Good morning, Springfield.

The Springfield Fire Department honored three firefighters by awarding the Hometown Hero Award for lifesaving actions during a March 11 fire at an apartment building.

Their quick thinking allowed driver engineer Devin Gilman and firefighters Pete Miller and Nick Saccaro to safely rescue a victim who is expected to recover fully.

Unit 4 is hosting a building tour + offering residents a closer look at the project ahead of the upcoming referendum vote, as organizers aim to clarify potential changes for the community.

Austin Wells’ 'Unboxed' exhibit is on view at Lincoln Land Community College’s Trutter Museum and Murray Gallery from Sept.

28 through Oct. 23 in Springfield — an artist discussion with refreshments is set for Oct. 8.

Chicagoan Pat Bertoletti won the first Cozy Dog eating contest at the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival on Saturday, Sept.

26 by eating 51 dogs in ten minutes + the contest was sponsored by Cozy Dog Drive-in and Reisch Charities.

A new analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data found that nearly 13% of Sangamon County workers worked from home in 2024—up from 6.1% in 2019—ranking the county eighth among large Illinois counties.

More than 250 participants gathered at UIS Student Union on Saturday, Sept.

26 for the Out of the Darkness Walk that raised over $35,000 for suicide prevention. Walk chairperson Rachel Rodriguez said the event strengthened local resolve to support those in crisis (donations remain welcome).

The State Journal-Register is holding its Athlete of the Week vote for Sept.

21-26, sponsored by Heartland Credit Union; the poll closes at noon on Friday, Oct. 2. Nominees include top high school athletes & previous winners such as Havana’s Jack Turner.

Ali Londrigan and Sophie Rentmeister powered the Glenwood Titans to a win at Solon Invite on Saturday as they went 1 to 2 in their match.

Rochester defeated Chatham Glenwood 65-21 in the CS8 East contest on Friday as Tabag and Gregory scored multiple touchdowns.

The unbeaten Rockets (6-0 in CS8 East) improved their title chances with a strong second half run that built a commanding lead.

Springfield High claimed the City volleyball title on Thursday when Lucy Ambrose delivered the game-winning ace in a match against Sacred Heart-Griffin with scores of 28-26, 21-25, 25-23.

The close win highlights the team’s strong season.

South Fork jumped to a 16-0 lead on Saturday when the Knights beat Metro East Lutheran 46-22 to improve to 5-1 this season.

The Ponies will play at Cerro Gordo next weekend.