Central Illinois

News and events from the central portion of Illinois, generally Springfield, Peoria, Decatur and Bloomington.

Illinois State Museum, Jewish Federation of Springfield partner for ‘Violins of Hope’

The opening lecture on Thursday has already sold out.

Food, drag and entertainment returns to Fairview Park on Saturday.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● August 31, 2023

If elected, Zoey Carter could be the first out trans person elected to the Illinois General Assembly.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● August 30, 2023

Darren Bailey is still stumping for the former president even after four indictments.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● August 28, 2023

The store’s new location will also allow for an expansion of services for the LGBTQ community.

By Tom Wray ● Central Illinois ● August 25, 2023

A parent with kids in the district said social media posts and public comments at meetings have put students at risk of harassment.

A FOIA request found emails from the Illinois Family Institute, Turning Point USA and the National Organization for Marriage.

An LGBTQ community center will open at the location in the fall.

The new members would help the AEF in its activities.

The coalition came together in response to transphobia from other Springfield churches.