Illinois awards $36 million for 67 park projects including $600,000 each for Springfield and Grandview to expand recreation ...

From musical acts to stand-up comedians, we take a look at some of the big stars scheduled to perform in Springfield in 2026.

Join Springfield’s Route 66 centennial 5K on June 6 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Celebrate 100 years of history with a scenic run.

An inside look as to why an overseas manufacturing company decided to open its first U.S. location in Springfield.

From Congress in Washington D.C. to the statehouse in Springfield, everyone is talking about affordability. “Just trying to ...

For many St. Louisans, Springfield, Illinois, has long been a favorite for a quick day trip. But look a little closer, and you’ll find this historic capital city has more than enough to fill a ...

Planning a trip to Springfield, Illinois, but not sure where to begin? As the hometown of Abraham Lincoln and a hub of Route 66 nostalgia, this historic city blends presidential heritage with a warm ...

Cold outside? Dive into Illinois’ most comforting Italian restaurants serving hearty pasta, perfect pizza, and nonstop cozy ...

A mix of outdoors stories from Illinois, including information on the opportunity to experience eagle-watching events across ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Several Springfield organizations focused on assisting people struggling with homelessness will receive funding from the state to support their work. The state is investing ...

Sara Tenenbaum is the Senior Digital Producer for CBS News Chicago covering breaking, local and community news in Chicago. She previously worked as a digital producer and senior digital producer for ...