Springfield schools looking for stories, information from post grads

The city schools are reaching out to former students to try to find out more about their post-graduate experiences to enhance ...

Springfield seeks more feedback on food trucks as new rules solidify

Councilor Melvin Edwards pointed to a council rule that allows the body to take a first reading, send it to subcommittee and ...

Springfield Science Museum opens new exhibit, first step in overhaul of dinosaur experience

SPRINGFIELD — Fifty years ago, in April 1975, Tyra, a life-sized, 20-foot-tall replica of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, arrived at ...

Springfield area under a tornado watch

SPRINGFIELD -- A tornado watch has been issued for parts of central Illinois, including the Springfield area. The National ...

Downtown Springfield prepares for St. Patrick’s Day parade, festivities amid route changes

Downtown Springfield is preparing for a full day of St. Patrick’s Day festivities, with parade organizers expecting large ...
The State Journal-Register

Springfield launches contest to transform the city’s worst alleys

Springfield residents can enter the 2026 Worst Alley Makeover Contest by March 20 and vote online for the alleys most in need ...

Who to watch around Springfield in women's March Madness

The Springfield area champions a couple of former high school stars in this year’s NCAA women’s basketball tournament. Here’s what to know.

Springfield falls to West Albany in thrilling Class 5A state final

In a highly anticipated showdown that featured plenty of star power, West Albany narrowly beat Springfield in the 5A girls ...

Springfield Rescue Mission hosts annual run to end homelessness

Runners from around western Mass joined together in Springfield ...

Historic Springfield to become site of new public arboretum and guided tree walks

Springfield Preservation and Revitalization is launching the Historic Springfield TreeWalks and Springfield Arboretum in ...

Despite its name, highly rated Springfield restaurant is closing

UGLY Restaurant, a popular Springfield spot for Turkish and Mediterranean food, is closing its doors March 31.
The State Journal-Register

Tornado watch lifted for Springfield

SPRINGFIELD -- A tornado watch has been issued for parts of central Illinois, including the Springfield area. The National Weather Service in Lincoln posted about the warning on its X page around 3:40 ...