Lifestyle
4 days ago
Rachel Goldberg-Polin’s memoir recounts her journey after her son’s abduction by Hamas
“I sat down to write my pain, and out poured loss, suffering, love, mourning, devotion, grief, adoration and fracturedness,” Goldberg-Polin, a Chicago-born educator who now lives in Jerusalem, said in a statement.
5 days ago
Upgrades planned for Lake Springfield’s Center Park with grant money
Pickleball, playgrounds, and connected walking paths are planned.
2 weeks ago
A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday
The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.
2 weeks ago
Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips
As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.
2 weeks ago
Illinois mother wins $350,000 Lucky Day Lotto jackpot
Winner says Christmas Day drawing brought an unexpected start-of-year blessing.
2 weeks ago
Crime of the Week: Crime Stoppers Trivia Night to be held January 31
January 31 at the BOS Center.
2 weeks ago
Miss Capital City is looking to become Miss Illinois
McKenna Vereeke wants to be Miss Illinois and also a psychiatrist.
2 weeks ago
6 therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year
Rula offers six therapist-approved mental health tips for the new year, emphasizing self-reflection, energy management, and setting achievable goals.
2 weeks ago
The coolest technology from Day 1 of CES 2026
Nvidia, AMD and Intel all had important chip and AI platform announcements on the first day of CES 2026, but all audiences wanted to see more of was...
2 weeks ago
Finding joy through words: mother, son share hope in ‘Adventures of Neo’ series
Dawson told WAND News that the series was born out of a dark time shortly after Neo’s diagnosis.
2 weeks ago
‘It’s a lifestyle’: Local runner tests his limits in ultramarathons
"It's a lifestyle," Albert said. "[People are] always telling me I'm crazy for how much I run."
2 weeks ago
Still thinking about resolutions? Expert says make them more attainable and not as big
A local doctor suggests going beyond the typical New Years resolutions.
3 weeks ago
Improve your money habits by setting financial resolutions for 2026
Most financial resolutions fall into four categories: creating a budget, reducing debt, building up savings and improving credit scores.
3 weeks ago
Oh baby! Meet the first newborn of 2026 in Springfield
Theodore Barker: Born 12:41 a.m. 1/1/2026. 8 pounds, 6 ounces, 20 inches long.
3 weeks ago
Fun times for tourists and locals in Springfield begin January 3
Amy Beadle from Visit Springfield has a fun list of activities beginning in January.
3 weeks ago
New Year’s Eve tradition: First Night Springfield
Arts celebration throughout downtown Wednesday afternoon and evening.
3 weeks ago
Father, son restore iconic piece of country music history
"I just fell in love with it — just the story, the provenance behind this car," Mike said.
3 weeks ago
The 20 most competitive housing markets in Illinois
Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the most competitive housing markets in Illinois, and Springfield is among them.
3 weeks ago
Southern Illinois player wins $250,000 iLottery jackpot after accidental purchase
Johnston City woman's mistake leads to life-changing win on Illinois Lottery's Magnificent Multiplier game.
