Sangamon Sun

The Illinois College men's tennis team was defeated by Quincy University in a dual meet held at Reservoir Park.

Charlie Lardi earns spot on D3baseball.com Team of the Week

Charlie Lardi has been recognized by D3baseball.com, earning a spot on their Team of the Week.

Illinois College splits doubleheader against Illinois Wesleyan

The Illinois College softball team faced off against Illinois Wesleyan in a non-conference doubleheader at Jessica Kamp Field, resulting in a split outcome.

Rep. Nikki Budzinski opposes USPS privatization, opens art contest, and reacts to education order

Rep. Nikki Budzinski voiced her opposition to USPS privatization on March 25, 2025, and encouraged participation in the Congressional Art Competition on March 26.

Illinois College Esports falls short in MVEC Valorant playoffs

Illinois College Esports faced a challenging end to their Valorant season as they were defeated by Coe College in the MVEC Playoffs on Monday night.

Rep. Nikki Budzinski advocates for Medicaid, rural healthcare, and equal pay on March 25, 2025

Rep. Nikki Budzinski of Illinois discusses her initiatives to protect Medicaid, rural healthcare, and equal pay in a series of tweets on March 25, 2025.

State law limits Illinois' energy goals amid calls to lift nuclear ban

Access to reliable energy is closely linked to economic development.

Medal of Honor Day highlights courage through historical figures

Each year, March 25th is observed as National Medal of Honor Day in the United States.

Illinois College women's golf team starts season at WashU Spring Invite

Illinois College's women's golf team commenced their 2025 season at the WashU Spring Invite held at Crescent Farms Golf Course in Crescent, Missouri.

Medal of Honor Day honors brave service members

Each year, March 25th is recognized as National Medal of Honor Day in the United States.

Rep. Keicher's mic cut during call for decency in Illinois House

State Representative Jeff Keicher from Sycamore experienced a disruption during his speech on the Illinois House floor.

In 2022, Sangamon County ranks 75th among Illinois counties for government transfer income per capita at $11,592

In 2022, residents of Sangamon County received an average of $11,592 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 28th lowest in Illinois.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 15

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Week ending March 9: No new registered sex offenders living in Menard County

There are no new registered sex offenders living in Menard County in the week ending March 9, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Attorney General Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Attorney General Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Gaming Board Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Gaming Board Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Procurement Policy Board Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Procurement Policy Board Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois State Police Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois State Police Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Supreme Court Historic Preservation Commission Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025