peoria High is the oldest high school in Illinois but it will be one of the new kids on the block this fall. It will be among the first schools to field a girl’s flag football team competing in the Illinois High School Association’s newest sport. The IHSA is adding girls […]
Winnebago principal’s personal experience inspires Illinois school’s cardiac safety law
WINNEBAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — This Fall, all schools in Illinois will be required to have a plan in place in the event of a cardiac arrest on school grounds. A Winnebago principal advocated for the law after it happened to her, and now her school is one of three Heart Safe Schools in the state. […]
Two Galesburg girls take top places in Li’l Miss Illinois Pageant
A pair of Galesburg girls took the top two places in the Li’l Miss Illinois pageant Sunday. Kynleigh Fox, the daughter of Stacy Dunham, and Lia Barraza Sloan, the daughter of Leno and Sabrina Barraza, both competed in the Miss Illinois Youth Program along with other contestants for the title of Li’l Miss Illinois.
Decatur Public Schools bans student phone usage
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Decatur Public Schools has a new policy with their cell phones. After discussions at multiple meetings, the Decatur Public School Board of Education has voted to ban cell phones as a part of the new Electronic Devices policy for all students during the school day. All students will have to keep […]
Prairie Fruits Farm earns medals in national cheese competition
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery achieved grate-ness at the American Cheese Society Annual Competition this year. Competitors traveled to Buffalo, New York to face off against both small farmsteads and multinational manufacturers in producing American-made cheeses. Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery entered four categories and earned medals in each one — […]
2024 C-U Folk & Roots tickets and lineup announced
The Champaign-Urbana Folk and Roots Festival has unveiled its first round of lineup announcements and began selling tickets for the 2024 event, scheduled from October 3rd through October 5th. National touring artists such as Jerron Paxton, Sunny War, Eddie Barbash with Kasa and Friends, Hannah Juanita, Black Opry, Dallas Ugly, Nikki D & the Browns, and Adrian and Meredith will be gracing the stages. This year’s festival promises a rich blend of talent, showcasing a variety of genres and musical styles.
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 18 – Jul. 21
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Krannert Center Uncorked with Decadents at Krannert Center for Performing Arts. Time: 5:00 p.m. Location: Krannert Center for...
U of I Wildlife Medical Clinic opening volunteer opportunities
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Starting August 1st, the U of I’s Wildlife Medical Clinic will be opening its doors to those at home. Anyone 18 and up can volunteer to come into the center every other day or throughout the week to feed the orphaned animals and assist with general care. The Centers’ Senior Manager […]
Decatur Family YMCA to host Backpack Attack with free school supplies Aug 3rd
July 16, 2024 – The Decatur Family YMCA will host their annual Backpack Attack event on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. During the event, 2,000 school supply-filled backpacks will be handed out to students entering kindergarten through 6th grade. Students need to be present to pick out their backpacks.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.