Aug. 31, 2003, is a day that Springfield’s Denny Pryor will never forget. A day that rocked his family to its core, causing an intense pain that has yet to cease. On that day, Pryor’s 18-y

It’s known for its 630-foot arch that greets you upon entrance to its city, a site to behold. The “Gateway City” has much to offer. From festivals and fairs to amusement parks, conce

Though war, poverty and tough economic times have some of us living in a state of despair, the journey to peace and solace can begin with Springfield’s biennial Liturgical Arts Festival. Held Ma

It began with a childhood dream of becoming a radio personality. But when Angel Macon sent demos to countless area radio stations, none responded. Instead of idly waiting for that big break, Macon too

In a city largely absent of activities and events related to African American culture, Springfield’s black residents have long suffered from the “there’s-nothing-to-do syndrome.&rdqu

When Roy Wilkerson saw an ad last summer offering four screening tests for stroke and related illnesses for a total of only $120, the 83-year-old Springfield resident thought: “Why not?” A

The result was the birth of Primed For Life. “Our role is to partner with clients and service agencies by acting as a bridge that ultimately leads to healthy, productive, self-aware and socially conscious citizens who have a positive impact on their families and communities,” explains Rogers. And while Rogers and her staff work hard to help parents, she is quick to add that she will not support reunifying a family if it is not in the best interest of the children.

Hamburger patties, mac and cheese, and pastries. Sounds appetizing. But a group of inmates recently filed a lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), alleging the food is making t

Three years after a new Illinois law went into effect requiring registration and yearly inspections for tattoo and body-piercing establishments, the state is finally prepared to begin ins

As the Illinois General Assembly grapples with a budget for the fiscal year that began July 1, Gov. Pat Quinn moved to slash funding from social service agencies, eliminating some program