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Consumer Reports analyzed more than 600 reports of issues with Millie Moon diapers, including rashes, burning and bleeding. sj-r.com/story/money/consume…
As of Oct. 20, Ford was not aware of any accidents, fires or injuries related to the recall. sj-r.com/story/cars/recalls/…
Netflix’s new docuseries revisits Natalee Holloway’s 2005 disappearance, her family’s search for answers and Joran van der Sloot’s confession. sj-r.com/story/entertainment…
A man was arrested after authorities say he intentionally started a fire which led to an explosion which hurt four people in Springfield. sj-r.com/story/news/crime/20…
A unique, downtown business in Springfield will be closing its storefront at the end of the month, but it's not a permanent good-bye. sj-r.com/story/business/2026…
Explosion from alleged arson in Springfield injures four people | Video sj-r.com/videos/news/crime/2…
Voters on Nov. 3 will decide whether to re-elect a Republican for a third term in the U.S. House of Representatives or opt for a Democrat political newcomer. sj-r.com/story/news/politics…
A new location coming in November will open its fuel station first followed by a full opening of the warehouse. sj-r.com/story/grocery/store…
The Jimmy John's "Picklewich" is now available with a special pickle plushie. Here's how to get the meal with a blind bag. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
Dollar General "has routinely charged customers more at the register than the prices displayed on shelves, price tags, and advertisements," court documents say. sj-r.com/story/money/consume…
Pop-Tarts has a surprising new flavor coming in November. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
General Mills-owned Cheerios has teamed up with Ziploc for a new resealable bag, which is meant to keep cereal more fresh than current bags. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley is pregnant with her first child. She also announced her engagement. sj-r.com/story/entertainment…
The business of making people feel welcome at restaurants sj-r.com/story/lifestyle/foo…
Downtown antique store leaving with owners concentrating on markets sj-r.com/videos/business/202…
Third candidate joins the field for Springfield mayoral election in 2027 sj-r.com/videos/news/politic…
A unique, downtown business in Springfield will be closing its storefront at the end of the month, but it's not a permanent good-bye. sj-r.com/story/business/2026…
Mary Miller faces Jennifer Todd for Illinois 15th Congressional seat sj-r.com/videos/news/politic…
It's now a three-person race for mayor of Springfield as a familiar face joined the race in the final hour on Oct. 26. Here's a round-up of the races in the April 2027 election. sj-r.com/story/news/politics…
Route 66 oral histories take center stage in museum presentation sj-r.com/story/news/local/20…
