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1 hour ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Music
Dolly Parton’s central Illinois connections
From Petersburg to the Illinois State Fair to the former Assembly Hall in Champaign, "I don't think there will ever be another Dolly Parton."
4 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, National
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80
Parton died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, her publicist said in a statement.
9 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Australia’s music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts
Australia's recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists' livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Music
After losing a friend and writing ‘Say So,’ Dan + Shay are back with the autobiographical ‘Young’
The lead single from Grammy Award-winning duo Dan + Shay's forthcoming album "Young" is a hard pivot from the wedding songs that make up so much of the country pair's discography.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Frank Beard, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band's biggest hits like "Sharp Dressed Man," "Legs" and "Gimme All Your Lovin,'" has died. He was 77.
1 week ago in IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
Matchbox Twenty mishap at Illinois State Fair
Swinging microphone stand hits a band member in the head.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Madonna leads 2026 MTV Video Music Awards nominations, followed by Taylor Swift
Madonna leads the 2026 MTV Video Music Award nominations, the network announced Tuesday. The pop superstar has been nominated in every decade of her musical career. She has 19 competitive MTV VMA wins and in 1986 became the first solo female artist to receive the Video Vanguard Award.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music
‘The Lion King, Jr.’ a big deal for The Muni, director
It's the first fifth show of the season for The Muni, and more.
Lifestyle
2 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local
Nominations are open for this year’s Springfield “First Citizen Award,” with a change in operation
"I think this award really exemplifies what we do at the foundation. We've got the staff to pull this off. So, we're excited to take it on this year," said Tapscott.
9 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.
1 day ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local
Last day of Illinois State Fair brought families together
Whether it was the prizes, concerts or food that brought families out to the fair, many said they are taking home unforgettable memories.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold
Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.
1 day ago in Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Kidzeum awarded nearly $150,000 grant for new STEAM center
Before the Kidzeum applied for the grant, they had researchers visit the space and determine where there was potential for growth.
3 days ago in Business, Food Scene, History, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
It’s a big one! The iconic Springfield Cozy Dog is now a permanent part of the Illinois State Fairgrounds
Visitors to Springfield will be able to see the "big dog" year-round.
4 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports
Best Chicago Bears fantasy performances last season
Stacker compiled a list of the best Chicago Bears fantasy performances in 2025
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season
Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.
Entertainment News
1 hour ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Music
Dolly Parton’s central Illinois connections
From Petersburg to the Illinois State Fair to the former Assembly Hall in Champaign, "I don't think there will ever be another Dolly Parton."
2 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Sangamon County to attempt BOS Center expansion regardless of what the state does
Plans stalled in the legislature, so Sangamon County proposes a three percent countywide hotel-motel tax.
5 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old.
4 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, National
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80
Parton died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, her publicist said in a statement.
9 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Australia’s music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts
Australia's recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists' livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday.
Local News from Capitol City Now
1 hour ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Music
Dolly Parton’s central Illinois connections
From Petersburg to the Illinois State Fair to the former Assembly Hall in Champaign, "I don't think there will ever be another Dolly Parton."
2 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local
Nominations are open for this year’s Springfield “First Citizen Award,” with a change in operation
"I think this award really exemplifies what we do at the foundation. We've got the staff to pull this off. So, we're excited to take it on this year," said Tapscott.
2 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National
APL still moving despite June tornado that destroyed building, even helping a Georgia shelter
APL: We're close to being able to demolish our building.
2 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local
Pritzker, Bailey offer different visions for Illinois education
Candidates respond to questions on school funding, education policy, in State Fair appearances.
2 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Sangamon County to attempt BOS Center expansion regardless of what the state does
Plans stalled in the legislature, so Sangamon County proposes a three percent countywide hotel-motel tax.
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Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old.