The Illinois Department of Public Health reported a record 12,657 newly-confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 145 additional deaths.
With Springfield planning to follow Sangamon County into full coronavirus mitigation Friday, Mayor Jim Langfelder plans to take it a step further by tightening the city's mask mandate.
Springfield's Office of Public Works announced that the eastbound curb lane on North Grand Avenue East at the intersection of First Street will be closed for work on a sewer manhole Thursday.
The Springfield Theatre Centre aims to keep the spirit of theater and work of a local playwright alive by streaming "The Spirit of Lincoln" this weekend.
Lawmakers, in tandem with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, are looking to bolster the state's system of certifying and decertifying law enforcement professionals.