We have a few dry and mild days ahead of our next storm chances on Friday. Central Illinois is right on the edge on the highest severe weather risk. We will monitor things closely as we get closer to Friday. newschannel20.com/we…

It's #NationalVolunteerWeek and rural fire departments not only across the state but across the country face a shortage of volunteers. Chief Michael Jennings from Bethany FPD encourages everyone to talk to their local departments to see how you can help! youtu.be/NO97sXK3E-Q

.@GovPritzker, responding to @JeremyGorner’s question about the Bears’ plans to ask for about $2.3B in public financing for a new lakefront stadium: “I remain skeptical about this proposal… I'm not sure that this is among the highest priorities for taxpayers.” #twill

Our water crews are addressing an issue where a vehicle is atop a hydrant at St. James and LaVerna Rds in Irisdale. This damage has caused a drop in water pressure to many customers in this area, primarily located around this neighborhood that is E of HWY 54. pic.twitter.com/w6Ua…

The Springfield Police Department is currently questioning individuals considered to be persons of interest in the shooting that killed a Southeast student. Police say it does not appear to be a random shooting. newschannel20.com/ne…

“This has got to be a lot better for taxpayers than what they put forward. That's all I'm saying,” Gov. JB Pritzker said of the Chicago Bears’ plan for a $3.2 billion lakefront stadium that seeks potentially billions of dollars in state funding. loom.ly/6VGplVA

📣 Attention Springfield Residents 📣 Due to this month having five Tuesdays, there will be no City Council or Committee meeting on April 23rd. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 30th, for our regular Committee meeting at 5:30 pm. #SpringfieldCityCouncil #CityofSpi

Thrilled to attend the #UISedu Gove Legislative Intern Hall of Fame Ceremony! It's an honor to celebrate the outstanding contributions of interns past & present who have made a significant impact in legislative offices. What a wonderful celebration of the power of public service.

The #UISedu Center for State Policy and Leadership, @IllinoisIGPA & @ILInnoNetwork are hosting a policy summit today in the Student Union. The morning panel discussion featured @SenDorisTurner, Rep. Mike Coffey, IL First Assistant Deputy Gov. Ryan Croke & Professor Beverly Bunch.

The @Springfield_IL said it will convert Fourth Street from South Grand Avenue to Dodge Street and Adams Street from Sixth to Ninth streets to two-way traffic beginning May 6. Also, on the south side of Adams, there will be reverse angle parking only. #SJRBreaking

Our Environmental Education team spent Earth Day at the Clean Water Celebration in Peoria! 💧 The @ILEPA table focused on assessing surface water quality with a secchi disk, hand pump for chlorophyll, specimens of macroinvertebrates and discussed nonpoint source pollution.

April State Park Spotlight: Lincoln Trail State Park in Marshall Did you know that Lincoln Trail State Park is just west of the Lincoln Heritage Trail? (1/4)

After eight weeks of voting and nearly 315,000 votes, the @KomatsuMining Truck was crowned "The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois" by @GovPritzker on April 10 at the Governor's mansion in Springfield. Join us for recap of this year's competition! #MakersMadnessIL pic.twitter.com/PFAu…

Eagerly awaiting your tax refund from Illinois? We understand. Check the status of your refund with Where's My Refund?, available at tax.illinois.gov. Need more info? Read our recent communication. 👇👇 content.govdelivery.… #TaxSeason2024 #taxrefund

CONGRATULATIONS to Donna Brown, founder of iMagicNation, Springfield’s 2024 Good as Gold Distinguished Volunteer of the Year! It was an honor for me and my @ALPLM colleague Lauren Dodge to serve as co-emcees for @UISedu 16th annual awards to recognize volunteers in our community.

#DYK the Illinois fire service is comprised of around 70% volunteer firefighters? This is #NationalVolunteerWeek and the OSFM encourages anyone interested in helping their communities to contact your local fire department. There is a job for everyone! portal.nvfc.org/