Lawsuit alleges Freedom of Information Act request was improperly denied

A Kansas man died after a multi-county pursuit.

The Massey Commission was formed after resident Sonya Massey was shot and killed by a former deputy in her home.

One of the new co-chairs is Sonya Massey's cousin.

Starting Oct.1, Springfield restaurants and farmers market vendors will offer a plant-based dish for diners to vote on until the end of the month.

Paula Crouch spent 24 years with SPD, retiring in 2023. Her nomination still needs county board approval.

Interviews are expected to begin next week.

This story is a collaboration between Invisible Institute, IPM Newsroom, and Illinois Times

The commission was created after Sonya Massey was shot and killed by a former Sangamon County deputy.

Law aimed at helping people experiencing crisis was originally set to go live in 2022