Illinois Times

Illinois Times is a free weekly publication that comes out every Thursday and is located in Springfield, Illinois.

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Bring Her Back is violent, emotional; Fountain of Youth fun but predictable adventure

1 week ago | illinoistimes.com | Chuck Koplinski

Unflinching Back pushes viewer to the limit The Philippou Brothers’ Bring Her Back is likely to be adivisive film, primarily because it’s so well-made. Like their impressive 2022debut, Talk to Me, it pulls no punches where its violent content isconcerned, yet what makes it resonate is its emotional pull.
From blight to benefit

1 week ago | illinoistimes.com | David Blanchette

What Jacksonville needs most is a few more good homes, and that's the aim of a new development in the center of the city that will turn dilapidated properties into new single family residences and brownstone-type condominiums. A partnership has been formed between local developer Rabbi Rob Thomas, his wife Lauren Thomas, and Springfield-based commercial real estate agency the Garrison Group, Inc.
Two Springfield attorneys have law licenses suspended

1 week ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

A Springfield lawyer faces a two-year suspension of her law license after a state commission cited her recently for unethical conduct during her time employed by the Illinois Attorney General and the city of Springfield. The Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, or ARDC, investigates complaints against lawyers and makes recommendations to the Illinois Supreme Court on sanctions. The suspension for Salena Young will be effective June 12.
Spring on a plate

1 week ago | illinoistimes.com | Peter Glatz

Having spent the past winter in semi-hibernation, I've returned to my job as a chef at Caprae Restaurant at Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery in Champaign. I am once again living in my converted school bus next to the goat barn. I hadn't planned on being here again. Last fall, I declared, as I have for the last three years, that I was finally ready to retire.
Future of Wyndham is uncertain

1 week ago | illinoistimes.com | Dean Olsen

It may be many months before the Wyndham Springfield City Centre Hotel can reopen. The 370-room, 30-story hotel at 700 E. Adams St. in downtown Springfield was damaged by internal flooding on March 27 and has been closed since then. An initial estimate from the Wyndham’s owner that the hotel would be closed for up to 90 days increased in the past month. A reopening now could be delayed for up to 120 days, according to Scott Dahl, director of the Springfield Convention and Visitors’ Bureau.
Mission Impossible cast saves final installment, Last Rodeo heavy on moral messages

2 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Chuck Koplinski

Final Mission Impossible stays aloft thanks to cast Throughout Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning,Ethan Hunt is reminded that the result of every decision he has made has ledhim to the dire situation he finds himself in. Sitting through the eighth installment of the franchise, one can’t help but draw the same correlationregarding the series’ star, Tom Cruise, and director Christopher McQuarrie.
Editors note 5/22/25

2 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Fletcher Farrar

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General Assembly passes Sonya Massey Bill

2 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

Both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly have endorsed legislation introduced in the wake of the killing of Sonya Massey that would make it easier to learn more about problem cops before they are hired. Proponents of the measure heading to Governor JB Pritzker's desk, named in honor of Sonya Massey, say it may prevent future tragedies. While Pritzker is expected to sign the bill, gubernatorial spokesman Alex Gough did not immediately respond to questions.
Springfield Park District hosts free family activities

2 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Ashley Meyer

The Springfield Park District has been bringing the community outside for 125 years, and it's celebrating this summer with a packed calendar of events for the whole family. Founded in 1900, the Springfield Park District is one of the largest in the state and encompasses more than 2,800 acres, from quaint neighborhood playgrounds and quiet spaces to sprawling tracts of wilderness and miles of paved bike trails.
Rhubarb beyond pie

2 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Ashley Meyer

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