Grace Kim

Reporter · Springfield, IL

A proud Springfield native, Grace Kim holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois at Chicago. With four years of experience covering community events for the Springfield Journal, she is dedicated to spotlighting the diverse voices and stories from around the city.

2 stories from Grace Kim in Springfield

Iroquois County Sheriff's car parked on a quiet rural road in Illinois

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Iroquois Co. man arrested after sheriff's police conduct 'controlled buy' of cocaine

In the quiet town of Sheldon, where the rhythm of life often feels predictable and neighbors know each other by name, the news of Imanuel Wilson's arrest sent ripples through the community. A familiar face to many, Wilson’s story is a poignant reminder of the struggles that can sometimes lurk...

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Illinois State Capitol building with a blue sky, symbolizing legislative action for disaster relief.

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Recently filed bill carves path to grant funding for Illinois communities denied FEMA relief

In the wake of devastating storms that left many communities reeling, a glimmer of hope emerges from Springfield. Representative Anthony DeLuca, driven by the stories of those affected, has introduced a bill aimed at securing much-needed funding for families and neighborhoods struggling to recover....

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