Music
5 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Fetty Wap has a lot to say on ‘Zavier.’ It’s his first album since being released from prison
Fetty Wap is beaming so big, it is almost as if his smile enters the room before he does. And these days, the Paterson, New Jersey-born melodic rapper and singer has a lot to be happy about.
2 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
The Chicks to headline Illinois State Fair grandstand
The Chicks will play the next to the last day of the fair.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Everything you need to know about ‘BTS: The Return,’ the new Netflix documentary
All seven members log onto a livestream, broadcast from a beach. A few years ago, it was a common image. But after the K-pop boy band BTS pressed pause on their full-band duties for nearly four years, it was revelatory.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino, defending his company, takes star role at antitrust trial
's longtime chief executive was the star witness at a New York antitrust trial Thursday, defending the dominant position...
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Tina Turner’s name, image, likeness and most music catalog rights acquired by Pophouse
Pophouse Entertainment has acquired Tina Turner's name, image and likeness rights as well as the majority share of her music catalog rights from music company BMG, it announced Thursday.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
BTS will stage a long-awaited comeback concert at a Seoul landmark
BTS will stage its long-awaited comeback concert on Saturday night at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square, one of South Korea's most famous landmarks that represents its royal heritage and political and cultural life.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleep
British rock star Morrissey won't perform a concert in Valencia after festivities in the Spanish city kept him from getting a proper night's rest, the former frontman of The Smiths said Thursday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she’s just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differ
Shakira is on her way to drop her son off at flag football practice. It's an ordinary experience for a mother who, in the not-so-recent past, has been at the center of some pretty extraordinary circumstances.
Lifestyle
1 day ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local
Are home prices going down in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how home prices have changed in Springfield, IL in 2026.
2 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
The Chicks to headline Illinois State Fair grandstand
The Chicks will play the next to the last day of the fair.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.
2 days ago in Business, Education, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local
Children’s Grief Camp in Springfield next month
The camp, hosted by Staab Funeral Home, has been held for more than a decade.
3 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week
Meet Scotty — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
A "fun and good looking guy".
3 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week
Meet Talker — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
He came to the shelter injured, but Talker is recovering nicely.
3 days ago in Business, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local
New Korean convenience store in Springfield set for grand opening in April
Pop In Seoul has a grand opening in April.
3 days ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
New life for Town and Country?
MacArthur Blvd. strip mall has been sold. Also: Burgers!
Features
3 weeks ago in Features, Trending
Triceratops skeleton ‘Trey’ to hit the auction block as dinosaur market soars
A triceratops skeleton that stood in a Wyoming museum for decades will be auctioned off, a rare instance of a museum-exhibited dinosaur going to the auction block just as the market for the prehistoric giants has hit record highs.
Entertainment News
5 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Fetty Wap has a lot to say on ‘Zavier.’ It’s his first album since being released from prison
Fetty Wap is beaming so big, it is almost as if his smile enters the room before he does. And these days, the Paterson, New Jersey-born melodic rapper and singer has a lot to be happy about.
1 day ago in Entertainment
‘Stand by Me’ stars reflect on the movie, Rob Reiner and its return to theaters 40 years later
Jerry O'Connell, Corey Feldman and Wil Wheaton were already thinking about "Stand by Me" when Rob Reiner died in December. Just a week prior, the trio spent a weekend together attending some screenings of Reiner's beloved coming-of-age film, which was about to turn 40.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Stephen Colbert and son will co-write a ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie
Stephen Colbert, famous devotee to J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, is co-writing a "Lord of the Rings" movie with his son. Warner Bros. announced early Wednesday that Colbert will script "The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past" along with series veteran Philippa Boyens and Peter McGee, Colbert's son.
2 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
The Chicks to headline Illinois State Fair grandstand
The Chicks will play the next to the last day of the fair.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Now a true pop star, Miley Cyrus returns to her ‘Hannah Montana’ roots to fete anniversary special
Sporting that "Hannah Montana" blond hair and bangs, Miley Cyrus went back to her roots — celebrating 20 years of the TV show that launched the career of a real-life pop star.
Local News from Capitol City Now
37 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National
Illinois House committee advances bill banning immigration detention centers near homes, schools
The bill comes months after Broadview facility became focal point of Midway Blitz.
50 minutes ago in Business, Education, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local
Lawmakers advance Pritzker’s cell phone ban, social media regulations
Bill expanding 4-year degrees at community colleges progresses after facing opposition last year.
1 hour ago in Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local
Prescription drug price control bill passes first committee hurdle
But sponsor says she is negotiating another amendment.
2 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Kinziger’s 16 help Illinois State take down Dayton 61-55 in NIT quarterfinals
ISU now plays Abilene Christian Friday night.
2 hours ago in IL State News, Local
NWS: Severe weather possible Thursday afternoon, followed by much colder temperatures
Severe weather followed by a 30-50 degree drop in temperatures by Friday morning.
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March Madness: Here’s one thing you need to know about each of the 16 teams remaining in men’s field
Florida isn't around to defend its title anymore, but all the other top seeds in this year's NCAA Tournament are still around. And many of them are winning convincingly.