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- The Illinois legislature passes a measure aimed to protect immigrant students | First ListenIllinois makes moves to protect immigrant students.3 min
- Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher discusses the rail expansion, the "Linc," and more | First ListenBuscher updates progress on the BOS expansion, the Wyndham hotel, and the overlay projects.7 min
- A Democratic leader hopes Illinois will grant a former Chicago gang boss release | First ListenPresident Trump commuted Larry Hoover's sentence but it's unclear what the state of Illinois will do.4 min
- Governor Pritzker says he won't approve a budget with tax increases | First ListenIllinois' governor says he's discussed the budget with both Republicans and Democrats sharing that it will be a lean one this year5 min
- Something Rotten opens this Friday at the Springfield Muni | First ListenThis will be the 75th season for the Springfield Muni Opera6 min
- Illinois preschool providers struggling due to closures of federal Head Start offices | First ListenThe Trump administration has closed half of the preschool program's offices.4 min
- Illinois lawmakers pass a bill for reforms to the Illinois Prisoner Review Board | First ListenThe bill follows the parole of an individual who then allegedly stabbed his ex-girlfriend and killed her 11-year-old son.3 min
- Sangamon County Board Chairman gives an overview on the state of Sangamon County | First ListenAndy Van Meter touches on the Massey Commission, the rail relocation project and the 9th Street Corridor among other topics.7 min
- The clock is ticking on lawmakers to bring forth a budget plan| First ListenLawmakers in Springfield have yet to vote on a state budget with a deadline looming.4 min
- Springfield's new police chief discusses his background and vision for the department | First ListenChief Behl has more than 18 years of experience in the Springfield Department.7 min
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