Dean Olsen

The most recent developer for the proposed renovation of historic buildings at Sixth and Monroe streets in Springfield is out, and the much-maligned original developer of the $12.6 million residential and retail project is at the forefront again. But by his own admission, Rick Lawrence doesn’t expect to be involved for the long term in […]

A New York development company says its proposed 136-unit apartment complex at East Madison Street and North Fifth Street would help to address a longstanding need for more residential options in downtown Springfield. The $28.3 million Lofts on Madison project, on the north side of Madison between North Fourth and North Fifth streets, would cater […]

Some central Illinois patients who lost access to Springfield Clinic doctors last year could find their way back with the help of a new health plan option. The Springfield Clinic Advantage Plan may not be the answer for everyone affected by the ongoing rift between the clinic and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. […]

The potential reopening of a popular Taylorville supermarket by the end of December “cannot come soon enough,” longtime Kroger shopper Gwen Podeschi says. “I am delighted,” she said. But the 64-year-old retired librarian said she is frustrated why it took so long for the store at 201 E. Bidwell St. in Taylorville to announce a […]

Five of Springfield’s 10 wards will have contested races for spots on the City Council in the April 4 municipal election, and Mayor Jim Langfelder will face City Treasurer Misty Buscher in his quest for a third four-year term. The Nov. 28 conclusion of filing for municipal offices also saw three candidates file for Buscher’s […]

Federal Appellate Court judges recently reinstated lawsuits filed by white former city employees who said they were victims of reverse discrimination by Springfield Mayor Jim Langfelder. The judges sent the cases of Diane Runkel, the city’s former assistant purchasing agent, and Andrew Dunlevy, a former meter reader, back to U.S. District Court Judge Sue Myerscough […]

When registered nurse Stephanie Ambrose was attacked by a female patient at McFarland Mental Health Center in February 2021, short staffing in other parts of the building delayed workers from coming to her aid, she says. “The patient jumped on top of me, and she grabbed me and slammed my head into the floor 10 […]

Clients seeking medical care, employment training and rental and utility assistance will find more of these services in one place after a planned $5 million expansion and renovation at the Sangamon County Department of Public Health. The services, some of which are currently offered in multiple locations throughout Springfield, will be consolidated as part of […]