The State Journal-Register

Springfield launches contest to transform the city’s worst alleys

Springfield residents can enter the 2026 Worst Alley Makeover Contest by March 20 and vote online for the alleys most in need ...

Springfield schools send home halal meals for students observing Ramadan

Muslim students who are fasting can bring home the free breakfast and lunch that they would ordinarily receive during the ...

Springfield Science Museum opens new exhibit, first step in overhaul of dinosaur experience

SPRINGFIELD — Fifty years ago, in April 1975, Tyra, a life-sized, 20-foot-tall replica of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, arrived at the Springfield Science Museum. Fast forward to Friday as the Springfield ...

Springfield's Bunn Commercial acquired by Chicago company

A Chicago-based foodservice equipment company has completed the acquisition of one of Springfield's oldest companies. Ali ...

Springfield apartment rent prices rose 3% from last year's median

Are you renting in Springfield? See how your apartment rental cost compares with February's median.

MGM Springfield opens Luxxe Spa, restoring amenity closed with COVID shutdown

SPRINGFIELD — In the MGM Springfield hotel above the flashing slot machines, tumbling dice and spinning roulette wheel, the ...

Despite its name, highly rated Springfield restaurant is closing

UGLY Restaurant, a popular Springfield spot for Turkish and Mediterranean food, is closing its doors March 31.