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New UIS-UIC nursing program difficult but high-quality, students say
Expecting to graduate in the spring from one of Springfield's newest training programs for future registered nurses, Tho…
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Gun control measures on agenda for veto session
At least two gun control measures could be addressed in the upcoming veto session of the General Assembly, as reaction c…
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Centennial Park signs warn bicyclists of Franklin's ground squirrels
The term "share the trail" is taking on new meaning at Centennial Park with the addition of new signs to warn bicyclists…
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Soldier missing since World War II to return home to Springfield
Seventy-three years after being listed as missing in action after an historic battle in the Netherlands, Army Staff Sgt.…
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Statehouse Insider: Rift in the Republican Party?
With the fallout continuing over Gov. BRUCE RAUNER's decision to sign the abortion rights bill into law, questions are b…
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Springfield High reigns over Eisenhower
Saturday's rain made sure that the Memorial Stadium turf was going to be messy and muddy, especially after the beating i…
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'Last Chance U' star talks to Springfield High football team
Brittany Wagner, star of the Netflix series "Last Chance U" made an appearance Saturday at Springfield High School where…
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Southeast High School grads, staff reflect on past 50 years
The Springfield School District's youngest high school, Southeast, turns 50 this year.To mark the occasion, alumni are p…
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Illini fade at Iowa after promising start
IOWA CITY, Iowa - Once again, Iowa was letting a supposedly overmatched opponent hang around.A couple of big plays - one…
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Analysis: In 2016, Springfield dined out a lot, bought less stuff
Blame the state budget, online competition or both, but traditional sales tax collections in Springfield continue to fal…
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A La Carte: Chicago-area burger bar looks for Springfield franchisee
Chicago chef Michael Kornick announced plans this week to offer franchise rights to DMK BURGER BAR, with Springfield amo…
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Local business notes: Specialty shops follow big-box exits from Springfield
Specialty retailers are moving in along WABASH AVENUE as big-box stores move out, including the latest mix of fitness, b…
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Soggy weather, venue change don't deter Luke Bryan fans
The light rainfall and puddles of water didn't deter Luke Bryan fans as they crowded onto the Illinois State Fairgrounds…
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Rochester topples SHG to move to 7-0
ROCHESTER - Rochester High School did what few teams can: shut down the lethal Sacred Heart-Griffin run game.But the Roc…
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Kidzeum on schedule for June 2018 opening
Kidzeum of Health and Science is just months away from opening after nine years of fundraising totaling $6.9 million.Con…
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