Music
14 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with ‘Iceman’?
Drake has returned as the "Iceman." And the stakes couldn't be higher. His ninth studio album — and his first since his extravagant loss in a very public feud with Kendrick Lamar — arrives Friday.
20 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chaka Khan and Vince Gill recordings enter national registry
The new inductees into the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress include Swift's blockbuster 2014 pop album "1989," Beyoncé's era-defining 2008 anthem "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," Khan's genre-blending hit "I Feel for You," Vince Gill's emotional ballad "Go Rest High on That Mountain" and The Go-Go's groundbreaking debut album "Beauty and the Beat."
2 days ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Food Scene, History, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
STARSHIP to perform at Springfield Route 66 event
"We Built This City" for a Route 66 celebration.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2027 Grammy Awards announce key dates: What to know
Who is ready for the 2027 Grammy Awards? You'll have to wait until Feb. 7, 2027, when the 69th annual ceremony once again airs live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, it was announced Tuesday during the Disney Upfront presentation in New York.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, History, IL State News, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, Sports
‘More than just a road’: Illinois communities celebrate Route 66’s centennial (WITH PHOTOS)
Museums, diners and roadside attractions spruce up as the ‘Mother Road’ turns 100.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Eurovision song competition starts with the first semifinal after boycott over Israel
Competition starts Tuesday at the Eurovision Song Contest, with divisions over Israel's participation hanging over the 70th birthday of the over-the-top pop music extravaganza.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
New Beatles fan experience set to open in London in 2027
The Beatles are headed back to one of the band's most famous sites with a new fan experience in London. Apple Corps Ltd, the company founded by the Fab Four, announced Monday that it will open a new seven-floor fan experience at the company's early headquarters.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Afrobeats star Burna Boy called ‘Dai Dai’
The Colombian singer shared a minute-long teaser clip on Thursday of a new song, writing on social media, "From Maracaná Stadium, here is "Dai Dai," the FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026." She also included a mention of Afrobeats star Burna Boy.
Lifestyle
16 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Central Illinois shoppers feeling the pinch of rising costs
"There's no way around it, and it just seems like it's just going up and up and up," Garecht said.
17 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
WWE pins BOS Center
Ticket sales start May 20.
2 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week
Meet Storm — APL Cat of the Week
Storm is full of meaningful affection for the right people.
2 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week
Meet Birdie — APL Dog of the Week
Full of energy and ready to come home to you!
2 days ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Food Scene, History, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
STARSHIP to perform at Springfield Route 66 event
"We Built This City" for a Route 66 celebration.
2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895
Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information
3 days ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
‘One of America’s most beloved legacy brands’ is looking at locating in Springfield
HoneyBaked Ham is looking at opening more locations in a number of states, including Illinois.
3 days ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, Sports
Big House Ballgame at Old Joliet Prison kicks off Route 66 festivities
The Joliet Slammers played the Gateway Grizzlies before fans celebrating Illinois and Hollywood history.
Features
3 weeks 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.
Entertainment News
14 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.
14 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with ‘Iceman’?
Drake has returned as the "Iceman." And the stakes couldn't be higher. His ninth studio album — and his first since his extravagant loss in a very public feud with Kendrick Lamar — arrives Friday.
16 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Entertainment, Farm, Food Scene, Local
Old Capitol Farmers Market marks 27th season with Saturday opening
The Old Capitol Farmers Market returns for its 27th season Saturday in downtown Springfield, featuring about 80 vendors, live music and family activities from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Fourth and Adams streets.
17 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
WWE pins BOS Center
Ticket sales start May 20.
20 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chaka Khan and Vince Gill recordings enter national registry
The new inductees into the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress include Swift's blockbuster 2014 pop album "1989," Beyoncé's era-defining 2008 anthem "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," Khan's genre-blending hit "I Feel for You," Vince Gill's emotional ballad "Go Rest High on That Mountain" and The Go-Go's groundbreaking debut album "Beauty and the Beat."
Local News from Capitol City Now
13 hours ago in IL State News, Local
IL House GOP: Dems should forget about Trump and focus on affordability
Removing taxes on tips and overtime, reinstating private-school scholarship program, and suspending the sales tax on gas are among their ideas.
15 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National
Fuyao Glass announces major expansion proposal in Decatur
Price said pending federal approval, the facility will be built right next to the current facility in Mt. Zion.
16 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Central Illinois shoppers feeling the pinch of rising costs
"There's no way around it, and it just seems like it's just going up and up and up," Garecht said.
16 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Entertainment, Farm, Food Scene, Local
Old Capitol Farmers Market marks 27th season with Saturday opening
The Old Capitol Farmers Market returns for its 27th season Saturday in downtown Springfield, featuring about 80 vendors, live music and family activities from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Fourth and Adams streets.
16 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Logan County approves 90-day moratorium on large data centers amid resident concerns
"Thirty to 50 years from now, the decisions they make are going to affect the young children and the young adults that are raising those children now and grandchildren," resident Tonjia Ritchie said.
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14 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.