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nprillinois. org > springfield-il > 2026-05-14 > vegan-night-draws-a-crowd-at-springfield-restaurant

Vegan Night draws a crowd at Springfield restaurant

2+ hour, 13+ min ago  (513+ words) Near the counter, owner Rolando Cabral " known affectionately by many customers as "Kuya," a Filipino term often used for an older brother " greeted guests while discussing his next restaurant endeavor " which will be in Springfield and is already under construction…...

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nprillinois. org > arts-life > 2026-04-26 > springfields-the-lovelorn-joins-the-chicago-leg-of-50-shows-in-50-states

Springfield's The Lovelorn joins the Chicago leg of 50 shows in 50 states

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (252+ words) Originally aired April 18, 2026. The central Illinois music scene is about to be part of something record-breaking. When Nordista Freeze rolls into Chicago this May, he won't just be playing another gig " he'll be chasing a world record: 50 shows in 50 states…...

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nprillinois. org > illinois > 2026-04-20 > fbi-springfield-invites-high-school-juniors-and-seniors-to-apply-for-the-2026-teen-academy

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3+ week, 2+ day ago  (16+ words) FBI Springfield invites high school juniors and seniors to apply for the 2026 Teen Academy'NPR Illinois...

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nprillinois. org > government-politics > 2026-04-17 > school-cell-phone-ban-human-composting-bills-among-hundreds-advancing-in-springfield

School cell phone ban, human composting bills among hundreds advancing in Springfield

3+ week, 5+ day ago  (1274+ words) SPRINGFIELD " The Illinois House on Thursday approved the latest version of a bill that would require school boards to prohibit public school students from using their cellphones in the classroom. Senate Bill 2427, sponsored by Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, passed 102-3, with…...

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nprillinois. org > springfield-il > 2026-03-31 > local-leaders-unveil-downtown-springfield-economic-development-plan

Local leaders unveil downtown Springfield economic development plan

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (523+ words) SPRINGFIELD " State and local officials met downtown Tuesday morning to unveil a bipartisan plan designed to expand Springfield's economy. The proposal, spearheaded by state Sen. Doris Turner, D-Springfield, focuses on boosting convention capacity and building a new downtown hotel as…...

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nprillinois. org > springfield-il > 2026-03-30 > springfield-police-department-releases-video-statement-on-use-of-force-during-arrest

Springfield Police Department releases video, statement on use of force during arrest

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (443+ words) The Springfield Police Department has made public body camera video of an arrest Friday afternoon. The officer's use of force was also captured on video taken by members of the public at the scene, which appeared to show the officer…...

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nprillinois. org > arts-life > 2026-04-02 > springfield-area-arts-council-hiring-to-prep-levitt-amp-2026-season-more

Springfield Area Arts Council hiring to prep Levitt AMP 2026 season & more

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (382+ words) Free concerts. paid artists. big impact. The Springfield Area Arts Council is hiring, and gearing up for a bigger-than-ever Levitt AMP season. Get involved and support local arts! The Springfield Area Arts Council is entering a season of growth, transition…...

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nprillinois. org > springfield-il > 2026-03-30 > registration-still-open-for-kids-good-grief-camp-on-april-12-in-springfield

Registration Still Open for Kids Good Grief Camp on April 12 in Springfield

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (275+ words) Registration is still open for "Kids Good Grief Camp," an annual event hosted by the Staab Family. The camp will be held on April 12 at Erin's Pavilion at Southwind Park at 4965 S. Second Street, Springfield from noon to 4 p. m. The death of…...

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nprillinois. org > springfield-il > 2026-03-28 > we-need-to-show-our-solidarity-springfield-no-kings-protest-attracts-over-1-000

We need to show our solidarity, : Springfield No Kings protest attracts over 1, 000

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (498+ words) SPRINGFIELD " A crowd of over a thousand gathered outside the Illinois state capitol on Saturday to attend the nationwide "No Kings" demonstrations protesting the Trump administration. As the demonstration began with a rendition of the National Anthem, dozens waved variety…...

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nprillinois. org > 2026-02-23 > springfield-police-department-is-hosting-a-recruiting-event-for-women

Springfield Police Department is hosting a recruiting event for women

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (160+ words) Women who are considering a career in law enforcement are invited to an event later this month. This event is designed for women, including those in the application process or just exploring the idea. - On Air Now Playing NPR Illinois…...