Music

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list

It's her, hi! Taylor Swift has topped Spotify's first ever list of the most streamed artists of all time, published Thursday morning. She's followed by Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny. That comes as no surprise: In 2025 the artist born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio was named the streaming giant's most played artist of the year for a fourth time, dethroning Swift.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.

1 week ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National

Before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in Illinois. The house is now for sale

Activists, including Harrison’s sister, Louise Harrison Caldwell, who had moved away in the late 1960s, stepped in to save it.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God

By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes —…

1 week ago in Business, Entertainment, Holiday Guide, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National

WYMG gets national award for ‘Christmas Wish’

WYMG is one of ten radio stations, television stations, or ownership groups being honored in 2026.

2 weeks ago in Music, Lifestyle

It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show

Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.

Lifestyle

2 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Catholic Charities to host weekend fundraiser

The event is Saturday at the K of C Hall.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

5 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

IDNR to roll out new reservation/permit system May 1st

The current system will be offline April 27-30 but reservations will transfer to the new interface.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Inky — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Are you looking for a "house panther"?

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Baron — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

The shelters are full! Adopt or foster a pet like Baron today!

1 week ago in Business, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local

New Long John Silver’s now open on Dirksen

The new location is just down the street from its old location.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Buddy — APL Pet of the Week

Big heart, bigger energy!

Features

22 hours ago in Features

Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help

One of two men who helped carry a fellow runner across the finish line of the Boston Marathon said he had been struggling earlier himself but drew strength from the supportive crowd.

2 weeks ago in Features, Trending

Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.

Entertainment News

14 hours ago in Entertainment

Japan’s Haruki Murakami to publish first new novel in 3 years with ‘The Tale of KAHO’ in July

A new book by Haruki Murakami will mark the first time a full-length novel by the Japanese author features a female main character and her pursuit of finding a way out of a bizarre world.

14 hours ago in Entertainment

Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out

Jim Furyk is returning as U.S. Ryder Cup captain for the 2027 matches in Ireland as the Americans try to get back on track against a European team that has dominated the last three decades.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Catholic Charities to host weekend fundraiser

The event is Saturday at the K of C Hall.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list

It's her, hi! Taylor Swift has topped Spotify's first ever list of the most streamed artists of all time, published Thursday morning. She's followed by Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny. That comes as no surprise: In 2025 the artist born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio was named the streaming giant's most played artist of the year for a fourth time, dethroning Swift.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.

Local News from Capitol City Now

11 hours ago in Crime, Local

Peaceful end to Jacksonville standoff

Police arrest Thomas Loughary, 37.

14 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Medicaid cuts worry local experts

This panel spoke to Citizens Club of Springfield.

16 hours ago in Crime, Local

Jacksonville man arrested on child porn charges

Jacksonville man has been released on a notice to appear.

17 hours ago in IL State News, Local

They died alone but are buried among comrades

Camp Butler holds ceremony for "unclaimed veterans."

18 hours ago in Crime, Local

Plea in Earl Moore death

Peter Cadigan, charged with murder, pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter.

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