Illinois Times
Serving the capital city of Springfield and surrounding areas, this independent weekly publication provides in-depth investigative reporting, arts coverage, and political analysis focused on local government. Since its founding in 1975, it has established a reputation for holding state and local officials accountable through comprehensive journalism and alternative perspectives.
MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN SPRINGFIELD
Anchoring the state capital's media landscape is a single dominant daily newspaper with roots extending back to the 1830s. The State Journal-Register, currently owned by Gannett, operates as the primary publication and traces its origins to the historical press era of Abraham Lincoln. Alternative news and local commentary are provided by the Illinois Times, an independent weekly. Student journalism is represented by the UIS Journal, which covers the University of Illinois Springfield campus. Paperboy lists 3 newspapers in Springfield.
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