Sangamon Sun Report Stories

The City of Springfield Offers an Updated List of Warming Centers for Relief From Cold Weather

By Sangamon Sun Report | Jan 14, 2024

As inclement weather sets in, Springfield is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents. As a reminder, the community is advised that designated warming centers are available to those seeking relief from the cold. These centers will be open during their regular business hours and provide a warm environment for individuals in need of respite from the harsh weather conditions.

City of Springfield Yard Waste Dates for 2024

By Sangamon Sun Report | Dec 30, 2023

The City of Springfield's Office of Public Works, in cooperation with Republic Services, is pleased to announce the 2024 Yard Waste program dates. Please keep in mind that all pickups start on a Monday. The City recommends that if that time is too early for you, you have the yard waste out the evening before.

City of Springfield Christmas Tree and Wreath Pick-Up Announcement

By Sangamon Sun Report | Dec 30, 2023

The City of Springfield's Office of Public Works will pick up natural fir and evergreen Christmas trees and wreaths within the corporate city limits of Springfield that are set out at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on Monday, January 8, 2024.

President Biden Announces Springfield as a Recompete Pilot Program Grant Awardee

By Sangamon Sun Report | Dec 24, 2023

As part of President Biden’s “Investing in America” agenda, the Department of Commerce has selected Springfield as one of the communities nationwide to receive funding for reducing unemployment and establishing long-term economic growth.

The City of Springfield Announces 3rd Annual Pumpkin Smash

By Sangamon Sun Report | Oct 30, 2023

In partnership with Evans Recycling, For Residents Encouraged to Smash - Not Trash - Jack-OLanterns

Springfield Offers Multiple Warming Centers for Relief from Cold Weather

By Sangamon Sun Report | Oct 30, 2023

As the winter season approaches and inclement weather sets in, Springfield is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents. The city would like to announce the opening of several designated warming centers, providing relief for those seeking shelter from the cold. These centers will be open during their regular business hours and will offer a warm environment for individuals in need of relief from harsh weather conditions.

Halloween 2023: Trick-or-Treating

By Sangamon Sun Report | Oct 26, 2023

The City of Springfield announces the official trick-or-treating hours for Halloween 2023. Trick-or-treating will take place from 4:30 p.m. -8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31.

DeAngelis: Sea Denney ‘sends his kids to a private school’

By Sangamon Sun Report | Sep 27, 2023

School choice advocate Corey DeAngelis is calling out the hypocrisy of those in the ranks of teacher’s union who oppose school choice for public school students but choose to send their own kids to private schools.

Budzinski Holds Roundtable with Women Veterans in East St. Louis

By Sangamon Sun Report | Sep 14, 2023

On September 7, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) held a roundtable with women veterans in East St. Louis to discuss a wide range of issues from access to health care and mental health care to challenges with Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Frese: "Good news for future farmers...a new law backs our state's #1 industry! "

By Sangamon Sun Report | Sep 5, 2023

In an Aug. 31 Facebook post, Rep. Randy Frese announced support for future farmers. That support comes in the singing of House Bill 3814, which allows FFA and 4H members excused absences for club-related activities.

2022 City of Springfield Substantial Amendment and Annual Report

By Sangamon Sun Report | Sep 5, 2023

Public Notice is hereby given that the City of Springfield, Illinois, will make available for public review and comments its FY 2022 annual performance report for HUD funding, including its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships Grant (HOME). This report summarizes the City's use of federal funding to address its community development and affordable housing needs.

Budzinski Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Agricultural Research Funding

By Sangamon Sun Report | Sep 4, 2023

On August 28, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) announced the introduction of her newest bipartisan bill, the America Grows Act, which would increase our nation’s investments in agricultural research. She made the announcement during a roundtable at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with the Farm Journal Foundation which focused on the importance of agricultural innovation.

Miller on Biden’s hasty exit from Afghanistan: ‘We will never forget’

By Sangamon Sun Report | Aug 17, 2023

On the second anniversary of the Biden administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan, Rep. Mary Miller, R-Ill., voiced criticism of the move, citing the loss of 13 service members, the release of thousands of prisoners and the abandonment of billions in military equipment to the Taliban.

Hauter: "Governor signs legislation establishing mental health guidelines for physicians."

By Sangamon Sun Report | Aug 16, 2023

In an Aug. 8 Facebook post, Rep. Bill Hauter shared information on new mental health guidelines for doctors. House Bill 3109 was Hauter's first bill to be signed into law.

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Davidsmeyer: 'Decades of corruption by the majority party has finally come to a head as the trials of Madigan’s many associates move forward'

By Sangamon Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023

Jury selection in the perjury case involving Tim Mapers, former chief of staff to former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, began on Aug. 7. That same day, Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer issued a statement.

Sen. Turner: 'I am outraged by the complete mismanagement of our state’s unemployment insurance program that this audit shows'

By Sangamon Sun Report | Aug 8, 2023

A July 26 report on an audit of the Illinois Department of Employment Security caught Senator Sally J. Turner’s attention and she reacted to the findings of the audit in a July 26 Facebook post. That audit revealed $5.2 billion in improperly paid benefits, some of which were due to identity theft.

Miller: ‘No sane state would allow foreign nationals to arrest their citizens, this is madness!’

By Sangamon Sun Report | Aug 3, 2023

U.S. Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) has strongly criticized Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker for signing a bill that allows undocumented immigrants to become police officers, giving non-citizens the authority to arrest citizens in the state.

FOP’s Southwood: ‘Who will have to arrest those offenders again and again?’

By Sangamon Sun Report | Jul 20, 2023

Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge President Chris Southwood is bemoaning the reinstatement of the Safe-T Act’s cashless bail provision known as the Pretrial Fairness Act.

Rep. Hauter: 'Another step to voting rights…their ultimate goal'

By Sangamon Sun Report | Jul 19, 2023

Illinois State Rep. Bill Hauter (R-187) commented on recent changes to non-citizen driver's licenses in a July 3 Facebook post. The post included a link to a news article about the passage of House Bill 3882, which replaces the Temporary Visitor Driver's Licenses (TVDLs) with standard driver's licenses.

Riley Gaines defends girl banned from swim team for transphobia: 'Her older sister had to go through the exact same thing'