Additional restraining order issued over Illinois assault rifle ban
There’s been another temporary restraining order issued in the continuing legal battle over Illinois’s assault weapons ban. A Macon County judge has granted that order, which only affects the plaintiffs in a lawsuit brought by state Representative
Ad Astra to Host Velvet & Rosemary for Galentine’s Day
Velvet & Rosemary turns one year in February! To celebrate they are throwing a Galentine’s-themed event cohosted by Ad Astra Wine Bar & Market! They are so excited to brighten a winter day with a fun afternoon
State Senator Turner introduces EMS body cam legislation
EMS workers would be required to wear body cameras while on calls, under legislation introduced by state Senator Doris Turner of Springfield. The bill comes in response to the death of Earl Moore, Jr., who prosecutors say
Hospitals not meeting standard of care around Illinois – the United States
A watchdog group says more than half of Illinois hospitals are failing to comply with federal price transparency guidelines – but both Springfield hospitals are in compliance. The group Patient Rights Advocate looked at whether hospitals are
Yoga and mindfulness classes remain on hold by School Board
A proposal to expand instruction in yoga and “mindfulness” in Springfield public schools remains on hold. The school board discussed the idea for the second straight meeting Monday night but still hasn’t voted on whether to approve
Congresswoman Budzinski still believes in bipartisanship – tells WMAY
Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski says she believes bipartisan cooperation is still possible, even in the sharply divided U.S. House. Speaking to WMAY ahead of President Biden’s State of the Union address. Budzinski says she has made friends and
Illinois launches study concerning discrimination in state’s cannabis industry
Illinois is launching a study into whether there is discrimination in the state’s recreational cannabis industry. When marijuana was legalized in 2020, the program was intended to ensure that people and communities that had been disproportionately affected
Kidzeum Hosting Community Appreciation Day
Are you Spring-feeling the love? We sure are! Kidzeum is an independent nonprofit 501(c)3 who relies on the generous support of our community and every single dollar raised helps us support their mission, which means it all
Ameren Illinois seeking to hike gas and electrical rates
Ameren Illinois is seeking a nearly $600 million increase in gas and electric rates – and a watchdog group is vowing to fight the request. In separate filings last month, Ameren petitioned the Illinois Commerce Commission for